Following a full review and resolution of all submitted queries related to the 2026 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examination cycle, Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has officially released the nation’s top-ranked student standings, validated by a finalized official report from the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC).
Topping the national leaderboard is Jhordyn Jacobs, a student of Baptist Academy of Antigua, who delivered an unprecedented performance by securing 21 Grade I passes across all subjects they sat for. Claiming the second national position is Kayden Lewis, representing St. Joseph’s Academy, who earned 20 Grade I passes alongside 4 Grade II passes. Third place honors go to Aliane Challenger, another Baptist Academy of Antigua pupil, who notched 20 Grade I passes and 1 Grade II pass.
Education ministry leadership emphasized that these extraordinary results are far more than individual milestones, representing years of consistent dedication, rigorous self-discipline, and relentless pursuit of academic mastery that have sparked widespread national celebration. Officials extended formal commendations not only to the high-achieving trio, but also to their parents and guardians, whose unwavering at-home support, encouragement, and investment in their children’s learning journeys laid a critical foundation for this success. The recognition also encompasses school principals, classroom educators, and the broader school communities across both institutions, whose intentional high-quality instruction, targeted academic mentorship, structured exam preparation frameworks, and thoughtful leadership helped cultivate the knowledge, confidence, and resilience that allowed these students to outperform regional peers.
Ministry representatives further noted that these top results stand as a testament to collective collaborative effort across Antigua and Barbuda’s entire education ecosystem, rather than isolated individual feats, and called on all young learners across the country to draw motivation from the three top performers’ example of perseverance, as they work toward their own distinct academic and career goals. The announcement reaffirmed the government’s ongoing policy commitment to elevating national education standards, expanding equitable learning access, and ensuring every student in the nation has the necessary resources and support to reach their maximum potential. The ministry closed the official statement by extending warm wishes to the three top students as they advance to higher education pathways, expressing full confidence that their future contributions will help drive Antigua and Barbuda’s long-term national development.
Ministry of Education Announces 2026 Top Three CSEC Students
