Papua New Guinea Department of EducationIombi SchoolsImbonggu Β· Southern Highlands
October 20, 2026

Historic first Grade 8 examination at Iombi Junior High School

93 Grade 8 students sat Iombi Junior High’s first Certificate of Basic Education Examination under the 1.6.6 School-Based Curriculum β€” a milestone for the school and the Imbongu community.

Historic first Grade 8 examination at Iombi Junior High School

Iombi Junior High School has made history by conducting its first Grade 8 Certificate of Basic Education Examination under the 1.6.6 School-Based Curriculum structure.

The school, located in Ialibu Basin LLG under the Imbongu Inspectorate, is the first junior high school in Southern Highlands Province to implement the structure across Grades 7, 8 and 9, with 315 student learners.

This week (19th – 22nd October), a total of 93 Grade 8 students sat for the examination, marking an important milestone for the school, their families and the Imbongu community. Two independent invigilators from Kumbame Primary School, Mr. Pewi Ole and Ms Anna Yapa, supported the examination process.

This achievement reflects the dedication of the school administration, teachers, parents, guardians and education stakeholders. It also highlights the growing opportunities for children in Imbongu District to continue their education closer to home.

Iombi Junior High School’s first Grade 8 examination is a proud step forward and a foundation for continued educational progress in Southern Highlands Province.

93 Grade 8 students sat the exam from 19–22 October 2026.
93 Grade 8 students sat the exam from 19–22 October 2026.
Students focus on their papers under supervision during the Grade 8 examination.
Students focus on their papers under supervision during the Grade 8 examination.
Students of Iombi Junior High School β€” home to 315 learners across Grades 7, 8 and 9.
Students of Iombi Junior High School β€” home to 315 learners across Grades 7, 8 and 9.