Top 5 Senior High Schools Near Kasoa That BECE Candidates Choose in 2026
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*META DESCRIPTION:* After BECE 2026 results, parents in Kasoa are searching for best SHS near Kasoa. http://Kasoanews.com lists top 5 SHS close to Kasoa including Ngleshi Amanfro, Odorgonno, Obrachire, Swedru Business and Winneba SHS with distance and transport cost.
The 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results have been released, and many parents and guardians in Kasoa, Budumburam, Millennium City, Ofaakor and Awutu Senya East Municipality are now looking for Senior High Schools close to Kasoa for their wards.
For many parents in Kasoa, distance, transport cost, safety and quality of education are major factors when choosing a Senior High School. Many do not want their children to travel far to Accra or Cape Coast every day due to traffic and cost.
http://Kasoanews.com visited parents, teachers and BECE candidates in Kasoa Old Market and Millennium City to compile a list of the top 5 SHS near Kasoa that most BECE candidates choose in 2026.
*1. Ngleshi Amanfro Senior High School (NASTEC) – Closest to Kasoa*
Ngleshi Amanfro SHS, popularly known as NASTEC, is considered the closest and most preferred SHS for many students in Kasoa.
Location: Ngleshi Amanfro, just after Kasoa Tollbooth towards Mallam, about 8-12 minutes drive from Kasoa Old Market.
Why parents choose it: It is close, transport fare from Kasoa to Ngleshi Amanfro is between GH₵5 to GH₵8 one way, students can be day students and return home daily. The school has improved its WASSCE results in the last two years and offers courses such as General Arts, Business, Science, Home Economics and Visual Arts.
A teacher at Ngleshi Amanfro who spoke to http://Kasoanews.com said admission is competitive in 2026 because many Kasoa candidates placed the school as first choice.
*2. Odorgonno Senior High School – Popular for Kasoa to Awoshie Route*
Odorgonno SHS is located at Awoshie, near Kwashieman, and is easily accessible from Kasoa through Mallam Junction.
Distance from Kasoa: About 25-30 minutes drive without traffic, 1 hour with traffic at Old Barrier.
Why parents choose it: Odorgonno SHS is one of the well-known Category B schools in Greater Accra. Many students from Kasoa who want city exposure choose Odorgonno because it is in Accra but not too far. It has good facilities and offers all major courses including Science, Business, Arts and Technical.
Transport cost from Kasoa to Odorgonno is GH₵10 to GH₵15 daily. Many parents prefer boarding for their wards to avoid daily traffic at Old Barrier.
A parent at Kasoa Millennium City, Mr. James Mensah, said his daughter chose Odorgonno because her elder brother also completed there.
*3. Obrachire Senior High Technical School (OBRACHIRE SHTS) – Best for Budumburam and Awutu Area*
Obrachire SHTS is located at Obrachire near Awutu Bawjiase, about 20 minutes from Kasoa Old Market through Budumburam.
Why parents choose it: It is close to Budumburam, Walantu, and Ofaakor. Transport cost is low – GH₵5 to GH₵7. It is a technical school so students interested in technical skills, engineering, building and electricals prefer it. It is also less crowded compared to Accra schools.
Many students from Awutu Senya East who want to stay close to home choose Obrachire. The school has boarding facilities.
*4. Swedru School of Business (SWESBUS) – Choice for Business Students*
Swedru School of Business is located at Agona Swedru, about 45 minutes to 1 hour from Kasoa via Winneba road.
Why parents choose it: Although a bit far, SWESBUS is one of the best business-focused SHS in Central Region. Students from Kasoa who want to study Business, Accounting, and pursue careers in banking, accounting and business administration choose SWESBUS.
The school is Category B and has good WASSCE performance in Business subjects. Many Kasoa traders want their children to study business to help their businesses at Kasoa New Market.
Boarding is recommended for SWESBUS due to distance. Transport from Kasoa to Swedru is GH₵15 to GH₵20.
*5. Winneba Senior High School – Choice for University of Education Area*
Winneba SHS is located at Winneba, about 1 hour drive from Kasoa.
Why parents choose it: Winneba SHS is close to University of Education Winneba (UEW) and many students aspire to attend UEW after SHS. The school has good discipline and academic record. Parents in Millennium City and Budumburam who have relatives in Winneba often choose Winneba SHS for boarding.
It offers General Arts, Science, Business, Home Economics and Visual Arts.
*How Much Does It Cost to Attend SHS Near Kasoa in 2026?*
Under the Free SHS policy, tuition is free, but parents still pay for some items:
– Prospectus and boarding items: GH₵1,500 to GH₵2,500
– Day student feeding and transport: GH₵300 to GH₵600 per month
– Extra classes (if needed): GH₵100 to GH₵200 per term
Parents told http://Kasoanews.com that day schooling is cheaper but traffic at Old Barrier is a major challenge. Boarding is more expensive but saves time and reduces risk of accidents.
*Advice for BECE Candidates from Kasoa*
Teachers advise BECE candidates to:
1. Choose schools based on your aggregate and course interest, not just proximity
2. If you stay at Millennium City or Budumburam, consider boarding if school is beyond Mallam to avoid traffic
3. Visit schools before placement if possible
4. Prepare your documents: BECE certificate, birth certificate, Ghana Card
The CSSPS placement portal is expected to be active in coming weeks. http://Kasoanews.com will provide update when placement is out.
Have you chosen an SHS for your ward near Kasoa? Which school do you prefer? Share with us in comments — mention your area: Kasoa Old Market, Budumburam, Millennium City, Ofaakor, Walantu.
