This content originally appeared on St. Lucia Times.
Every year around this time, people take a closer look at the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA). The Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) introduced it in some countries as early as 2012 to replace the old Common Entrance exam. The goal was to better assess students before they move on to secondary school. In Saint Lucia, this change took full effect in May 2022, ending one system and starting a new one.
