Sao Tome and Principe Biology - 2º ciclo Ensino Secundário

The Biology program for the 2º ciclo Ensino Secundário (10th to 12th grades) in Sao Tome and Principe is a two-year program designed to build a strong biological literacy. It is adapted from the Biology and Geology curriculum. The program includes learning objectives, competencies, teaching units, and methodological suggestions. Supporting materials are available for students and teachers, including texts and pedagogical suggestions. The Ministry of Education of Sao Tome and Principe oversees the curriculum and provides resources through its digital repository ( Additional resources and support are provided through organizations like IMVF ( which contributes to improving the education system. There are also training programs for teachers focused on innovative science and biology education. Further information about the specifics of the Biology program can be found in the official program document available through the Ministry of Education's digital repository ( While direct access to the PDF was not possible, related resources can be found on the repository (