Department of Education Services

The Department of Education Services (DES) is the Cayman Islands Ministry of Education's operational arm for government schools, and is aimed at empowering every child to become responsible, productive, lifelong learners who are engaged citizens within the global community.  It consists of the following sections/units: Data and Testing, Registration/Communication Services, School Improvement, Facilities, and Business Services, and is responsible for the following: 

• Support school improvement and raising standards through the implementation of Ministerial policies.
• Development and implementation of operational level policies and the effective management of the day to day operation of government schools.