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School Calendar

Stay informed about important dates and events throughout the academic year

Academic Year 2024/2025

Our academic calendar is designed to provide optimal learning time while ensuring adequate breaks for rest and family time. Stay updated with all important dates and events.

Academic Terms

First Term 2024

Resumption:September 9, 2024
Mid-term Break:October 28 - November 1, 2024
Vacation:December 20, 2024

Second Term 2025

Resumption:January 8, 2025
Mid-term Break:February 17 - 21, 2025
Vacation:April 11, 2025

Third Term 2025

Resumption:April 28, 2025
Mid-term Break:June 9 - 13, 2025
Vacation:July 25, 2025

Important Events

Inter-house Sports Competition

Sports

November 15, 2024

Annual sports competition featuring various athletic events and team competitions.

Speech & Prize Giving Day

Academic

December 13, 2024

Annual ceremony to celebrate academic achievements and award outstanding students.

Cultural Day Celebration

Cultural

March 28, 2025

Celebration of Nigerian culture with traditional dances, music, and cultural displays.

Science Fair & Exhibition

Academic

May 16, 2025

Students showcase innovative science projects and experiments.

Graduation Ceremony

Graduation

July 18, 2025

Formal graduation ceremony for completing students.

Parent-Teacher Conference

Academic

November 22, 2024

Meeting between parents and teachers to discuss student progress.

Examination Schedule

Examination TypePrimary SchoolSecondary College
Continuous Assessment TestsOngoing throughout each termOngoing throughout each term
Mid-Term ExaminationsWeek 6 of each termWeek 6 of each term
End of Term ExaminationsWeek 11-12 of each termWeek 11-12 of each term
BECE (Basic Education Certificate)May 2025 (JSS 3)N/A
WAEC (West African Examinations)N/AMay - June 2025 (SS 3)
NECO (National Examinations)N/ANovember 2024 & June 2025

Holidays & Breaks

Independence Day

October 1, 2024

National Holiday

Christmas Break

December 21, 2024 - January 7, 2025

School Holiday

New Year

January 1, 2025

National Holiday

Easter Break

March 29 - April 1, 2025

Religious Holiday

Workers' Day

May 1, 2025

National Holiday

Democracy Day

June 12, 2025

National Holiday

Eid Celebrations

To be announced

Religious Holiday

Important Notes

📅 Academic Calendar Policies

  • • Students must resume on the specified resumption dates
  • • Late resumption requires written explanation from parents
  • • All fees must be paid before the end of each term
  • • Examination dates are strictly adhered to

📞 Stay Connected

  • • Check school website for calendar updates
  • • Follow official social media channels
  • • Contact school office for clarifications
  • • Parent WhatsApp groups for announcements

Download Academic Calendar

Get the complete academic calendar for the 2024/2025 session in PDF format for easy reference and printing.

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