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Our Curriculum

A comprehensive educational program designed to nurture academic excellence and character development

Excellence Through Education

Our curriculum is carefully designed to provide students with a solid foundation in academics while developing critical thinking skills, creativity, and strong moral values. We follow the Nigerian National Curriculum enhanced with international best practices.

Nigerian Curriculum

Aligned with National Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) standards

International Standards

Incorporating global best practices and 21st-century skills

Character Development

Moral education and value-based learning integrated across subjects

Excellence Focus

Preparing students for academic excellence and future success

Primary School Curriculum

English Language

Reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills development

Key Learning Objectives:
  • Phonics and word recognition
  • Reading comprehension
  • Creative writing
  • Oral communication

Assessment: Continuous assessment and termly examinations

Mathematics

Number concepts, problem-solving, and logical thinking

Key Learning Objectives:
  • Number operations
  • Geometry and shapes
  • Measurement
  • Data handling

Assessment: Regular practice tests and problem-solving tasks

Basic Science

Introduction to scientific concepts and observation skills

Key Learning Objectives:
  • Living and non-living things
  • Weather and seasons
  • Simple experiments
  • Environmental awareness

Assessment: Practical work and theory assessments

Social Studies

Understanding community, culture, and social relationships

Key Learning Objectives:
  • Family and community
  • Nigerian culture
  • Basic geography
  • Civic education

Assessment: Projects and continuous assessment

Secondary School Curriculum

Core Subjects

English Language

Advanced language skills and literature

Mathematics

Algebra, geometry, statistics, and calculus

Civic Education

Citizenship and democratic values

Computer Studies

ICT skills and digital literacy

Sciences

Physics

Mechanics, waves, electricity, and modern physics

Chemistry

Organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry

Biology

Life processes, ecology, and human biology

Further Mathematics

Advanced mathematical concepts

Arts & Humanities

Literature in English

Poetry, prose, and drama analysis

Government

Political systems and governance

Economics

Market systems and economic principles

Geography

Physical and human geography

Languages

Yoruba

Local language and cultural studies

French

Foreign language communication

Igbo

Indigenous language preservation

Hausa

National language integration

Our Teaching Methodology

Interactive Learning

Student-centered approach with active participation and engagement

Examples:
Group discussionsProblem-solving sessionsPeer learningHands-on activities

Technology Integration

Digital tools and resources to enhance learning experiences

Examples:
Smart boardsEducational softwareOnline resourcesVirtual experiments

Practical Application

Real-world connections and practical skill development

Examples:
Laboratory workField tripsProjectsInternships

Assessment Diversity

Multiple assessment methods to evaluate student progress

Examples:
Written testsPractical examsProjectsPresentations

Our Curriculum Goals

Academic Excellence

Achieve high standards in all subject areas and prepare students for further education

Character Development

Build strong moral values, integrity, and responsible citizenship

21st Century Skills

Develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills

Examination Preparation

BECE Preparation

Comprehensive preparation for Basic Education Certificate Examination

  • • Mock examinations
  • • Past questions practice
  • • Intensive revision

WAEC Preparation

Thorough preparation for West African Examinations Council tests

  • • Subject-specific coaching
  • • Practical examinations
  • • Result prediction tests

NECO Preparation

Strategic preparation for National Examinations Council assessments

  • • Alternative examination prep
  • • Internal assessments
  • • Continuous evaluation

Experience Our Curriculum

Discover how our comprehensive curriculum can provide your child with the foundation for academic excellence and lifelong success.

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