The Full Story
Bennie Griffins Academy (BGA) is a mission-driven school dedicated to nurturing the whole child through academic excellence, creativity, leadership, and innovation. We believe every child possesses unique, God-given potential, and our role is to help each learner discover, develop, and confidently use those gifts to make a positive impact.
Our Educational Philosophy
Every child learns differently. Rather than relying solely on memorization, we use a student-centered approach where learners actively participate through discussions, practical experiments, projects, presentations, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving. Teachers serve as mentors, guiding students to ask questions, think independently, and develop confidence in their abilities.
Our classrooms are built on five core principles:
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Academic Excellence – High standards in every subject
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Character & Leadership – Integrity, responsibility, and service.
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Creativity & Innovation – Encouraging original thinking through arts, STEM, and technology.
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Global Readiness – German language, digital literacy, and international perspectives.
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Holistic Development – Supporting every child's intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
Student Assessment
Assessment at BGA goes beyond written examinations. We evaluate students throughout the academic year using a balanced system that measures both knowledge and personal development.
Students are assessed through:
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Classwork and assignments
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Continuous assessments and quizzes
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Mid-term and end-of-term examinations
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Practical projects and presentations
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Laboratory and creative work
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Class participation and teamwork
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Leadership, discipline, and personal growth
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As part of our admissions process, applicants from Primary 4 to JSS 3 complete a STEM and Arts aptitude assessment to identify their strengths and interests.
The results help us guide students toward opportunities where they can thrive while providing individualized support where needed.
Teaching Methods
Our teachers combine traditional instruction with modern educational techniques, including:
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Project-based learning
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Hands-on STEM and robotics activities
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Collaborative group learning
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Creative arts integration
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Technology-enhanced lessons
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Public speaking and debate
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Continuous mentoring and feedback
This approach helps students understand concepts deeply instead of simply memorizing facts.
Core Academic Subjects
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English Language
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Mathematics
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Basic Science
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Basic Technology
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Social Studies
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Civic Education
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Computer Studies (ICT)
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Agricultural Science
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Physical & Health Education
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Security Education
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Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
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National Values
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History
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Business Studies
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Home Economics
Languages
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English Language
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German Language (BGA Enrichment Programme)
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Nigerian Language (Yoruba)
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French
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Chinese
STEM & Technology
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Coding & Programming
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STEM Innovation Lab
Arts & Creative Studies
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Visual Arts
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Music
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Film & Media Studies
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Creative Writing
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Drama & Theatre Arts
Leadership & Life Skills
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Leadership & Mentorship
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Entrepreneurship
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Financial Literacy
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Public Speaking & Debate
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Emotional Intelligence & Personal Development
Clubs & Co-Curricular Learning
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Debate Club
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STEM & Robotics Club
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Film Club
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Creative Arts Club
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Reading & Literary Club
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Entrepreneurship Club
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