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CRESTFIELDACADEMY

Academics

A clear path from Nursery to Senior Secondary

Each section has its own head, its own approach and the same commitment to strong foundations.

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Ages 2 to 5

Nursery

Pre-Nursery, Nursery 1 and Nursery 2

A warm, play-based start where children build early language, number sense and confidence through songs, stories and guided play.

Focus areas

  • Early literacy and phonics
  • Number and shape play
  • Art, music and movement
  • Social and self-care skills
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Ages 5 to 11

Primary

Primary 1 to Primary 6

A broad curriculum that strengthens reading, writing and mathematics while introducing science, social studies, languages and the arts.

Focus areas

  • English and mathematics foundations
  • Basic science and technology
  • French and Nigerian languages
  • Clubs, sports and creative arts
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Ages 11 to 14

Junior Secondary

JSS 1 to JSS 3

Students build study habits and independence across a wide range of subjects, with steady preparation for the Basic Education Certificate Examination.

Focus areas

  • Core and elective subjects
  • Practical science and computing
  • Guided study skills
  • Leadership through clubs and prefect roles
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Ages 14 to 17

Senior Secondary

SSS 1 to SSS 3

Students choose a Science, Arts or Commercial pathway and prepare for WASSCE and NECO, with mentoring as they plan their next steps.

Focus areas

  • Science, Arts and Commercial pathways
  • Examination preparation
  • Career and university guidance
  • Community service and debate

Beyond the classroom

Growing the whole student

  • Clubs and societies

    Debate, Press, Science, Coding, Drama and Cultural clubs meet weekly.

  • Sports

    Football, athletics, table tennis and an annual inter-house sports day.

  • Library and reading

    Weekly library periods and a termly reading challenge for every class.

  • Pastoral care

    Form teachers and a guidance counsellor support each student's wellbeing.