Canton Hill Academy

Canton Hill Academy is guided by the motto 'PRIMAS' (meaning Outstanding) and a mission to provide internationalized education based on the values of responsibility, empathy, safety, pride, excellence, consideration, and truth. The school employs a 'learning through play' approach, particularly in the early years, to build confidence, perseverance, and a love of learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The school offers a broad curriculum that integrates British and Nigerian educational elements, focusing on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The academic structure spans Early Years, Key Stage 1 (Lower Primary), Key Stage 2 (Upper Primary), and Key Stage 3 (Lower Secondary), with a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and scientific inquiry.

Students in Year 5 sit for the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint and the National Common Entrance Examination. At the end of Key Stage 3, scholars prepare for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE/NECO) and the Cambridge Checkpoint Secondary 1 Examination.

The school maintains a low-ratio, child-centered approach where teachers set individual targets for students to ensure optimal growth. Staff are trained in child development and work in partnership with parents to provide regular feedback through formal and informal reports, as well as informative evenings regarding care and education.

Admissions are open for students from Early Years (Pre-school, Nursery, and Reception) through to Junior Secondary (Key Stage 3). Prospective families are required to obtain a pre-registration form from the school's website, complete the necessary details, and submit the documentation to the school office for approval.

The campus features spacious, brightly decorated classrooms adorned with student work and educational displays. Specialized facilities include a modern science laboratory, a dedicated baby room designed for sensory development, and outdoor play areas with soft-surface climbing equipment and flowerbeds for gardening.

The school provides a variety of activities designed to foster personal and social development, including music, art, and frequent French classes. Students have access to outdoor play areas featuring climbing equipment and gardening opportunities, alongside indoor activities such as puzzles, building blocks, and sensory play with sand and water.