Manna Academy

Manna Academy aims to create a learner-centred environment that fosters intellectual discipline, critical thinking, and a love for lifelong learning. The school promotes values of motivation, affection, neatness, and nurturing, while encouraging independence, self-confidence, and environmental responsibility. It strives to develop well-rounded individuals who possess both high IQ and emotional intelligence.

The school offers a comprehensive academic programme spanning creche, nursery, primary, and secondary levels. It utilizes the Montessori methodology and Jolly Phonics in early years, while the primary and secondary sections follow the Nigerian National Curriculum alongside British (Cambridge) standards, preparing students for WAEC, NECO, and Cambridge Checkpoint examinations. The curriculum covers core subjects including English, mathematics, science, ICT, and humanities, with an emphasis on cross-curricular links and practical, inquiry-based learning.

The school emphasizes the mental health and well-being of its students as an integral part of the curriculum. Staff are committed to meeting individual needs, ensuring that all learners have equal opportunities to achieve their potential regardless of their background. The school also provides 1-on-1 reading support for students who require additional assistance.

Admission to Manna Academy is open to students from creche through secondary levels. The process requires a pre-visit tour, submission of prior school reports, a placement assessment, and an oral interview. Admission decisions are based on age grade, assessment results, and interview performance.

The school calendar features a variety of academic and community events throughout the year. Notable activities include graduation and speech prize-giving ceremonies, inter-house sports competitions, career awareness days, cultural days, and seasonal celebrations such as Christmas carols.

The campus is a 3-form entry institution situated on a single site that includes a variety of specialized learning and recreational spaces. Facilities include a student library, computer and ICT labs, a language laboratory, an arts studio, a music hall, a science laboratory, and a ballet studio. Outdoor amenities feature a stadium-style playground, a football pitch, basketball and lawn tennis courts, and a green garden area, supported by a multipurpose hall and a sick bay.

The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities designed to foster creativity and physical health. These include clubs for martial arts, book reading, public speaking, gardening, and science, alongside sports such as football, basketball, table tennis, and volleyball. Additionally, students can participate in specialized programmes like robotics, ballet, and instrumental music lessons.