The Ridge School (1966)

The school operates under the motto 'Excellence, Humility, Service,' aiming to balance individual personal achievement with service to others. It seeks to create a secure, happy, and caring environment that fosters self-control, emotional development, and self-esteem. The school emphasizes the importance of preparing students to adjust to change and view challenges as opportunities.

The school follows the Ghana Education Service (GES) curriculum for its Primary and Junior High School sections, while incorporating international dimensions where possible. The Senior High School offers both the Cambridge curriculum and the GES programme to cater to diverse study choices, including IGCSE and WASSCE pathways. The curriculum also includes religious and sex education, with a focus on moral and spiritual development.

A dedicated team consisting of headteachers, teachers, and learning support assistants identifies and supports children with special learning needs. These students receive extra help within the school community, utilizing available resources to ensure they are provided for.

The school accepts students from age 4 (Reception) to approximately 19 years. Admission to the Reception class requires children to have turned four, with entry based on a 'readiness for learning' assessment and English language competence. For the Senior High School, admission is based on entrance examinations, interviews, and a review of previous school reports, with specific requirements for the IGCSE and WASSCE programmes.

The academic year is divided into three terms. The calendar includes scheduled test weeks, parent-teacher interviews, mid-term breaks, and public holidays such as Independence Day. The school also hosts events such as Family Nights, Christmas concerts, and annual sports days.

The campus is located in Danyame, Kumasi, adjacent to the Births & Deaths Registry. It provides facilities to support practical learning in subjects such as Science, Home Economics, Information Technology, and the Arts. The school also utilizes outdoor spaces for sports and educational excursions.

Students participate in a variety of activities designed to refresh and engage them outside the classroom. These include inter-house competitions in basketball, football, and quizzes. The school also organizes educational excursions to sites such as the Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary and waterfall.