We teach the core subject using an integrated curriculum of the Nigerian/British Curriculums. At this stage students study 15 subjects, the subjects are: Mathematics, English Language, ICT, Nigerian Languages, PHE (Physical and Health Education), Music, Creative Arts, French, Social Studies, Civic Education, Science, Security Education, Home Economics, Business Studies, Basic Technology.
Students prepare in year 9 for their junior WAEC, NECO and also Cambridge examination in Mathematics, English, and Science.
Our school offers the IGCSE Curriculum and the Nigerian Curriculum and this requires the student to make varied choice of nothing less than six subjects in addition to the compulsory subjects, English, Mathematics, Civic Education and Economics at this stage. Our students in the Senior Secondary school also offer key subjects in accordance with their preferences. Compulsory subjects are Mathematics, English, Civic Education, Economics. They are also exposed to the prestigious Cambridge exam, IGCSE and Nigerian exams which are WAEC and NECO.
Below are available subjects to choose from:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, ICT, French, Business Studies, Fin. Accounting, Arts and Design, Music, Further Maths and English Literature.
Positive Skills and Knowledge
At key stage 3 and 4 our students develop skills and knowledge that will enable them to communicate creatively with the world at large, through spoken and written language. Our aim is have self-confident and positive attitude students who can communicate effectively with their peers and adults. To be competent communicators and good listeners, express opinions, articulate feelings and formulate ideas.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing a teaching environment conducive to learning. Each student is valued, respected and challenged regardless of ability, gender, religion, social background, culture or disability.
Parental/Community Involvement:
We value parent involvement in our students’ academic development in order to promote a home school partnership in the following ways:
• Sharing information – newsletters, curriculum evenings, parents’ leaflets, reading diaries/students planners.
• Celebrations – family assemblies, school performances, displays, book fairs.
• Homework – in line with our homework policy and home/school agreement.
School Trips
Student tours, and excursions are also part of the Richland Academy experience
Assessments
Assessments are made in line with the School assessment policy. Teachers report to parents twice a year at parents’ forum and in the annual report to parents. Children are
assessed on entering the school and are formally assessed at the end of each key stage. Optional tests are used in years 9, 10 and 12 as a form of summative assessment.
Teachers use assessment for learning to ensure planning is based on prior attainment and that students know what they need to do to achieve the next steps. Group or individual targets are set accordingly.