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Table of Contents
1.2 Mission...............................................................................................................................31
5.1.1 Strengths.........................................................................................................................39
5.1.2 Weaknesses....................................................................................................................40
5.1.3 Opportunities...................................................................................................................40
Introduction
I am pleased to introduce our school to you and explain the vision for the education of our scholars. After more
than seven years as a teacher several research on the teaching as well as school business, I know how important
a school is that offers quality learning with high expectations. I am passionate and committed to maintaining the
ethos and traditions of setting up UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE, whilst ensuring the school
continues to provide quality all round 21st century experiences. Our motto is 'Respecting our past and
We run our Kindergarten, Nursery, Primary and Secondary School in accordance with the Kaduna State
Ministry of Education provision in line with the UBE programme and registered by Corporate Affair
Our mission statement is to build the child for exploit. Including, bringing out the talents and aspirations of
individual child to light, instill into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility, also to make the child
spiritually and morally upright, and above all to prepare the child towards inevitable role in leadership of
tomorrow.
We hope and expect that this season will be a wonderful and exciting session for your child. We are absolutely
confident that our educational approach will allow your child to appreciate fully the wonders and excitements of
Despite the fact that there is so much moral decadence in the society, our pupils are of high moral standard
because we have taken it upon ourselves to instill moral values into our pupils’ through moral instructions and
Our ultimate desire is to produce generational leaders who would be God fearing with innovative leadership
skills that would create a positive impact in the growth and development of our beloved country Nigeria and the
entire globe.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will provide private school services in quantitative courses,
starting the first school in the Kaduna, Rigachikun area. Focused primarily on students in Nursery, Primary and
%Service Summary
At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE, we run the Kindergarten, Nursery, Primary and Secondary
School course in accordance with the provisions of Kaduna State Ministry of Education and in line with the
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is a choice institution with no discrimination for race, religion,
COLLECE." Our main mission is to build the child for exploit, including bringing out the talents and best
aspirations of the individual child, instill into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility and make the
child spiritually and morally upright as well as prepare the child towards the inevitable role in leadership of
tomorrow.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is a co-educational institution founded on a sound vision of well
established standard. It was founded on a philosophy of imparting basic qualitative education. At UNIQUE
ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE total development of the child is our ultimate target.
Our aims and objectives for establishing this institution is deeply rooted in our motto "Respecting our past and
Growing our future". The School will actively improve its Students, Parents, teaching and support Staff and
wider community in providing a challenging curriculum and a caring environment which develops the
academic, technological, creative and social skill of all its Students and Pupils.
We seek to cultivate a partnership in people with different roles and work towards a common goal of
School. By receiving this support from a worldwide education organization, the school will be on the roster of
While there are cultural and language classes that children of Nigeria can attend outside of the regular school
curriculum, we at our institution offers an excellent education along with meeting our societal cultural needs
Vision
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE will be excellent institutions of learning, providing a conducive
environment for children age 2-11 to reach their full potentials intellectually, socially, morally and physically.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE Schools will be known for excellent and all round academic
achievement and will therefore become a parent’s first choice in early learning and primary education. Our
commitment is to the child. Our orientation is the child while at the age of 12 above
We will provide the best learning environment, tools and personnel, for preparing the mind and body of the
We desire to be a leading private Nursery, primary and Secondary School in Nigeria operating in a climate that
ensures academic excellence, high moral values and the promotion of Godly principles in accordance with the
We aim at providing a wide and balanced Curriculum to meet the academic, social, moral and Spiritual needs of
the individual child. We believe that their particular location in the Kaduna will give the community of learners
an incredible opportunity to examine change, explore the interconnectedness of issues and develop a global
perspective.
1.2 Mission
Our main mission is to build the child for exploit, including bringing out the talents and best aspirations of the
individual child, instill into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility and make the child spiritually and
morally upright as well as prepare the child towards the inevitable role in leadership of tomorrow.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE exists to help students. The Company takes a unique and
innovative approach to teaching that helps students connect with the subject matter they need to master in a vast
variety of subjects, religions and arts. Through personalized and focused teaching processes, the students
develop the tools they need for ongoing success in their fields of study, which include international languages as
well. Success depends on direct attention to the needs of the Company's clients and truly helping them achieve-
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE won't succeed unless their clients succeed.
1.3 Keys to Success
• Developing methods of approaching subjects that helps students get their minds around challenging concepts,
expanding the choice to study several religions, languages and subjects from Nigeria and abroad.
• Developing a comprehensive program that meets emotional, physical, cultural, mental and educational needs
• Truly listening to clients' needs and diagnosing where their understanding of concepts is breaking down.
• To improve education options for Nigeria students to excel in mathematics, science, history and geography to
Core value
Be asked. Be answered.
Explored a global school with local roots where teachers challenge you, laugh with you, listen to you, and learn
with you.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE was established and incorporated on 14 th December 2018; we run
the Kindergarten, Nursery, Primary and Secondary School course in accordance with the provisions of Kaduna
State Ministry of Education and in line with the UBE (Universal Basic Education) programme.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is a choice institution with no discrimination for race, religion,
We are registered by Corporate Affairs Commission, Kaduna, as "UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE
by Zikirullah Zakariyya. " Our main mission is to build the child for exploit, including bringing out the talents
and best aspirations of the individual child, instill into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility and
make the child spiritually and morally upright as well as prepare the child towards the inevitable role in
leadership of tomorrow.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is a co-educational institution founded on a sound vision of well
established standard. It was founded on a philosophy of imparting basic qualitative education. At UNIQUE
ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE total development of the child is our ultimate target.
Our aims and objectives for establishing this institution is deeply rooted in our motto "Respecting our past and
Growing our future". The School will actively improve its Students, Parents, teaching and support Staff and
wider community in providing a challenging curriculum and a caring environment which develops the
academic, technological, creative and social skill of all its Students and Pupils.
Teaching sessions focus on helping students grasp the concepts they will need to know to perform well in their
class, as well as developing study strategies to effectively prepare for exams in their class as well as outside
class. A long-term focus of empowering students is favored over a short-term problem-solving strategy.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is a sole proprietorship. The company will be owned and operated
by UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE which is 100% owned by IBRAHIM SADIQ ISHOLA. The
The company founders will hire an education consulting and management firm to handle day-to-day operations
of the business and will work collaboratively to ensure that this business venture is a success. UNIQUE
ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will be seeking to attain start-up funds from a combination of investment
capital and grant funding sources. Surplus revenue from fundraising is detailed in the Sales Forecast table later
in this plan.
The following table and chart show the start-up costs for UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE.
Table: Start-up
Start-up Expenses
Legal/Filing/Permits
Marketing and Promotion
Computer System and Equipment
Tools and Supplies for 1 Year
Total Start-up Expenses
Start-up Assets
Cash Required
Other Current Assets
Long-term Assets
Total Assets
Total Requirements
Total Requirements
3.0 Services
The school will offer a unique and philosophical approach to education to provide for intellectual, emotional
and spiritual development of every student. The school aims to provide an environment conducive to students to
cohesive efforts of our highly trained and focused team, the curriculum is effectively conveyed to the learners.
We strongly believe and focus in the total development of the child’s cognitive, affective and psychomotor
domains. We provide variety of skills and values to children so they can withstand any form of challenges in
future learning. Our staffs are carefully selected, highly qualified and competent. They undergo training and re-
training programmes to keep them informed of the various changes, development and new discovery in the
educational sector.
Our school provides a breath of equal opportunity in which children can develop their potentials within a very
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will also be providing extensive extra-curricular activities for
students such as providing art, culture and language courses so that students can attain and utilize the tools and
education all in one place. This will be especially appealing to parents as this will improve not only the child’s
education but by having all available in one location, it will also improve quality of life for families.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE has future plans for utilizing the 3 plot of land and real estate that
The Company is trying to acquire by installing a soccer field, a baseball field and a teacher/student vegetable
and herb garden for education purposes. In addition, the auditorium and smaller classroom will be rented out to
Private schools, also known as independent schools, are not administered by local, state or national
governments; thus, they retain the right to select their students and are funded in whole or in part by charging
their students tuition, rather than relying on public (government) funding, students can get a scholarship into a
private school which makes the cost cheaper depending on a talent the student may have e.g. art scholarship,
academic scholarship etc. In the Nigeria and several African countries as well as other Commonwealth
countries, the use of the term is generally restricted to primary and secondary educational levels; it is almost
never used of universities and other tertiary institutions. Private education in some part of the county covers the
whole gamut of educational activity, ranging from pre-school to tertiary level institutions.
Tuition at private secondary schools varies from school to school and depends on many factors, including the
location of the school, the willingness of parents to pay, peer tuitions and the school's financial endowment.
High tuition, schools claim, is used to pay higher salaries for the best teachers and also used to provide enriched
learning environments, including a low student to teacher ratio, small class sizes and services, such as libraries,
science laboratories and computers. Some private schools are boarding schools and many military academies
Religiously affiliated and denominational schools form a subcategory of private schools. Some such schools
teach religious education, together with the usual academic subjects to impress their particular faith's beliefs and
traditions in the students who attend. Our institution will produce a generation of scholars that are Qur’anically
sound, sunnatically engineered which aids them the ability and capacity to understand their religion.
Private schooling in the Nigeria has been debated by educators, lawmakers and parents, since the beginnings of
compulsory education in 1982, Nigeria switched to the America system of six primary, three junior secondary,
and three senior secondary school grade. The Supreme Court precedent appears to favor educational choice, so
According to Daily Trust in one of its report, in a Kaduna community primary school are so highly populated
that 250 pupils or more sit in a classroom, some of the on the bare floor. Kaduna State under Governor Nasir El-
Rufai has through its free basic education and school feeding programme been able to achieve a fast growing
school-age population but it is facing difficulty in the area of offering quality education to the increasing
populace, looking at these challenges our institution had identified some of the problems and working
passionately toward providing fast and everlasting solution as the market segment shows a future and fast grow
as the governor himself while presenting his 2018 budget proposal to the state assembly mentioned that the state
education policy had raised primary school enrollment from 1.1million to 2.1million. Our main mission to
Kaduna state as UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE market segment is the solve the facing difficulty
in the area of offering quality education to the increasing populace and to build the child for exploit, including
bringing out the talents and best aspirations of the individual child, instill into the child a sense of discipline and
responsibility and make the child spiritually and morally upright as well as prepare the child towards the
time will be dedicated to developing the children of all our covered area and other students as projected to be of
Kaduna State decent and will be comprised of all ethnicities). The company’s goal is to have the best education
in mathematics, science and history comparable to top schools in the world, making the children internationally
aware. This is a mere matter of population dynamics. Maintaining and further enhancing its reputation in the
The private school business is lucrative, as mentioned before. As a result, there are many private schools that
provide quality education and care for children in the same area as UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLECE.
We run our Kindergarten, Nursery, Primary and Secondary School in accordance with the Kaduna State
Ministry of Education provision in line with the UBE programme and registered by Corporate Affair
Our mission statement is to build the child for exploit. Including, bringing out the talents and aspirations of
individual child to light, instill into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility, also to make the child
spiritually and morally upright, and above all to prepare the child towards inevitable role in leadership of
tomorrow.
We hope and expect that this season will be a wonderful and exciting session for your child. We are absolutely
confident that our educational approach will allow your child to appreciate fully the wonders and excitements of
Al-Hikmat Academy,
Al-furqan academy,
Ma’liq academy
Metropolitian school
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will succeed by offering its client' children a safe and secure
environment and close personal attention. The goals of the school dual-sided; to help parents feel good about
the care their children's education and to make it a safe, educational and fun experience for the child.
Students will develop emotional strength, practical capability, clarity in reason, intellectual brilliance and
creativity by developing their personalities through a curriculum that is based on deep spiritual values and a first
class educational curriculum. Studies will be well rounded with science, religion studies, literature and sports.
The school will create individuals that have the best education in all standard subjects; however, they will also
have training in spiritual and moral values, ethical application and a holistic approach to conducting their lives
The SWOT analysis provides UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE with an opportunity to examine the
internal strengths and weaknesses the Company must address. It also allows the opportunity to examine the
5.1.1 Strengths
Currently few other private school of any grade level offer qualitative services to solve the problem of inability
of children/pupils to be able to read and write at the primary level. Few other schools are not as proactive about
providing the child’s overall well-rounded physical, emotional, educational and cultural needs.
There are cultural and language classes that children of Nigeria can attend outside of the regular school
curriculum; in Kaduna state though we have schools that are doing their best but more need to be done, our
establishment will offers an excellent education along with meeting the cultural needs with religion injunction
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE in the process of getting commitments from key individuals to
serve on the Board, The CEO will serve as a working officer and will also serve on the board. UNIQUE
ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE currently has commitments from two well known individuals with an
academic background and will have the other members confirmed in the near future.
5.1.2 Weaknesses
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE must differentiate the school as an upstanding organization,
contrary to what are statistically reported as the downside of sending a child to a private school:
• Cost.
5.1.3 Opportunities
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE has a growing market with a significant percentage of the primary
target market, Kaduna population in the Nigeria, still not knowing that this future option exists. UNIQUE
ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will also be forming strategic alliances offering sources for referrals and
Changes and increases of Kaduna populations in enrolment of children into primary school as reported by
governor El-Rufai in his budget presentation in 2018 from 1.1million to 2.1million student present opportunities
for private school to fit into the system in other to solve the problems of non-qualitative education service in
highly concentrated communities in Metropolitan areas ( Rigasa, Rigachikun and Kaduna North) our
headquarter is sited also is an indication of promising bright future for the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLECE. The opportunity for future expansion and opening additional schools in these areas is the
Company's vision.
Some other important points of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE's opportunities are:
• Growing market with a significant percentage of our target market still not knowing this school will exist.
• Increasing sales opportunities beyond the school's "100-mile" target area including several smaller
• Create a separate boarding school facility offering the same teachings and services.
5.1.4 Threats
The downturn in the economy the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has impacted private school attendance
across the country. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will keep in mind that the Company must keep
tuition and other associated costs well monitored both the school and the parents of the students attending.
5.2 Competitive Edge
Private schools in Nigeria have standard of discipline. Students with discipline problems are fewer in private
schools than in public schools; this is because private schools have a way of scrutinizing students before
admitting them.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE seeks to establish a competitive edge in its target market by
increasing the level of education standards with the instilment of discipline not only within a private school, but
also with in the community, offering Arabic studies and languages in addition to other designed curriculum
The marketing efforts will focus on identifying and understanding the ever changing needs and preferences of
the customers in order to satisfy them. The marketing mix will drive the customer value proposition of the
project. The figure below is an account on the product, promotion; place and packaging that will be applied to
the selected market segment. We give qualitative education and create an avenue for children to express their
creative abilities. Through cohesive efforts of our highly trained and focused team, the curriculum is effectively
conveyed to the learners. Our marketing strategy is marrying our mission statement “Our main mission is to
build the child for exploit, including bringing out the talents and best aspirations of the individual child, instill
into the child a sense of discipline and responsibility and make the child spiritually and morally upright as well
as prepare the child towards the inevitable role in leadership of tomorrow” with our core value “BE ASKED.
BE ANSWERED Explored a global school with local roots where teachers, challenge you, laugh with you listen
to you, and learn with you” in other for our market mix to meet our target market needs. Table
School. By receiving this support from a worldwide education organization, the school will be on the roster of
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will join national and state private school associations. The
Company will find incomparable resources. The networking opportunities for UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLECE and its staff are virtually limitless. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE plans on attending
association conferences in year 1 so that the school is visible. That will ensure plenty of applications for vacant
The sales forecast has been developed to predict future sales in a conservative manner. It is expected that sales
will gradually increase as more students are served and the Company receives more testimonials. At some point,
since UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE is an organization serving students Monday through Friday
as the standard, capacity will be reached in terms of the number of hours worked and the number of students
accepted per term. Please review the following table and chart which details monthly and yearly sales broken
Please see the sales forecasts for 40 students, 80 students and 150 students accordingly.
Sales Forecast
Total Sales
Direct Cost of Sales
Learning Tools and Supplies
Sales Forecast
Table: Sales Forecast – 100 Students to Start - annual tuition per child
Total Sales
Direct Cost of Sales
Learning Tools and Supplies
Sales Forecast
Table: Sales Forecast – 150 Students to Start - annual tuition per child
Total Sales
Direct Cost of Sales
Learning Tools and Supplies
Several milestones will be set for UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE as a way of monitoring progress
of the organization in the pursuit of achieving realistic, lofty goals with the aim of building this business model
into a full-time, profitable source of revenue. The following table details the specific milestones and offers a
Milestones
Table: Milestones
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE will attain the assistance of a professional private school
The Consultant Services will provide complete oversight for educational and operational management of the
educational programming, overseeing accreditation, and planning for additional grade levels/programs as
required;
• Monitoring school performance and oversight of Annual strategic goals and evaluation/assessment process;
• Assist with development of systems for accounting, financial reporting, and audits;
• Parent services;
• School improvement.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLECE's start-up costs are detailed above, in the Start-up
Table. The following table shows how these start-up costs will be funded by owner, grant funding
by operating expenses. These are presented as per-unit revenue, per-unit cost, and fixed costs. These
conservative assumptions make for a more accurate estimate of real risk. Please note that there
should be a minimum of 51 children attending the school and paying tuition in order for the
Break-even Analysis
The following table and charts will indicate Projected Profit and Loss.
shall be to:
(c) provide adequate care and supervision for the children when their parents are at work, on the farm, in the
(e) inculcate in the children the spirit of equity and creativity through the exploration of nature and the local
(g) teach the rudimentary of numbers, letters, colours, shapes, forms, etc.
shall be to:
(a) inculcate permanent literacy, numeracy and the ability to communicate effectively;
(c) provide citizenship education as a basis for effective participation in, and contribution to, the life of
society;
(d) build character and provide moral training and to develop sound attitudes;
(f) give children opportunities for developing manipulative skills that will enable them function effectively in
(g) provide basic tools for further educational advancement including preparation of trades and crafts of the
shall be to:
(a) provide students with opportunities for education of a higher quality irrespective
(b) equip students to live effectively in the modern world of science and technology;
(c) develop and project Nigerian culture, arts and languages as well as universal and
cultural heritage;
(d) raise a generation of people who can think for themselves, respect the views and
feelings of others, respect the dignity of labour and appreciate those values
specified under our broad national aims so as to enable them live and function as
good citizens;
(e) foster Nigerian unity with emphasis on the common ties that unite us in our
diversity; and
(f) inspire students with a desire for achievement and self-improvement both at
shall be to:
(c) provide training and impart the much- needed skills to the trainees to enable
(d) prepare trainees for internal and external proficiency and other related
examinations.
b) Children shall be admitted into Nursery One when they attain the age of three ( 3 ) years, Nursery 2 on
attaining age of four (4) and one year compulsory Preprimary education(Kindergarten) on attaining the age of
5 years in accordance with specification of Section 2 (17)of the National Policy on Education 2013 Edition.
PRIMARY EDUCATION
a) Primary Education shall be of six years duration. There shall be a smooth transition from the Kindergarten
b) Children shall be admitted into Primary One when they attain the age of six (6) years.
SECONDARY EDUCATION
a. Secondary Education shall be of six (6) years duration and shall be provided in two stages of three years
each:
b. Students shall be admitted into JSS1 when they have completed six (6) years of primary education, at
c. There shall be a smooth transition from primary education into JSS. However, it may be possible for over-
age students to enter JSS1 if, for any reason, there has been a break following completion of their primary
education.
d. Both the JSS and SSS stages may be run on the same premises. SSS shall complement JSS even where
Vocational and remedial education shall be tailored towards proficiency in certificates and preparation for
NURSERY SCHOOL
PRIMARY SCHOOL
SECONDARY SCHOOL
a) Nursery and Primary schools: the maximum hours of operation for each day shall be 4 or 5 hours (8 a.m. to
1 p.m.).
b) Secondary Schools and Vocational institutes: the maximum hours of operation for each day shall be 5 or 6
THE CURRICULUM
a) The curriculum shall be geared towards achieving the State Government’s Policy on curriculum for all
aspects and levels of education covered by these Guidelines. All Schools and Institutes shall adhere strictly to
b) All Nursery Schools shall adopt a curriculum appropriate to that level of education. Such
a curriculum would promote the three domains of learning – cognitive, social and psychomotor, and there
should be teaching methods and teaching resources that are appropriate for children at this stage of their
c) Schools and Institutes shall not segregate or discriminate against pupils/students on grounds of religion,
d) All schools and Institutes shall operate the approved academic year calendar as issued by the Ministry of
Education.
e) Schools and Institutes shall provide for continuous assessment of their pupils/students.
f) Curricular activities of Junior Secondary Schools shall be both pre-vocational and academic and shall
include all basic subjects which will enable students to acquire knowledge and develop skills. The JSS
g) The Senior Secondary School curriculum shall be structured in accordance with the National Policy on
h) All Secondary schools should have the capacity to register candidates for national examinations organized
by Nigeria-approved examinations boards, such as the Junior School Certificate Examination (JSCE); the
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE); and the National Examination Council's
i) Regardless of the curriculum being offered, all schools should teach Citizenship, Environmental Studies
j) All Secondary Schools should provide Guidance /Counselling support in the School. The functions of the
Guidance Counsellor shall be to provide support services to students, staff, and parents. Support services
FOREIGN CURRICULUM
a) Some private schools may operate a foreign curriculum of their choice based on their chosen objectives.
However, such schools shall in addition teach Citizenship, Environmental Studies and Economics as well as
b) Any school operating a foreign curriculum should ensure that their candidates are also eligible to register
for National Examinations organized by Nigerian Examination bodies such as the Junior School Certificate
Examination (JSCE), the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), and the National
Examination Council's Junior and Senior Certificate Examination (NECO/JSCE and NECO/SSCE).
a) All Schools will have a governing body, otherwise known as a School-Base Management Committee
(SBMC). Members of the SBMC will comprise elected or otherwise co-opted representatives of the teaching
b) The SBMC shall have oversight of the school's overall strategic direction, be responsible for an annual
School Improvement Plan, have oversight of budget implementation and maintain public account of monies
a) The day-to-day Quality Assurance of Schools will be a School Management responsibility. The Principal
of the School, as the instructional leader, shall be responsible for learning outcomes in the School and will
lead the School Management team in ensuring that the curriculum is being implemented efficiently and that
all students are learning. School Managers will be required to develop Professional
b) Periodic inspection, monitoring and supervision of Schools shall be the responsibility of the Office of
enter any school premises and request relevant documents, which must be provided by the Head
Teacher/Principal.
SCHOOLS
All Private Schools operating in Lagos State must be duly approved. The approval process will be under the
management of the Ministry of Education. The approval steps are illustrated below:
GUIDELINES PURCHASE
Any proprietor(s) seeking to establish a new Private School and all existing Private Schools in
Lagos State shall purchase a copy of the Guidelines and ensure that they understand its contents and
requirements.
Any proprietor(s) seeking to establish a new Private School in Lagos State shall write a letter to the
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education providing at least three proposed names in order of preference to
conduct a name search. This is to ensure different schools do not bear the same name. The search is done
electronically. A formal letter is issued to the proprietor stating approval of the School name and the next
STRUCTURAL/SITE INSPECTION
This entails the inspection of the proposed site/structure by officers from the Ministry of Education to
confirm its suitability prior to the commencement of school activities in the environment. However, approval
Occupancy and Deed of Conveyance and Building Plan Approval must have been previously obtained from
The site inspection shall take place within 3 weeks of submission of the formal application form.
TAKE-OFF PERMIT
After grading (GAPs) Schools that meet the requirements may be issued an interim approval to take off (i.e.
to admit Pupils/Students and begin academic activities). The take off permit will be issued within six weeks
of the inspection while Schools below the Minimum requirements may be advised to discontinue. The take
Once the formal application is received with all relevant documents for the inspection of the infrastructural
facilities and the curriculum delivery policies. Provided everything is in order, and the standard is met, the
approval process is expected to take not more than six (6) months from receipt of all the necessary
information. It is important that all the necessary information is submitted. Please (See section 5.01, 5.02,
5.03) for items that will be inspected once members of the approval team visit a school.
PROVISIONAL APPROVAL
Provisional approval shall be granted by the Honourable Commissioner for Education after a favourable
report from an approval inspection carried out by officers from the relevant
Departments in the Lagos State Ministry of Education. The School owner can thereafter advertise the
existence of the institution to the public. Provisional approval may be granted to a school in its first year of
operation in order to enable the school to grow incrementally, on a year by year basis.
FULL APPROVAL
After series of favourable inspection reports over a period of not less than ten years, the
Honourable Commissioner shall grant a full approval to a School. A Certificate of Full Approval and a Crest
shall be issued to such a School by the Ministry of Education. An approval may be revoked or withdrawn if
APPROVAL CONDITIONS
Following a successful application, the Office of the Honourable Commissioner will issue a
Letter of Approval.
prescribed form, subject to such conditions as the Honourable Commissioner for Education may impose from
time to time.
b) The Honourable Commissioner for Education may revoke, suspend, or withdraw an approval granted if the
c) A proprietor whose School's approval is revoked shall be required to repeat the approval process.
d) An approval granted shall expire on the last day of the year of issue.
e) Renewal shall be granted on payment of the stipulated fees subject satisfactory inspection reports.
f) Any Private School that operates without necessary compliance with the Guidelines may
be classified as illegal and closed down by the Honourable Commissioner for Education.
g) The Honourable Commissioner for Education has the power to enforce the compliance of
Examinations/Continuous Assessment Scores (CAS) and other examinations that may require the attention of
SCHOOL FINANCES
a) Proprietor(s) shall show evidence of financial ability to set up and sustain the demands and costs of
operating the proposed school without any financial embarrassment. This will include the preparation and
b) A proprietor shall operate an account in the name of the School and maintain regular accounts with a
reputable bank. It is an offence to falsify financial records of the School which should be made available on
c) No School is allowed to revise its fees upwards during an academic year. Increase in fees can only be put
d) International Schools that charge fees in foreign currencies shall accept the equivalent in local currency
f) Every approved Private Institution must constitute a Board of Governors and a Parents Teacher Association
i) Schools should designate a qualified social worker for child protection related matters.
ii) Ensure that all staff and students are sensitized on prevention of child abuse.
iii) Schools are to put in place effective policy and structure to tackle suspected cases of child abuse.
iv) Develop effective collaboration with other agencies on prevention of child abuse.
1. Building Structure
i. Purpose built/ Restructured to suit purpose with an Approved Building Plan or rented building with at least
iii. School of the same category must not be situated within 500 meters radius from each other.
iv. The minimum land requirement in standard plots of 60`x 120`(18.29m x 36.58m) for Nursery Schools
shall be one (1) plot while that of the private Primary shall be one (1) plot
i. Library with copies of Lagos State Recommended Text Books suitable for all levels,
iv. Well stocked First Aid Box with a Certified Paramedic or a First Aider and a Weighing Scale.
vii. Head Teacher’s office, and 9 classrooms (3 pre-primary + 6 Primary (8.36 metres by 6.80 metres) Class
ix. A sizeable multi-purpose hall that can be used for indoor games. (Optional)
x. Functional source of Power. ** Private Schools are advised to use terrazzo flooring or tiles for Special
rooms such as ICT Room, Sickbay, Library and Head teacher’s office and in all Nursery classes.
3. Classroom
i. Maximum of 25 pupils in Nursery section with ratio 1:8 (One adult to 8 pupils, one qualified teacher with a
teaching assistant) and 35 with 2 adults, at least one professionally qualified teacher and an assistant in
primary
ii. The minimum dimensions of each classroom shall be 2.4m (height) x 8.4m (length) x 6.8m (width).
iii. A standard classroom should provide an average floor 2 space of 1.2m or metre square per student). A
pro-rata floor space may be applied where classes contain fewer or more students.
iv. The classroom furniture shall include low, round edge tables with single seats adequate in size for the age
of the pupils.
vii. All classrooms shall be well lit and ventilated and shall normally have two doors and four windows.
4. Teacher Quality
ii. Academically and Professionally Head Teacher qualified teachers in all classes with teaching assistants in
iii. Academically and professionally qualified teachers with teaching assistants in all Nursery.
iv. The teacher/pupil ratio shall be 1:25
i. Six (6) toilets with w/c and tiles suitable for all levels indicating clear signs for male and female toilets..
iii. Portable water and wash hand basins in strategic places in the school,
6. Playground
i. Demarcated white, sharp sand filled playground or playground with artificial grass carpet.
7. Safety Measures i. One (1) general and one (1) electrical functional Fire
ii. Safety Signs with safety related instructions affixed on the school wall.
vii. A well plastered fence with a manned gate for security and an opportunity to register at the gate
ix. Bold prints of Vision and Mission statement clearly displayed in the school.
8. Records – Teaching / The following records kept in the school are to be inspected Statutory by officers
xix. School Time Table and Subject Analysis, Programme of Activities(Term Plan)
xxi. A copy of the Education Law- All regulations there under and any amendments thereto.
xxxii. Copies of the current National Policy on Education, State Policy on Education.
i. Painting of all the inner classes and corridors in bright school compound colours with beautiful display
boards.
2018 / 19
Contents
• Introduction
• General Information
• Values,
• Shared responsibilities
• Safeguarding
• An A-Z of information
Introduction
This handbook is written for all members of staff and is designed to support new members of staff to settle
into the school. We hope it will be a useful source of reference and guidance but do not expect it to answer all
your questions. Please do not hesitate to ask for additional information or support from colleagues.
At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE School we believe in the concept of lifelong learning and the
idea that both adults and children learn new things every day.
General Information
Address:
Tel
Fax
Website: www.
Headteacher:
Deputy Headteacher:
Assistant Headteachers:
Be asked. Be answered.
Explored a global school with local roots where teachers challenge you, laugh with you, listen to you and
The UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE Mission Statement “Our main mission is to build the
child for exploit, including bringing out the talents and best aspirations of the individual child, instill into the
child a sense of discipline and responsibility and make the child spiritually and morally upright as well as
- Every learner has a ‘voice’ and that this voice should be listened to and encouraged.
- We must strive always to make learning successful and we can do this best by skilful teaching (having the
highest possible expectations), of a relevant, creative, exciting school curriculum (both in and out of lessons),
We understand that excellent relationships are vital to this happening. We believe we need to develop the
The creative arts are used to provide opportunities for learners to learn how to express themselves, to develop
self-esteem, thinking skills, confidence and a sense of achievement. To enrich this important aspect of the
curriculum we invite creative practitioners to work in school and develop exciting and innovative practice.
Our social enterprise “The UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE entrepreneur center” is located in the
heart of the local community. This “living classroom” provides exceptional opportunities for all learners to
develop their independence skills. It offers a hub for work – related learning. In partnership with
________________ College the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE entrepreneur center enables
extended learning opportunities through the school’s “Learning 4 Work” scheme which is an integral part of
extra-curriculum activities.
We recognise that time in full-time education is limited and precious, and we are duty bound not to waste it.
Our curriculum must be delivered in safe, supportive yet challenging learning environment in which all
members of our school community are valued, respected and enabled to succeed.
Work in partnership with parents and carers, and the wider family
Ensure that all our learners have opportunities to learn and enjoy the wider community.
Recognise that everyone is a learner and that every experience is a learning opportunity
Empower each learner to achieve fulfilled futures.
Our Curriculum
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE provides a curriculum tailored to the learning, emotional,
sensory and physical needs of each young person. This is described as “My Curriculum” (see student’s
handbook).
Dependent on adults
Capable of bringing joy and a sense of worth for those fortunate enough to work with them.
Each learner needs adults who understand them and are able provide the care and support they need. The
majority of young people will make physical and emotional demands that can, on occasions, feel relentless
and overwhelming. At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE there are systems of support, including
the leadership team. It is important that adults are familiar with these supports and make use of them.
The learners at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE don’t care what job an adult does (Head,
caretaker, mid-day assistant or volunteer) they need to be with adults who are able to give of their best
(always).
resilient
understanding
emphatic
generous
forgiving
Team work is essential - in isolation, no one adult is able to meet the complex needs and demands of the
learners at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE, this can only be achieved if all the adults work as
part of a team.
Each learner needs every member of the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE team (cleaners,
caretakers, administration staff, apprentices, teachers, tutors, assistants, coaches, nursery nurses, ) to strive
to always.
Speak through their actions, demonstrating the habits, behaviours, expected of all.
Treat every colleague with the dignity and respect as we would want to be treated
Express our views at the right time and in the right place
These qualities are demonstrated in our words and actions and how we treat one another. Working in a
special school will present stresses and strains that go beyond the vast majority of settings, but can bring
wonderful rewards.
School administrative/management
The Principal is responsible for the well-being of the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE faculty
and staff as well as the growth of the School’s brand. This position includes oversight of the faculty growth,
coordination of the orientation and mentoring of new teachers, and the development of academic programs in
the School. He/she is responsible for the administration of the School and for the direction of all of the
School’s programs. In the event of the Principal’s temporary absence, the Head of Department or Chief
Operating Officer may be called upon to assume the Principal’s responsibilities for the duration of the
absence.
The Dean of Students provides on-site spiritual, emotional, and disciplinary support.
School Secretaries
School Secretaries are responsible for collecting tuition payments, maintaining student records, and
responding to questions from parents and others who inquire about UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE. As shown in the diagram above, school secretaries report primarily to the Chief Operating
Officer, although each building Principal may provide oversight of their work and give them directives from
Head Teachers
The Head Teachers implement the School’s curriculum. They are primarily responsible for communication
with their students’ families and for all assessments and school reports. They are responsible for reporting
their students’ progress to their colleagues and administration. Head teachers are responsible for the day-to-
Assistant Teachers
Assistant Teachers are responsible for classroom maintenance during school hours. Under the guidance of
their head teacher, they work with small groups of children. They assist with class prep work and the daily
classroom set-up.
Custodial Staff
The Custodial Staff ensure that the School’s premises are clean and safe to facilitate a positive learning and
working environment.
• Everyone hears
• Everyone is responsible
• Learning support assistants greet learners and ensure they are safely assisted to their classes.
• Teachers and assistants have a discretionary break of not more than 15 minutes during the morning.
• Learners eat in their various classes to be monitored by the teacher or other settings.
• Special arrangements are made for learners that need to eat in different locations.
• Teachers and assistants must ensure that learners are taken to their home/school transport or parent.
• All learners should have safely left the school site by 5.30pm.
• Staff meeting are held on Sunday for Arabic section (2.00 – 3.00)
An A-Z of Information
All UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE employees are expected to begin work promptly at the start time
for their respective positions. When possible, appointments should be scheduled outside of working hours.
In the rare event that you are late, you should notify your immediate supervisor/management in advance as
much as possible. If you will be absent, you must notify your immediate supervisor at least 24 hours before
the absence.
All notifications of absence or lateness must be directly between you and your supervisor/management. Do
not ask friends or relatives to call on your behalf, and do not leave messages with co-workers.
Time Records
The attendance of all employees is recorded daily and submitted to the management. Attendance records
are UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE records, and care must be exercised in recording the hours worked
All employees must record the time they arrived and departed each day on through the timekeeping system
used by UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE. Each employee is responsible only for his/her own
Employees should begin work immediately after clocking or signing in. Failure to do so is considered
ARRIVAL STANDARD
Minimum of 2 staff (duty master/mistress) should be at the gate to receive pupils at arrival and
The staff should check the neatness of the pupils before allowing the in.
They should also ensure that the children are well dressed.
Sporting activities (minor) should be designed and organized for pupils who arrive before assembly
Parents who bring their children early should be given motivate words.
Absence – learners
reason
letter/card.
Record the telephone notification of absence. If notification is not received via telephone/in writing by
10am on the first day of absence. School will ring parent/carer and record the outcome of the call.
Write to parents/carers requesting a reason for absence if it has not been provided.
Due to the physical and emotional needs of the learners at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE
School a high priority is placed on ensuring that staff are covered when absent. Most covers are arranged
between 7.00 to 7.45 so it is vital that you notify the school of your absence as soon as possible.
Absence Line:
All staff must use this number and only this number to inform the school when they are to be absent from
work.
AS’s must inform the school of an absence no later than 10.30 am) using only the dedicated number.
AS Absence: .
Behaviour Support
Behaviour must be managed with sensitivity and professionalism. Staff should constantly re-examine and
reflect upon their own values, attitudes, behaviours and professional training in order to appreciate the
Staff need to be familiar with clear guidelines and strategies eg. learner behaviour, support and management
plans, to help maintain positive behaviour and discourage unwanted behaviour when it occurs. Staff should
be familiar with the Behaviour Support Policy, a copy of which is available in the office and on the school
website.
All class staff at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE School will receive training. This provides
guidance for assessment of harm, planning for, monitoring as well as physically supporting young people.
Breaks
Staffs are entitled to a break. However, this must not be more than 15 minutes out of the classroom / teaching
situation
Chewing gum
Chewing gum is not permitted during school day (unless part of a process relating to giving up smoking – and
All classes should have a session each day for reflection. There is an assembly each Friday afternoon and at
the end of each term. A Primary Department assembly takes place on a Monday morning at 9.30 as well as a
Secondary Assembly each Thursday morning at 10.00. And note that all the students still maintain the normal
ASSEMBLY STANDARD
Every teacher must arraign his/her class on the assembly ground non-compliance will be queried
The secretary is expected to get and submit the number of late coming before the end of each
month.
‘’a token of #500 will be deducted from the monthly salary of who so ever comes late for up to three times
or more in a month, and would attract a query if found re-occurring in subsequent month’’.
Community Links
The school has strong links with other schools, nurseries, colleges, associations, community groups and
businesses. Opportunities to develop further links are always welcomed. If you have any details or
suggestions for developing links please discuss these with the Head teacher.
Assessments
Assessment is an integral part of learning and teaching. It helps to provide a picture of a child’s progress and
achievements and to identify next steps in learning. Teachers will use a range of assessments to assess the
different types of achievement across the curriculum. All assessments provide information about pupil
progress and the effectiveness of learning and teaching, and help to inform future planning.
ASSESSMENT STANDARD
TEST ‘’3 C A test should be administered in a term’’
Nursery; minimum of 5 questions for each C A comprising of
I. Multiple choice with one key and two distracters
II. Cross match
III. Fill in the blank
IV. Alternate reasons (true /false or yes /no )
Primary; 4-5 theory questions
I. minimum of 10 questions for each C A comprising of
II. Multiple choice with three distracters
III. Cross match
IV. Fill in the blank
V. Alternate reasons (true /false or yes /no )
VI. Total marks of 20 for each C.A
Junior sec. (J.S.S) 4-5 theory questions
I. minimum of 20 questions for each C A comprising of
II. Multiple choice with three distracters
III. Fill in the blank
IV. Alternate reasons (true /false or yes /no )
V. Total marks of 20 for each C.A
S.S Class4-5 theory questions/objective questions
I. Total marks of 20 for each C.A
NOTE:- The teacher has the right to assess the students on HIS/HER own discretion
EXAMS;
Nursery 10 for pre nursery
20 objective question comprising
I. Multiple choice with three distracters
II. Cross match
III. Fill in the blank
IV. Alternate reasons (true /false or yes /no ) ( 2 marks each )
Lower primary
20 objective questions (1 marks each)
5 fill in the blanks (1 marks each)
4 theory answer 3 (5 marks each)
Upper primary
25 objective questions (1 marks each)
5 theory answer 3 (5 marks each)
No one (1) is compulsory (15 marks each)
Other two (2) questions (10 marks each)
J.S.S Classes
25 objective questions (1 marks each)
5 theory answer 3 (5 marks each)
S.S Classes
50 objective questions (1/2 marks each)
5 theory answer 3 (5 marks each)
No one (1) is compulsory (15 marks each)
Other two (2) questions (10 marks each)
The teachers should ensure that all the exams question cut across the prepared curriculum of the
school and to include practical (if any) or necessary.
Nature of the questions for upper primary and secondary
English language (upper primary and secondary)
Objective question in form of:
Cut across the prepared curriculum of the school
Section “A” compulsory
Letter writing in the form of:
Formal letter
Informal letter
Semi-formal letter
Essay writing
Narrative (story telling)
Descriptive (describing an event)
Argumentative (debate)
Expository
Section “B”
Comprehension passage
Section “C”
Cut across other topics in the prepared curriculum
Other subjects (like mathematics, business studies, civic education etc.)
Questions one (1) compulsory
a._______________
b._______________
c._______________
d._______________
Other questions 2 to 5
Must cut across other topics in the prepared curriculum
Curriculum
At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE School we provide a personalised curriculum, which places
each young person at the centre of everything we do. (See student’s handbook).
Data Protection
Care must be taken in the use of confidential material, photos / images of learners, personal data. In
particular:
When using computers, staff must ensure that confidential material cannot be read by an unauthorised
person.
Confidential material must be saved on the school’s hard drives not individual / personal computers.
Delete files that are no longer of use
Take all reasonable precautions to ensure that memory sticks cannot be lost
Computers must be logged off at the end of use to prevent unauthorized access.
Photos / images of learners must not be used on social media (see e-safety and data protection policy)
Debrief Team
At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE it is recognized that staff need the opportunity to talk
through issues, let off steam and discuss next steps. Our debrief team of staff offer this important service. The
Dress Code
Clothing worn for school should be clean, tidy and appropriate, and suitable for the activities being
undertaken. Jewellery worn, staff should take account of the situations likely to be encountered, particularly
the fact that learners may grab dangling and prominent items.
Clothing should be worn that maintains staff dignity & does not cause embarrassment to others.most
importantly the female staffs should only wear those dress that do not reveal any part of their body to the
school.
Dismissals
Every UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE employee has the status of "employee-at-will," meaning
that no one has a contractual right, express or implied, to remain in UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
employment, or an employee may terminate his/her employment, without cause, and with or without notice,
at any time for any reason. No supervisor or other representative of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE (except the Director) has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any
E-Safety
Staff must take care when using social media and ensure that they do not bring themselves or the school into
disrepute. Staff must not share photos / images of learners on social media or discuss the school (See e-safety
policy).
Electrical Safety
All staff should monitor the condition of plugs, cables and electrical equipment and shall report to the
Technician any damaged electrical equipment or wiring. The technician is responsible for arranging repairs to
Any electrical items brought into school must be reported to the technician for testing prior to use.
The use of multi-adaptors is to be avoided, as is the use of extension leads unless they are fully unwound and
correctly protected. The school encourages staff and learners to conserve energy at all times. All appliances
Emergency Procedures
In order for staff to summon help we recommend you save the number into your phone in case of emergency.
Equality
staff believed to be against the spirit of equal opportunities whether for reasons of age, disability, ethnic
origin, gender, religion or sexual orientation will be unacceptable and should be brought to the attention of
Any violation of the policies enumerated in this Handbook or other employee misconduct may subject an
employee to disciplinary action, as outlined below. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE reserves the
right to forego these disciplinary procedures and to discharge or reassign employees immediately dependent
attention to the existing performance, conduct, or attendance issue. The supervisor/management should
discuss with the employee the nature of the problem or the violation of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE policies and procedures. The supervisor/ management is expected to clearly describe expectations
and steps the employee must take to improve performance or resolve the problem. Bringing the matter to the
staff member's attention is often enough to prompt him or her to correct it willingly.
If a private, informal discussion with the employee does not result in corrective action, the immediate
supervisor should meet again with the employee and review the problem; permit the employee to present
his/her views on the problem; and advise the employee that the problem must be corrected and that failure to
If the employee fails to alter his/her behavior after an oral warning, the immediate supervisor should meet
with the employee in private and once again discuss the need for remediation and the possibility of
termination. The supervisor should issue a written warning (signed by the supervisor and the employee) to the
employee and place a copy in the employee’s personnel file. If the employee refuses to sign, a copy of the
written warning will still be placed in the employee’s file with a notation of the employee’s refusal to sign.
There may be performance, conduct, or safety incidents so problematic and harmful that the most effective
action may be the temporary removal of the employee from the workplace. When immediate action is
necessary to ensure the safety of the employee or others, the immediate supervisor may suspend the employee
Step 5: Dismissal
In general, dismissal is recommended only when the employee does not respond to one or more of the above
steps. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the School reserves the right to discharge any employee immediately,
or to otherwise modify or omit any one or more steps in the disciplinary procedure, in its sole discretion.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE reserves the right in its sole discretion to determine the
Immediate Dismissals/Misconduct
Any employee whose conduct, actions, or performance violates or conflicts with UNIQUE ISLAAMIC
The following are some examples of grounds for immediate dismissal of an employee:
Conviction of a felony
Gross negligence
Insubordination
Undue and unauthorized absence from duty during regularly scheduled work hours
Larceny or unauthorized possession of, or the use of, property belonging to any co-worker, visitor, or
Unauthorized possession, use or copying of any records that are the property of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC
SCIENCE COLLEGE
Unauthorized posting or removal of notices from bulletin boards
Marring, defacing or other willful destruction of any supplies, equipment or property of UNIQUE
Failure to call or directly contact your supervisor when you will be late or absent from work
Theft
Gambling, conducting games of chance or possession of such devices on the premises or during work
hours
Sleeping on duty
This list is intended to be representative of the types of activities that may result in dismissal. It is not
intended to be comprehensive and does not change the employment-at-will relationship between any
In the event of a dismissal, all benefits end on the last day of employment. Departing employees are required
to return all UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE property (e.g., teachers’ manuals, tools, keys, etc.)
to the immediate supervisor in substantially the same condition in which it was received, normal wear and
tear expected.
First Aid
School has a named qualified person who co-ordinates a team of first aiders.
Injuries to staff should be treated by a qualified first aider. First aid boxes are also available in minibuses, and
Minor injuries to learners should be cleaned using antiseptic wipe and left exposed to air.
Parents and/or guardians must be informed. Any member of staff accompanying a child to hospital should
take learner information sheets, available from each classroom and the admin office. If there is an emergency
with the child the school alarm system can be used to summon help from the school nurse.
If a child has an epileptic seizure they should, if possible, the area around the learner should be made safe and
they are in a comfortable position. Any clothing should be loosened around the neck. Staff will stay with the
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE has extended the range of learning opportunities offered,
through establishing a community based facility that develops vocational, self-help and travel training skills.
The UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE entrepreneur center is a centre from which extended
work experience can be provided and supported by specialist staff. Such opportunities will be tailored to each
The facility also seeks to offer the opportunity to extend learning beyond the academic year and academic
day, as well as beyond the age of 19 years. This community based resource provides an alternative to the
traditional classroom environment, which is not always suitable for young people who encounter particular
The resource is described as “a living classroom” and seeks to extend learning opportunities for young people
Integrated tailoring for student, kitchen, where students can prepare meals, including computers workshop,
All staff in school has a personal responsibility for the health and safety of themselves, their colleagues,
learners and visitors. Our learners are especially vulnerable and staffs need to be constantly alert for possible
sources of danger. It is also the duty of every member of staff to report any unsafe conditions to the Head
teacher.
Each member of staff has a responsibility for drawing the Head teacher’s attention to their own personal
needs for training and for not undertaking duties unless they are confident that they have the necessary
competence. All staff have some health & safety responsibility and will be expected to have knowledge on
what to do if an accident or incident occurs, know the fire and first aid procedures and understand the basics
Home/School Transport
Home/School transport is arranged by the Local Authority. If any child leaves the school during the school
day please write their name on the board by the main office.
All classroom assistants must be available to escort their class learners from the buses at 8.50am. All buses
are numbered and a list of learners on each bus supplied. An up to date list is available at school office desk.
Staff should check that children are safely positioned in the bus for home/school transport, that wheelchair
clamps are in place and that loose items of equipment are secure. If there are any problems the member of
The school will provide each bus with information about each learner, stating any significant features about
that child which would be relevant for the time spent on the bus. No learner should be allowed to eat on the
important consideration.
In addition, learning objectives and strategies are shared at consultation meetings to assist parents and carers
Nursery;- daily Math’s and English (while swapping with either of phonics coloring, health science
Friday ( activities)
‘’teachers must guide learners sufficiently on how to carry out the home work to avoid the parents
Illness (learners)
If a member of staff is concerned about the health of a child, they should consult the school management or in
The school management will assess, and then make arrangements for the child and telephone parents if the
child needs to be collected. Only the management or a senior member of staff should call the parent / carer.
Illness (staff)
If a member of staff feels ill during the day, they should inform a colleague. If they are not able to continue
working they must ensure that the head teacher has been informed.
Links with Parents
We consider contact with parents to be a vital part of the work at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE School.
Home/School notebooks/circular are a key means of communication but as time to write the notebook on a
daily basis might be limited, teachers may wish to discuss with parents items to be included. Teachers can
Items of a personal or confidential nature should not be included in these books and the Head teacher should
be consulted over these items. Wherever possible, learners should be expected to look after their own
notebooks or have them in their school bag, and not rely on the escort to carry them.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE’s policies include details of entitlements to maternity or paternity
leave from work and further information may be acquired from the management.
Compassionate leave
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE’s recognizes that employees do face difficult personal situations where
they may require time off to support their family or close relatives. Please speak to the management to
Mobile phones
The school allows staff to bring in personal mobile phones and devices for their own use. The school is not
responsible for the loss, damage or theft of any personal mobile device. Personal mobile phones should be
switched off, or placed on silent, during work times – unless specific arrangements have been agreed with the
management. Staff should take care when calling parents / carers on their personal mobile phones and where
Medication
Every class teacher and teaching assistant should be familiar with the medical needs of each learner in their
group in order to reduce the factors that could trigger their condition.
If the child is out of school on an educational visit, the class teacher or responsible adult according to
Parents, Staff & Friends Association of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE (PSFA)
The PSFA is a registered charity (279369) and supports the work of the whole school providing resources and
opportunities that are regarded as being beyond the scope of the LA.
Personal Injury
The behaviour of some of our learners can sometimes be unpredictable and challenging and some learners do
It is important that staff consider their own safety and that of others at all times.
Learner behaviour should be considered when completing and communicating risk assessments.
In the event of a sustaining injury at work it is essential that it is recorded on the day of the incident in the
In the event of someone being bitten, and the skin broken, the person must seek treatment from appropriate
The Head is responsible for notifying the LA and the Health and Safety Executive if required.
Play
Play offers opportunities for every child to learn, form relationships and have fun.
Most learners at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE do not know how to play – we have to teach
them by our example. Throughout each play session staffs need to focus on and engage with all learners.
Whether on the playground or field, each member of staff is part of a wider team.
Everyone shares the responsibility for the wellbeing and enjoyment of each learner - not just those who are in
the class with whom they are allocated. All staff should use their initiative and take the lead to organising
Playground Supervision
External play equipment should only be used when supervised. Staff should check equipment before use for
Staff must ensure the safety of learners and must be vigilant when supervising in the playground, positioning
No child should be sent to or left in the main playground unsupervised. Staff should engage learners to
• Learners sliding down into another person at the bottom of the double slide.
An accident is regarded as a non-deliberate event. All deliberate events are regarded as incidents (see
reporting / recording of incidents). All accidents to staff must be recorded in the accident book. This
document is a kept in the Head’s office. Staff can access this at any time.
When so many people are working with learners who have such complex needs, in inadequate and cramped
In order to support colleagues to resolve issues and disputes in a professional manner a structure has been put
in place.
In the event of a colleague feeling aggrieved, angry, concerned or upset they can choose to: Inform their class
The decision as to who to inform is up to the individual but it is important that the person who has a concern
All employees planning to leave the employ of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE are requested to
give written notice before departing. Principals should give notice of at least two (2) months; teachers should
give notice of at least one (1) month; all other employees should give notice of at least two (2) weeks.
In some instances, management may determine that the resignation should take effect immediately. In that
case, the employee will receive compensation for any work performed following the notice of termination
Departing employees are required to return all UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE property (e.g.,
teachers’ manuals, tools, keys, etc.) to the immediate supervisor in substantially the same condition in which
Children who are related to UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE employees by blood or marriage
attending both school and the Arabic section are eligible for discounts on tuition. The base rate of the
discount is twenty (20) percent, and this rate increases by two (2) percent for every year of service the
employee renders to the School until the discount reaches the cap of fifty (50) percent. Once the fifty (50)
percent cap is reached, the discount continues at that rate for as long as the employee remains employed by
the School. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE reserves the right to vary from this policy on a case-
The teacher exploring this option should NOTE that at least 70% of the fees payable should be cleared before
resumption while the balance of 30% settled on or before the third week of each term
The School day at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE ends at 2:00 p.m. while the Arabic section
ends by 5:30 p.m. when classes are dismissed. Teachers should remain on the premises with their classes for
afterschool class, whether or not they participate in after school in the case of conventional, while if it happen
to be Arabic section they should be escorted by their teachers to the security. The security/teacher should
report the names of any children who do not participate in afterschool( Arabic) but have been brought to their
classes to the School secretary. The School secretary should contact the parents/guardians of these children to
remind them that pick-up is at 2:15/30 p.m in the case of conventional while 5:45/6:00 in cast of Arabic
section. And that they will be subject to a fee for late pick-up.
At 6:00 p.m., the School is closed to all students. Any children who have not been picked up by this time will
The orderly and efficient operations of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE require that employees
maintain proper standards of conduct at all times. Employees must maintain proper standards of conduct
toward their work, their co-workers, or UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE’ students and their
parents or guardians.
Complaint Procedure
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE employees are encouraged to bring their complaints in writing
to the management. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE will give careful consideration to each of
these in a continuing effort to improve relations with employees. Employees may be sure that their
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE strongly believes that all employees should be treated with
dignity and respect. Acts of violence will not be tolerated. Any instances of violence must be reported to the
Principal/Management. All complaints will be fully investigated, and UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE has adopted a policy that prohibits smoking of any kind on all
parts of its property. Furthermore, the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, sale, purchase, or
use of a controlled substance on all parts of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE property is
prohibited.
Employment Eligibility
In order to be eligible for employment with UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE, prospective
employees must provide the following along with an application for employment:
Official copies of their educational records (official transcripts, diploma, State teaching licenses, etc.); and
Before a permanent offer of employment is made to any employees who will have contact with
children, UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE will conduct a thorough background check that
includes contacting references, searching criminal records, and completing a review through reliable
source. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE may make conditional offers of employment to
new employees before the background check process is completed, subject to the findings of the
background check.
Employee Categories
As used in this Handbook, employees are those who perform compensated work for UNIQUE ISLAAMIC
SCIENCE COLLEGE in any capacity other than as independent contractors. Each employee’s job
description will clarify the category into which the respective position falls under this rubric.
Full-Time Employees
Part-time employees are classified as exempt or non-exempt and work a regular schedule of 20 to 35 hours
per week. It is not a common practice of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE to employ persons on
a part-time basis.
Temporary Employees
A temporary employee is hired for a specified project or time frame and works an irregular schedule of less
Personnel Records
To keep necessary UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE records up-to-date, it is extremely important
Name;
Marital status;
Mailing address;
E-mail address;
Telephone number;
This is a week of professional development and planning, and all UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE employees are required to report to work Monday through Friday of this week in preparation for
the upcoming school year. Following this week of preparation, employees return to work the subsequent
days as indicated on the School calendar. Participation in professional development is mandatory for every
School employee, and on a professional development day each School employee should report to work as
they normally would—despite the fact that the School is closed to students.
Workweek
Because of the nature of education, work schedules may vary depending on the position. However, the
standard workweek is at least 35 hours for each UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE employee.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE is open from 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday for
both section while 8:00 am 2:00pm, Saturday and Sunday Arabic section. Employees with questions
regarding their work hours should consult their job descriptions or the management. All employees must
notify their immediate supervisor if they must leave the building during the school day.
In addition, teaching staff are expected to be available for parent-teacher conferences, and other events which
occur outside of normal working hours as may be determined by the Principal or the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC
SCIENCE COLLEGE Executive Office. Hourly workers are strongly encouraged, but not required, to attend
parent-teacher conferences, and other after-work UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE events as they
promote unity and cohesiveness among the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE staff. However;
since their attendance is voluntary, hourly workers will not be compensated for participation in these events.
Safety during Curriculum Activities
Staff should be aware of the Health & Safety policy provisions particularly relating to science, Physical and
Health Education.
Staff taking children out of the school grounds should be sure that risk assessments have been completed
before taking learners off site. Staff should also bear in mind the following points:
• Learner’s physical safety must be given priority over all other considerations.
• The behaviour of learners cannot always be predicted. Staff must keep each child in view; no child should
be left to trail behind where they cannot be observed by staff, especially when near a road.
1. Learners should never be left unsupervised (unless agreed with parents as part of an independence training
programme).
2. If faced with a difficult parent in the classroom, staff should ask them to see the Head teacher. If they
3. Learners are not allowed to use the staple gun; guillotine; glue guns.
5. Heavy items of equipment should not be moved by learners unless an adult is supervising.
9. Staff should position themselves around the playground to allow for maximum supervision.
10. Learners and staff must not carry open cups of hot/cold drinks around the school.
Teachers should observe very well and be conscious to avoid pupils being cheated by others
Teacher should go round to guide learners very during class activity and mark.
Teacher should drill learners very well to retain learnt-concept.
School Fund
Any monies collected for outings/activities etc. must be passed to the school office for recording in the school
funds.
School Resources
Stationery is kept in stock cupboards near the school office and courtyard. Please use items as required but
advise person responsible for ordering if stock is running low. Subject leaders are responsible for ordering
equipment and organizing storage for their subject equipment. Please check with the subject leader where
resources are stored. Any items borrowed should be returned and stored tidily after use. An interactive
No equipment should be removed from school premises without prior approval and recording of the loan.
Security
Entrance to the school is carefully controlled and monitored. Visitors are required to sign in and receive a
temporary pass. It is staff responsibility to record when they exit the building during the school day.
All items of significant value will be security marked and recorded in the school asset register. Users of
dangerous or high value items shall be responsible for securing them on completion of use.
There are combination padlocks around school grounds. The code numbers may change, please ask in the
No one should be on site without permission and staff should be aware of unidentified people around the
school and be prepared to challenge them or report their presence to the Head teacher.
It is impossible to have one policy to cover the wide range of potential adverse weather conditions that may
affect our school. However, the factors that will inform decisions are clear.
1. The safety and welfare of learners, staff, other professionals, parents and visitors
2. Responsibility to provide an education service
The Head teacher is responsible for the decision as to whether the school should close due to severe weather
conditions. This decision is made in consultation with members of the Leadership and site team. In the event
of a closure the Head must inform the Chair of Governors. The decision to close the school will be
communicated via:
1 Parent Mail,
The speech & language therapist will advise on specific communication difficulties, provide care plans for
Staff are expected to make alternative arrangements for the care of their own child in the event of their child’s
school having a planned closure or not going for one reason or the other. These guidelines seek to ensure the
Staffs are only able to bring their child into school at the discretion of a member of the Senior
Staff must gain permission from a member of SLT before they bring their child into school.
Staff must ensure that their child is under their supervision at all times
Staff must ensure that they are still able to fully fulfil their working duties when their child is with
them.
Staff must ensure that their child does not go into the staff room.
Staff must ensure that their child does not attend briefing meetings (and they should wait with their
child than others and this will inform the decision of the member of staff. Only under exceptional
circumstances can a member of staff bring more than one child at a time into school.
Only under exceptional circumstances would a child under the age of 5 be permitted to be in school for the
whole day.
Staff Meetings
Class team meetings are held each Thursday from 1.30 – 2.00. Teachers, tutors and nursery nurses have
scheduled meetings each Friday from 11.00 to 11.30 pm, and attend school briefings 2 mornings per week at
8.35am. Extended staff meetings for assistants maybe arranged with at least 4 weeks’ notice.
Staff Room
The staffroom is for everyone, whatever their role. Students and visitors may use the staff room. Learners
from secondary schools undertaking work - experience placements should have their dinner / breaks with our
learners; children of staff visiting the school (under the age of 16) should remain with their parent and not
In our staffroom there is sympathy for colleagues with work or family problems, congratulations when things
have gone well and a good blend of serious educational discussion. Students on college placement are
allowed to use the staff room. Learners under the age of 16 on work experience should remain with their
allocated class throughout the day, and eat their lunch with their class.
Tattoos
Facial tattoos, tattoos that are racially or politically provocative, as well as tattoos that are sexually explicit
not permitted.
Visitors
The school welcomes visitors. Every visitor is required to sign in when they arrive at school, wear a visitor
badge at all times and sign out when they leave the premises. They will also be given information regarding
emergency procedures.
Members of staff should inform the secretaries if they are expecting visitors and write details in the school
diary. They will be given a lanyard to wear. Green = we have seen a valid DBS - Red = they should be
Student Handbook
NURSERY& PRIMARY
Mission Statement
Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our pupils, inspire and reward them and gain complete
confidence of the parents who entrust us with the upbringing of their children.
Vision
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE Schools will be excellent institutions of learning, providing a
conducive environment for children ages to reach their full potentials intellectually, socially, morally and
physically. UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE Schools will be known for excellent and all round
academic achievement and will therefore become a parent’s first choice in early learning and primary
Mission Statement
• To develop excellence in every aspect of our students’ lives: academically, mentally, physically,
• To educate our students holistically in an environment that will allow them to reach their full potential.
•To encourage our students to be proud Nigerian citizens with a love for God and country
Vision
Educating the future of Nigeria in a school that will continue a tradition of excellence in every facet of our
students’ lives
Core Values
Be asked. Be answered.
Explored a global school with local roots where teachers challenge you, laugh with you, listen to you, and
Academics
Our admissions policy is strictly guided by our mission statement. All applicants are appraised on set
Admission to the Kindergaton and Play group is determined by age and through an assessment of the pupil.
Child must be between the ages 1 and half + and 3years old.
Admission to Nursery
Admission to Nursery is determined by the age and through an assessment of the applicant’s readiness for the
Admission to Basic 1
Admission to first grade is determined by age, readiness for the class curriculum through admissions
Admission to basics 2 - 6
Admission to the Basic 2 to 6 is based on previous school records and our admissions assessment results.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE has the right to place pupils in appropriate Class based on
Admission to our JSS 1 to JSS3 is based on previous school records and UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
Students who have attended a secondary school with a similar curriculum will generally be placed in a higher
class given successful completion of the last class and successful completion of UNIQUE ISLAAMIC
Senior School students in SS1 to SS3 must have successfully completed the National Junior School
certification exam, demonstrate proficiency in core subjects as applicable to the faculty of interest ( Science,
Social Sciences or Arts) and passed the UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE entrance assessment.
The Principal or Head Teacher will determine credit allocation, appropriate grade and class placement for
students coming from schools with a different academic calendar and grading system. Minimum academic
Nursery School
Resumption Time
7.45 a.m.
Closing Times
Break Time
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Physical Education
Activity day:
Friday
Extra-curricular Activities
1-2p.m.
Resumption Time
7.45 a.m.
Closing Times
Extra-curricular Activities
Break Time
Physical Education
Year 1 - Monday
Year 2 - Wednesday
Year 3 - Monday
Year 4 - Friday
Year 5 - Monday
Year 6 - Friday
Resumption Time
Closing Times
Extra-curricular Activities
Break Time
Year 7 - Fridays
Year 8 - Thursdays
Year 9 - Wednesdays
Year 10 - Mondays
Year 11 -Tuesdays
Year 12 -Tuesdays
All pupils must wear the complete school P.E. uniform on P.E. and Inter-house Sport Days
Attendance/Absence
It is essential that your child is present every school day and arrives on time to take part in all of the various
activities. If your child is going to be absent, please inform the head of the section –
Assessments
Assessment is an integral part of learning and teaching. It helps to provide a picture of a child’s progress and
achievements and to identify next steps in learning. Teachers will use a range of assessments to assess the
different types of achievement across the curriculum. All assessments provide information about pupil
progress and the effectiveness of learning and teaching, and help to inform future planning. (see staff
handbook)
Code of Conduct
We all are aware that every home, church, mosque, government or any other institution has standards
and guidelines designed to accomplish its goal. in sports there are rules and regulations: and restrictions
are placed on its participants to ensure a successful game. our nation has laws and guidelines essential to
successful living in a democracy. in every learning institution there also ought to exist standards and
guidelines for the successful accomplishment of the institution’s purpose to produce disciplined men and
i. Every student is expected to be loyal to the school and be good conduct in order to uphold the
ii. Students are expected to be in school before 7:30am, since the assembly shall commence by
iii. Students are expected to dress in the regular school uniform from Monday to Friday during school
hours and outings. improper dressing (wearing of tight uniform and bathroom sanders / slippers) to
iv. All students should be punctual at all school activities and class lessons. absentees without permission
v. All boys must be clean – haven. they are not allowed to jerry curl or make hairstyles other than low
vi. No students are allowed to go outside the school compound immediately school resumes except
vii. Students are expected to always keep their environment and classroom clean and free from noise
viii. Willful destruction of school property or other private property is very grave offence punishable by
suspension or expulsion.
ix. Painting of nails, lips and drawing of tattoo on the palms by the girls are forbidden
x. No birthday parties will be allowed in the school and no student should be found celebrating it in the
school.
xi. Visitors are not allowed during school periods except special permit is granted by the principal.
xii. Students are expected to obey school authority e.g. principal, teachers and prefects no act of
xiii. No musical instrument, radio, cassette players, telephones, MPs, etc. should be played in the
classroom or seen with a student during school period. a breach of this rule would result to the
xiv. No student should be found in possession of any dangerous object, which could be harmful to others.
xv. The use of vulgar language and vernacular is prohibited in the school compound, any student with
xvi. Students should not be found with large sum of money above 500. students who keep large sum of
xvii. Display of disgraceful behavior while in school uniform outside the school compound is strictly
frowned at
xix. We expect that every student of the school strictly adheres these rules as failure to comply with them
xx. This rules and regulations may be changed from time to time as found necessary.
xxi. Students suffering from any contagious illness/severed fever are enjoin to stay with their parents at
home for proper treatment until he/she gets better. once student is in the school they will not be
xxiii. Pupils are always to give right of way to teachers and adults at all times.
xxv. Pupils are required to greet all visitors and offer them assistance if needed.
xxvii. No pupil may leave the school premises without the Head’s permission.
xxviii. Absentee notes must be brought when a pupil is absent from school.
xxix. No eating or drinking during class time is allowed.
xxxiv. Theft or the unauthorised removal of school or other people’s property will not be tolerated.
xxxv. Pupils are to behave with the same decorum when off the school compound.
xxxviii. Pupils are to stand when addressing teachers or other adults and boys are to refrain from having their
xxxix. The Head of Schools or her proxy reserves the right to expel, suspend or punish a pupil who violates the
7. Pupil should put-on proper school uniforms, socks and sandals as improper dress will be seized.
8. Pupil should come to school as earlier as 7:30am pupil should roughen of tear his/her books.
12. On the prayer ground before the prayer, pupil is to chant the azkars instead of noise.
13. After prayers, pupils are expected to go to their various islamiyya classes and not roam-about.
Rules and Regulations in Nursery Classes
1. Come to school with proper uniform, socks and sandals as offender will be dearly punished and
2. Noise making is not allowed within and outside the classroom as offenders will be dealt with.
3. Means of communication in the class and school environment is English. as vernacular speakers
5. Three lashes of cane in the palm are to be given to pupils who fail to do their homework.
Failure to abide by these rules and regulations stated above could result to the following
1. punished
2. suspension
3. sent home
4. withdraw
5. expulsion
Communication
Communication between the school and parents is fundamental to your child achieving success at school. We
understand the importance of regular communication and aim to keep in contact with you in a number of
ways:
ii. Reading records (which are issued to all pupils) where comments are written,
iii. Parent consultation meetings, which are a vital part of keeping you informed, as well as to help us
The following laid down procedures are applied in selecting aspirants for the available prefectship positions
Punctuality
Service
Self-motivation
Academic performance
Throughout the year, the electoral committee (which consists of members of staff), the principal and the
Selection Procedure
Students are informed and invited to apply for their aspiring positions using the nomination form
The submission of the completed nomination form to the electoral committee chairperson on an agreed date
A copy of nominees’ (aspirants’) list will be given to each member of staff for an opinion poll. Teachers
indicate their support for an aspirant by ticking YES/NO/INDIFFERENT as applicable to the aspirant on the
The teachers’ vote reflects the teachers’ observation of the aspirant’s previous ONE/TWO year(s) behaviour
The electoral committee, the principal and the management team then collate the result to reach a consensus
on final decision
It is possible that an aspirant’s name will be removed if the above stated criteria are not met
The qualified candidates are then screened by the electoral committee (using oral interview and tasking the
aspirants on leadership skills) to ascertain their fitness in all ramification for their aspired post
A day is set aside for the manifesto of each aspirant. This is witnessed by the entire school populace
Conduction of election into the various available positions. This is also witnessed by the entire school
populace
Conduction of leadership orientation and training program for the elected prefects. This is mainly to
sharpen the elected prefects’ leadership skills and to induce their response to the ability in their inside which
will invariably culminate into a positive influence on their peer students. In addition, they will be able to
guide their fellow students on the best practices in terms of moral upbringing and educational pursuit.
Finally, the swearing- in – program/ decoration of the elected prefects is scheduled. The parents of the elected
Parent/Teacher meetings
Although there are many ‘organised’ ways of us keeping you informed, we know that parents often wish to
contact the school at other times. We welcome this and are proud of our reputation for being readily available
to all parents. Please speak to your child’s class teacher directly or speak to any of the Heads. Our doors are
ALWAYS open.
Complaints
Any complaint made by parents or others will be taken seriously investigated and dealt with.
Damage
Damage to School property is chargeable to the pupil who is found to have caused it. The scale of payments
Discipline
It is the School’s policy to encourage good behaviour at all times, and promote mutual respect and good
manners amongst all those who live and work on the School site. To emphasize this all pupils are expected to
1. Pupils are expected to be quiet while entering the hall for assemblies. There is to be no talking during
assembly time. Pupils who talk will be pulled out of their row and made to stand facing the wall for
2. No late coming of any kind will be tolerated. School begins at 7:45am. Pupils arriving after 8:30am
will be asked to wait outside and will not be permitted to join the assembly.
Their names will be written in the Late Arrivals book and parents will be contacted should punctuality not
improve.
3. Should a pupil fail to submit their homework to teachers on three (3) occasions, that pupil will serve a
4. Pupils who are found guilty of bullying, hitting, kicking or verbal attack of another pupil, will serve
detention on Friday.
7. Any cheating during test or exam sessions will be treated with great severity and if a pupil is found
guilty after investigation they could be suspended or excluded from UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE
COLLEGE School.
8. Pupils who are found guilty of continual misconduct will serve a punishment according to the nature
and severity of such misconduct. In all cases the Head of Schools will decide upon punishment and
9. The class teacher will decide upon individual punishments for misconduct within the class. Pupils
may be made to kneel for a period of time should they disobey a direct instruction or display unruly
behaviour.
From time to time, new rules may be added to the existing set.
DRESS CODE
Boys
2. All boys are to ensure that their shirts are tucked in at all times.
Girls
1. All girls are to wear their veil to be below the kneel at all times.
2. All girls are to ensure that their hair is neatly braided or pulled back at all times. No excessive beading
will be allowed.
3. Girls may not wear jewellery and ring of any kind to school.
4. No make-up may be worn to school under any circumstances. This includes the wearing of any kind
Boys
4. Sideburns may only extend half way down the ear. Boys are to be cleanly shaven every day.
8. Nails are not to be grown beyond the fingertips. Any nails visible above the fingertip when the palm is
Girls
1. All girls are to wear their hijab to be below the kneel at all times.
2. Hair is to be neatly pulled back, away from the face. No extreme hairstyles will be accepted in such a
way that its pulled in front of the hijab or total change of the head.
5. No make-up of any kind may be worn to school. This includes nail varnish.
6. Nails are not to be grown beyond the fingertips. Any nails visible above the fingertip when the palm is
PUNISHEMENT STANARD
Disciplinary action may be taken against children for:
e) Repeatedly forgetting to bring the necessary text books, note books etc, to the class
g) Indulging in misconduct
h) Cheating
i) Stealing
m) Use of Whiteners
Parents are advised not to let their children bring expensive articles to school.
They should not give them excessive pocket money because the School will not take any responsibility for
Students are not allowed to bring audio or video cassettes, mobile phones, disks, CDs, cameras and other
Emergency Contact
It is vitally important that we are able to make contact with parents or other named persons in cases of
emergency, illness or school closure. Please make sure that we have up-to-date contact information. Every
attempt will be made to contact you by telephone, email and text message.
Also, please let us know about changes at home that may have a bearing on your child’s education and
wellbeing
Extra-curricular
The School aims at providing a wide and balanced Curriculum to meet the academic, social, moral and
The School has policies, action plans and schemes of work for all its extra curriculum activities. Extra
curriculum activities are organized by the students and staff. Each club or society has a club patron and other
Students are also compelled to be members Muslim Religion Society and to be a member of at least a club.
There are more than three (3) different clubs in the school and each meets on Fridays between 10:00 and
12:30 o’clock.
Students are given the opportunity to choose their own club, after an orientation on what each club does has
Membership Fees
A registration fee is charged by each club and other fees main according to programmes of the club.
Meeting Days
Official meeting days for all clubs is Friday, between 10:00 and 12:30 o’clock. Meeting venue for each
List of Clubs
• Press Club
Societies
Jets Club
Junior Engineers, Technologists and Scientists (JETS) Club is a platform where students apply the theory
learnt in science subjects including Mathematics for the production of goods that are of great benefits to man.
It aims at explaining the hidden causes of environmental problems and offer possible panacea from various
To prepare students for high level of reasoning, imagination and manipulation of data that leads to
appropriate judgment.
To help students in building up their abilities to analyze and solve scientific problems using their
basic knowledge.
To teach students to acquire practical skills which would be of great value to their future employer or
The club has a tradition of embarking on at least a major project in a term. Intra and inter – school
project exhibitions are also a part of the clubs’ activities. The club has in the past worked on the
Arduino project, produced solar oven, continuity tester, simple periscope, antenna and picnic chairs.
This is a conglomerate of creative, cultural and theatre troupe; literary and debating society; and the media.
The aim is to build vibrant and versatile students in terms of moral, social, mental and aesthetics appreciation.
Through this club, our past stories and events are re-enacted. It gives members the opportunities to initiate
and express themselves confidently; observe as well as criticize the occurrences around them; work together
The members serve as news correspondents in the school. With the Coordinators’ supervision, they
gather and broadcast local and relevant foreign news, and of course, news from the education sector on
Moreover, the club educates, informs and entertains Audience/guests during important school events like
seminars, openday/ parents’ forum, cultural day, literary weeks, end of the session party, Nigerian
To enhance members’ literary skills, communication abilities, pronunciation and critical thinking
To expose students to arrays of African culture through traditional dance, drama, music and folk tales
To provide an effective training ground for the development of students’ communicative abilities
Introduction of the students to the media
To promote the school’s image and standard through the staging of dynamic plays (touches various
To introduce active participants to news gathering, editing and production, play writing, as well as
story writing.
UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE ACADEMIC will encourage its students that have keen interest in
Agriculture by providing a reasonable size of arable land for agricultural practices (cultivation of crops).
The school also will provide a place for rearing of snails, to encourage the students and enlighten them on
snail rearing.
The fishery part of our school farm is will be designed with modern fishery materials, for the students to be
familiar with the new and modern ways of rearing fish. Students’ rear and harvest fish at the end of the day to
One of the most interesting parts of our school farm will be the rabbit hutch, which encourage students and
In each academic session, our student in the Secondary class will plant, nurtured and harvested maize crop.
They can also plant vegetable crop, which will be well nurtured to the stage of harvesting.
Our student will contribute in saving the Earth by stopping Global Warming through planting of crops, trees
In other areas like fish farming, snail rearing, rabbit rearing, poultry and livestock farming our institution plan
to secure a place for that, the school will allows all students in the Young Farmers club to have access to
these animals which were provided by the school, so as to observe the nature and development of these
animals. Students took active part in the feeding and ensuring hygienic environment for these animals.
All these above mentioned activities of the Young Farmers club are basically to encourage and broaden the
knowledge of our students that have interest in any branch of agriculture. The school has the aim of
producing young entrepreneur, energetic, educated and brilliant farmers that will feed the nation and
contribute to the development of the economy of our great country, NIGERIA through Agriculture.
Enterprise Hub
Young people need to be prepared for a world which is changing rapidly. They need to have the skills and
attitudes in order to cope with an unpredictable future and be able to make the most of their abilities to
contribute to the world of work and the wider community. From the earliest age, children have a natural
ability to be enterprising and it is important for that ability to be nurtured throughout education.
This is the opportunity that is offered to all members of the school community to develop enterprise skills
Enterprise Education is not a standalone subject: it underpins, and is supported by the 2013 NERDC
curriculum.
Garment making
Catering
Fisheries
Basic electricity
Other strategies that will drive the hub include mentoring, mock interviews and extended work placements.
Home Makers
We also have well trained experienced and dedicated personnel who are ready and willing to train students in
Foods and Nutrition: Pizza making, bread rolls, ice-cream, cake baking and decoration.
With these we can guaranty you that so much more await your wards.
Homework
Homework tasks may cover a broad variety of activities including reading, research, spelling, tables/number
practice, maths, writing, etc. Homework is not given without prior teaching or explanation in class. We value
homework as an opportunity for parents to work in partnership with the school and take an active role in their
Open days
These are opportunities for parents to come into the school during a normal school day to observe their child
Parents/Teachers Forum
At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE, we hold Parents/teachers meetings throughout the year to
The aim of this is to seek the views of parents on a variety of issues and improve the relationship between the
school and our families. The agenda items are set in conjunction with the school and parents, and this is an
open forum to suggest ideas of improvements and provide feedback on changes and different aspects of
school life.
The school welcomes any feedback on what is working well at UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE,
as well as any suggestions you may have for improvement. If you have an item you would like to raise prior
the next meeting, please do not wait until then. Kindly come and see us - we find that face-to-face
conversations are always the easiest, and therefore encourage parents not to wait for the meetings to discuss
their issue. However, we understand that some parents will be unable to attend some meetings, which is why
Meetings throughout the year are held at different times and on different days in order to enable a wider range
of parents to attend. At UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE, we are constantly striving to be the best
Reporting
Parents will get regular information about their children’s strengths, progress and achievements and be
informed about any gaps in their children’s progress and ways that they can help. Reports will focus on how
well the child is progressing in terms of levels and becoming secure in their learning. Reports will include
brief qualitative comments about planned learning across the curriculum areas and in different contexts.
Parents are welcome at any time to discuss their child’s progress; it is best to make an appointment in
advance, although it is often possible to chat informally to a teacher at the beginning or end of the school day.
Security
Access to the school is only possible through the main entrance. All visitors are requested to report to the
office upon arrival to sign in using the School Security system located at the foyer.
Every parent and authorized pick-up person MUST have registered with our School Security system.
It is imperative that you register anyone you would like to have the authority to pick up your child. Should a
case arise where registration has not been completed, a manual voucher would be issued.
The School Bus currently runs in the local area near the school, and around its axis. Should you require this
service, kindly make a request at the front office. Otherwise we ask parents to bring their child to arrive
school no later than 7.45am and pick them up at the close of school.
School Fees
It is imperative that the school collects fees payments in a timely manner in order to pay its bills, including
payroll, to maintain its reputation of fiscal responsibility. Failure on the part of parents to stay current with
tuition/fees or other payments could slow down the full function of the school.
Parents are advised to pay their wards' school fees a week or two before resumption to the School Bank
Account stated below and a copy of the teller submitted to the school management for issuance of receipt.
Late payment will no longer be condoned. Since we are pursuing the policy of quality education at very
affordable cost, our school fees remains unchanged. Our Prevailing School fees are stated below.
Payment Options
ACCT. No.:
2. Personal cheques are not desirable, but may be accepted from those without any history of return cheques.
3. Cash Payment to Bursary Dept. Please ask for your receipt for any payment.
Discount / Incentives.
The incentive covered under this scheme is applicable to four categories of parents:
a. Those that have more than 4 children in either school section. (One child exempted from payment)
b. Those who introduced the school to friends, neighbours or associates. (10% on every child enrolled and
fully paid)
c. Those that have children in both section (i.e. Arabic and conventional). (With 5 children all in
Nursery/Primary/ secondary, one will be exempted from payment with additional with 50% on one child
Pay on time
Must Read!!
Our strong plea with parents/guardians exploring any of our options of payment is that at least 70% of the
fees payable should be cleared before resumption while the balance of 30% settled on or before the third
This is made upfront at the beginning of the session. The merits of this choice include that:
i. Any increase in Tuition during the session will not affect the parent that selects this option.
ii. Any parent taking this choice shall be entitled to a 10% discount on the Annual Tuition provided the bill is
paid before or within the first week of resumption for the new session.
Payment is made at the start of each term. Termly fees and reminders are sent out with Learners’
Performance Reports. This is the practice presently in use by the school and some other schools and the
known associated advantages of this choice include all those available under Choice A and that:
ii. Any parent taking this choice shall not be entitled to any discount on the Termly Tuition except those
Our strong plea with parents/guardians exploring this option is that at least 70% of the fees payable should be
cleared before resumption while the balance of 30% settled on or before the third week of each term to avoid
any embarrassment.
*Before incentives could be claimed, the new/old parent(s) must have paid the full fees. The school shall
School Food
It is the policy of The UNIQUE ISLAAMIC SCIENCE COLLEGE to ensure that parent provides nutritious
meals for their children for lunch. We ask and enjoin for parents to provide healthy, balanced meals and
School Uniform
Nursery
Girls
Navy Pinafore
Needed)
Shoes
Boys
Navy Shorts
School Tie
Shoes
Primary
Girls
Navy Pinafore
Shoes
School Badge
Boys
Navy Shorts
School Tie
Shoes
School Badge
Secondary School
Girls
School Badge
Boys
Grey Trousers
School Tie
School Badge
Please note that it is strictly forbidden for parents or anyone collecting their child to go to the classroom
before the end of the school day at 2:00 (conventional) and 5:30 (Arabic). Should you wish to see a teacher or
your child during school hours you should report to the reception/front office and this will be arranged for
you. We would appreciate your full co-operation in this matter to avoid class time distraction.