Academics

A curriculum that stretches and supports

From first words to final examinations, learning at DHIS is structured, measured and joyful.

Crèche & Playgroup

6 months – 2 years

Structured care and early stimulation: sensory play, songs, motor skills and gentle routines that build security and speech.

Sensory play
Music & rhymes
Motor skills
Social habits

Nursery / Pre-School

3 – 5 years

A phonics-led, play-based foundation. Children learn to read, count, question and cooperate with confidence.

Phonics & reading
Early numeracy
Rhymes & storytelling
Creative arts
Practical life

Primary School

6 – 11 years

A broad curriculum with strong literacy and numeracy, extended by ICT, French, verbal and quantitative reasoning, and preparation for Common Entrance.

English Language
Mathematics
Basic Science & Technology
National Values
ICT
French
Verbal & Quantitative Reasoning
Creative Arts
Physical Education

Secondary School

11 – 17 years

Junior secondary builds breadth; senior secondary offers science, arts and commercial pathways with focused preparation for BECE, WAEC, NECO and JAMB.

English & Literature
Mathematics & Further Mathematics
Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Economics, Government, Commerce
Agricultural Science
Computer Studies
Civic Education
Fine Art & Music

Young pupils learning with their teacher in a bright classroom

Beyond the Syllabus

Support that surrounds every learner

Continuous Assessment

Weekly tests, projects and termly examinations keep progress visible to teachers and parents.

Remedial & Extension

Targeted after-class support for pupils who need it, and enrichment work for those ready to go further.

Clubs & Societies

Press club, debate, coding, drama, choir, football and athletics run throughout the term.

Guidance & Counselling

A dedicated counsellor supports well-being, study habits and subject or career choices.