Celebrations – ��Ƶ

Easter Party

head — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 20:12:00 +0000

I would like to personally thank you for your recent contribution of time, resources, and financial support towards the Easter Party event. Your kindness and generosity have not gone unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for creating a fun-filled event for the BIJS community.

Would also like to thank our highly dedicated PTA Board: Mr Sankalp, Mrs Sanan, Mrs Onyinye, and Mrs Jane. We must also acknowledge the contribution and give thanks to our Events Committee parent volunteers who have spent countless hours planning, running about, and creating all these fantastic decorations to make us feel we’re in an indoor garden: Mrs Yara, Mrs Naro, Mrs Seneesha, Mrs Deema, Mrs Tolu, Mrs Rita, and Mrs Uwana (apologies if I missed anyone).

I am privileged to be a part of a school where parents and staff work together to create lasting memories for the children. Thank you for your energy, passion, and enthusiasm. In particular, I’d like to name Mrs Tobi (our Arts Teacher) for working hard on the decorations, Mr Joshua (PE Teacher) for organising the games, Mr David (Acting Assistant Head) and Mrs Funbi, KS1 Leader for hosting the event, and Miss Monalysa and Mrs Dolapo, our bubbly Year 1 Teachers for always entertaining us with their class dance.

This event was successful due to the dedication and hard work of people like you. I am happy to say the event was extremely well-attended by our parents, caregivers, students, and friends. The community came together to enjoy our exciting day.

We feel confident that by making our children happy at the end of the term through such activities in school, they’ll remain energised about learning, thus creating brighter futures for families.

I offer my sincere appreciation and thanks to all those who give freely and abundantly their time and energy.

Enjoy a wonderful break, and happy holidays!

Christmas Show

head — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 19:55:00 +0000

You are warmly invited to our Christmas Show on Friday 16th December 2022, at 10.00am. The Show is scheduled to end before lunchtime (12.30pm), and parents can pick up the children afterwards.

Can we please ask that children come to school at the usual time to prepare for the performance?

PROGRAMME

1) Opening Remarks by The Head of School
2) Ballet Presentation – “Every Christmas” by Ballet ASCs Pupils
3) KS1 “Nativity Play” by Y1 – Y3 Pupils
4) Violin Solo – “The First Noel” by Olapojojo (Y6)
5) Afro-Dance Performance – “Merry Christmas” by Afro-Dance ASCs Pupils
6) Piano Solo – “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Belle (Y5)
7) Recorder Presentation – “Saint Nicholas”
8) Reception Class Presentation – “Jingle Bell Rock” by Reception Pupils
9) Violin Ensemble – “Long, Long Ago” by Olapojojo, Murewa, Ifechi, Bolanle, Dima, Jayden
10) Year 5 Presentation – “O Come, All Ye Faithful” by Y5 Pupils
11) Year 1 Presentation – “Jingle Bells Christmas Dance” by Y1 Pupils
12) Year 6 Presentation – “Gbo Ohun awon Angeli” by Y6 Pupils
13) Vote of Thanks – Tomilade (Y6)

NOTES

– We will serve the snacks and drinks to pupils before 9.00 am.
– Each child will be allocated 2 chairs; you do not need to book seats, but please ensure you only use a maximum of 2 seats.
– Photographs and videos are allowed but must not be shared on social media; some parents have not given their consent to be posted online.
– When photographing during the performance, please ensure the view is not obstructed.

We look forward to our first Christmas show!

Christmas Fair

head — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 19:50:00 +0000

On behalf of ��Ƶ, I would like to personally thank you for your recent contribution of time, resources, and financial support to our first Christmas Fair.

Please join me in thanking our highly dedicated PTA Committee: Mr Sankalp, Mrs Sanan, Mrs Angela, Mrs Onyinye, Mrs Jane, and Mrs Louise.

We must also acknowledge the contribution and give thanks to all parent volunteers who have spent countless hours planning, running about, and trying to find all the lovely candy canes and lollypops to make us feel “Lost in Candyland”: Mrs Yara, Mrs Naro, Mrs Patricia, Mrs Sineesha, Mrs Rupal, Mrs Fatima, Mrs Priyanka, Mrs Pragya, Mrs Maureen, Mrs Deema, Mrs Tosin, Mrs Ifeoma, Mrs Lamisse, Mrs Sandra, Mrs Dora, Mrs Emilie, and Mr Kunle-Ajayi (apologies if I missed anyone). I hope you all agree – they’ve done a fantastic job!

I am privileged to be a part of a school with competent and committed teachers and support staff. Thank you for your energy, passion, and enthusiasm.

This event could not have been a success without the dedication and hard work of people like you. I am happy to say the event was extremely well-attended by our parents, caregivers, students, and friends. The community came together to enjoy our exciting day.

We feel confident that by making our children happy at the end of the term through such activities in school, they’ll remain energised about learning, thus creating brighter futures for families.

To all those who give so freely and abundantly of their time and energy, I offer my sincere appreciation and thanks.

Warm regards,
Ms Manda
Head of School

Halloween

head — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:38:00 +0000

Our PTA have been very busy preparing for the Halloween event (Monday, 31st October 2022) to ensure the kids have a fun-packed spooktacular day to remember.

The plan for the day is as follows:

– PTA will decorate the Reception area, Hall and corridor leading to classrooms.
– Children will come dressed in their Halloween costumes.
– There will be a photobooth outside the hall so kids can have fun with each other taking pictures. Parents can take photos with their children in the afternoon.
– Classes will hold as usual until 1pm.
– At 1.00 pm kids will start “trick or treat” from classroom to classroom, starting with the Pearl Class. Teachers will give out the sweets. To make it interesting for the kids, teachers will ask them a riddle, tell a joke, show off a skill or do a party trick.
– At 2.00 pm kids will assemble in the Hall for the costume parade. Parents are invited to watch and applaud them (parents, please be seated by 2.00 pm for the parade).
– All kids will get the chance to show off their costumes. Each class will be called to the stage, and each child will step out to show their outfit.
– Each class will vote for their favourite costume, and winners will be announced in the assembly. Winners will be given a prize (educational prize).
– Children should come with a donation of N1,000 in cash on the day.

Prizes will be awarded for the best fancy dress costume in each year group, plus there will be prizes for Parents and Teachers who join in the fun.

We thank everyone involved and look forward to a fantastic day as a school community.

World Teachers’ Day

head — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:25:00 +0000

On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the commitment and capacity of our educators to change lives for the better.

Teachers are mentors and role models to their students. They influence young minds and teach sound social and moral values through word and deed, within and outside the classroom. Teachers impart learning and thinking life skills to students to develop their full potential and enable them to seize opportunities in the future.

We, the teachers of BIJS, pledge that:
– We will be true to our mission to bring out the best in our students.
– We will be exemplary in the way we conduct our duties and responsibilities.
– We will guide our students to be good and useful citizens.
– We will continue to learn and pass on the love of learning to our students.
– We will win the trust, support and cooperation of parents and the community to enable us to achieve our mission.

“Today, on World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the critical role of teachers in transforming learners’ potential by ensuring they have the tools they need to take responsibility for themselves, others, and the planet. We call on countries to ensure that teachers are trusted and recognised as knowledge producers, reflective practitioners, and policy partners.”

Ms Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO

Happy Teachers’ Day, everyone!

Sincerely,
Ms Manda
Head of School

Nigeria Day

head — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 19:24:59 +0000

Culture is a way of life, and Nigerian children are the country’s future.

It would be lovely to have our pupils showcase the various ethnic groups to teach them about unity in diversity as we celebrate Nigeria Independence Day!
Please help the school make Friday, 30th September an unforgettable day by sending your children in traditional attire to school on that day.
We will kick-start the day with a whole-school assembly and class presentations.
The celebration will continue throughout the day with various activities, including a treat for the children. Our photographer will take pictures, and we shall share them on ClassDojo.

Thank you for your continuous support, and look forward to celebrating the Independence Day.

Graduation

head — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 19:00:00 +0000

We are delighted to invite you to our first Reception and Year 6 Graduation Ceremony scheduled to take place during the End-of-Year Party on Friday 8th July from 10.00 am at the School’s Hall.

Please see the message from the PTA below:
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We are putting the final touches on the day’s plans and are so excited to share them with you.
The theme for this year is “Reach for the Stars”. Entertainment will be provided by BIJS pupils and includes a KS2 play, performances from our gymnastics, taekwondo and contemporary dance teams, games, a disco and much more.

**Dress code is a touch of blue, gold, and/or white. There will be a backdrop for photos as well as a 360° Photo Booth, so come dressed to impress!**

Pupils will be sent home on Wednesday, 29th June, with raffle tickets to sell to help raise funds for the day. We plan to use the money to produce a Yearbook, create a “memories” DVD, and get an end-of-year gift for the children, as well as gifts for the teachers to thank them for all their hard work. Please help the children sell their tickets – we have some impressive prizes donated by businesses in the local community, and there will be a special prize on the day for the child that sells the most tickets!

The hall can only take a maximum of 300, so please let Nana-Aisha know if you will be attending. Spaces will be reserved for mums and dads of each child, but additional guests will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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We would appreciate your confirmation to make the necessary arrangements for hosting you, which you can send to registrar@bijsnigeria.org.

We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you to our Graduation Ceremony and School Party.

Women’s Day

head — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:30:00 +0000

March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day across the world to promote women’s rights and honour their achievements across the political, economic, social and cultural spheres.

The origins of International Women’s Day can be traced back to the many socialist movements witnessed in the early 20th century. Adopted by the United Nations in the year 1977 and aided by the second and third waves of Feminism, this day is a reminder of the grit and determination of women all across the world.

Over the years, the UN has celebrated the day based on different themes centred on women’s rights and issues. The theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.”

IWD 2022 campaign theme: #BreakTheBias

– Imagine a gender equal world.
– A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
– A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
– A world where difference is valued and celebrated.
– Together we can forge women’s equality.
– Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.

Continuing to examine the opportunities and constraints to empower women and girls to have a voice and be equal players in decision-making is essential for sustainable development and greater gender equality. Without gender equality today, a sustainable future and an equal future remains beyond our reach.

For more details, please visit .

World Book Day

head — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 18:17:00 +0000

Happy World Book Day!

Thank you to all parents for their effort in ensuring the children came dressed as a book character today! Next year will be an epic adventure for which Student Council will plan well in advance.

World Book Day is about children exploring the fantastic world of books and reading!

Celebrations are held around the world:
– In the UK and Ireland, World Book Day is always held on the first Thursday in March.
– In the USA, World Book Day is on March 2nd.
– Around the world, in more than 100 countries, World Book Day is held on April 23rd.

History of World Book Day

World Book Day began with a decree by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization.

The first World Book Day was held in April 1995 –27 years ago!

The idea for World Book Day came from the Spanish celebration of “Saint George’s Day”. It was a day when people gave each other a rose and a book they bought to show their love (similar to Valentine’s Day).

Six Reasons to Celebrate World Book Day!

1. The more you read, the more you’ll know.
2. Books are magical, and you can visit other worlds and times.
3. Books spark your imagination.
4. Reading helps you become a better writer.
5. Find a special book and have a ‘friend’ for life.
6. Books are relaxing to read after a long day at school.

We’ve asked all adults to share their favourite children’s book in hopes that it will inspire our pupils to have a go at reading them too!
If you’d like to join us in recommending books for our children, please comment below the book title and author.

Happy reading, everyone!

Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration

head — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 15:33:20 +0000

Following the Government’s Press Release, we are writing to inform you that Tuesday, 19th of October 2021, has been declared a Public Holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration. Thus, the School will be closed on Tuesday.
BIJS congratulates all Muslims in our community and wishes them a happy and peaceful celebration.

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