Galad Group of Schools Ibadan

HOW TO USE “PREFER” CORRECTLY

1. She prefers books than magazines. ❌
She prefers books to magazines. ✅
👉 Use “to,” not “than,” after “prefer.”

2. I prefer drive. ❌
I prefer to drive. ✅
👉 Use “to-infinitive” after “prefer.”

3. He prefers drinking tea than coffee. ❌
He prefers drinking tea to coffee. ✅
👉 Use “to” when comparing two things or actions.

5. We prefer going by ferry than flying. ❌
We prefer going by ferry to flying. ✅
👉 “Prefer” takes “to,” not “than.”

6. I would prefer go by myself. ❌
I would prefer to go by myself. ✅
👉 Use “would prefer + to-infinitive.”

7.Would you prefer I drive? ❌
Would you prefer me to drive? ✅
👉 Use object pronoun + to-infinitive.

8. They would prefer if we come later. ❌
They would prefer it if we came later. ✅
👉 After “would prefer it if,” use the past simple tense.

9. I would prefer to go skiing this year rather than to go on a beach holiday. ❌
I would prefer to go skiing this year rather than go on a beach holiday. ✅



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Available positions include:
✅ Mathematics Teacher
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Appreciation Message for Students’ Carnival (Secondary School)

On behalf of the school management, staff, and organising committee, we express our heartfelt appreciation to all our students for making this year’s Students’ Carnival a memorable and colourful event.
Your enthusiasm, creativity, and active participation brought life to every activity from the exhibitions and performances to the fun games and competitions.

We also thank our dedicated teachers for their guidance, hard work, and support, as well as our parents for trusting and encouraging their children to participate fully.
To our sponsors, volunteers, and entire school community, we are deeply grateful for your contributions toward the success of this carnival.

Together, we have created an exciting learning experience filled with unity, joy, and school spirit. Thank you for making the event a great success.

Colour Day (Primary School) APPRECIATION MESSAGE

We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our wonderful pupils for brightening today’s Colour Day with their beautiful outfits and cheerful energy.
Your vibrant colours and happy faces made the day truly exciting and unforgettable.

Our gratitude goes to all parents and guardians for supporting the children and ensuring they were well-prepared for the celebration.
Special thanks to the teachers and organising team for their hard work, creativity, and dedication in coordinating every activity.

Thank you all for making this year’s Colour Day a joyful and colourful celebration of learning, unity, and fun.

Admission in progress!

Dear parents, we wish to thank you for your unwavering support throughout this academic year. We remain committed to the sound education of your children. Words are inadequate to express how grateful we are for your support throughout this session and we appreciate your morally and financial support for the success of yesterday's party. May God bless you all and let you all reap the fruit of your labours Ameen

Galleries from yesterday event

Graduans session

Always be kind to those you meet along the way in life. Remember, we’re all on a journey. Your journey is not the same as mine. And mine is not the same as yours. If we meet on a certain path, may we encourage each other and build each other up instead of tearing each other down.