Albesta Academy LEKKI, LAGOS

Today we celebrate the incredible mothers whose love, strength, and sacrifices shape the lives of our children every day.

Your care, guidance, and support continue to build the future through the young minds we nurture together.

Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing mothers. 💐

— Albesta Academy, Lekki

Welcome to March 🌿

A fresh month filled with growth, joy, and beautiful achievements.

As we begin this new month, may it bring renewed focus, greater determination, and outstanding success in every area. May our students excel, our efforts yield positive results, and our community continue to thrive.

Here’s to a productive and fulfilling month ahead.

Happy New Month!

Last year, in 2025, Albesta Academy stood on a continental stage and was recognized among Africa’s Top Schools.

It was not luck.
It was not coincidence.
It was the result of years of intentional teaching, disciplined learning, strong moral instruction, entrepreneurial skill training, and a commitment to raising confident, global-minded students.

Today, in 2026, that same culture of excellence continues.

In our classrooms, lessons are engaging.
In our skill studios, hands are trained.
In our assemblies, character is shaped.
In competitions, our students shine.

We are not just preparing students for exams — we are preparing them for life.

Now, a new admission season is here.

The question is simple:
Where do you want your child’s story to begin?

📌 Entrance Examination Dates:
🗓 21st March, 2026
🗓 16th May, 2026
🗓 18th July, 2026

Choose a school with a proven record.
Choose a school recognized for excellence.
Choose Albesta Academy.

📞 08033545024 | 08037016313
🌐 www.albestaacademylekki.sch.ng�

Albesta Academy – Where Excellence is a Lifestyle.

What a truly enriching day at Albesta Academy, Lekki!

For weeks, our students prepared with dedication and enthusiasm. Every training session after school, every practice race, every cheer from teammates — all led up to today’s remarkable Inter-House Sports celebration.

This morning, the school field came alive with colour, energy, and anticipation. Our four houses — Albert Abe House, Eunice House, J.J. Jelly House, and Pelax House — marched in proudly, ready to give their very best. From thrilling track events to engaging field activities, the spirit of healthy competition was evident in every performance.

The excitement grew as invited schools joined selected races, adding an extra layer of challenge and sportsmanship. Our dignitaries, parents, alumni, and special guests watched with admiration as our students displayed confidence, teamwork, and resilience.

One of the most heartwarming moments of the day was inviting some parents to observe closely and contribute to deciding winners based on what they saw their children demonstrate — a beautiful reflection of trust, transparency, and community partnership.

After an exciting series of events, Eunice House emerged as the overall winner. Their victory was well deserved, and we celebrate their outstanding performance.

Beyond the medals and trophies, what filled the air was joy — laughter, cheers, pride, and unity. It was not just a competition; it was a celebration of excellence, growth, and the strong bond within the Albesta family.

We sincerely appreciate our sponsors, partners, dignitaries, invited schools, parents, staff, students, and everyone who contributed to making the day a grand success.

At Albesta Academy, we do not only teach — we build character, confidence, and champions.

Albesta Academy proudly celebrates our esteemed Grand Patron,
Prof. (Emeritus) Okebukola, on the occasion of his birthday.

Your unwavering commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and national development continues to inspire our institution and the next generation of learners.

We honour your legacy, celebrate your impact, and pray for many more years of strength, wisdom, and fulfilment.

Happy Birthday, Sir.

The countdown to our Inter-House Sports Day has begun, and today’s heats at Albesta Academy, Lekki were nothing short of exciting!

Our students showcased speed, strength, teamwork, and determination as they competed in various races and games. The spirit of healthy competition was evident, with each house striving for excellence while cheering one another on.

Beyond the medals and trophies, we are proud to see confidence growing, leadership emerging, and friendships strengthening on the field.

We can’t wait for the big day — it promises to be spectacular!

🏆 THE COUNTDOWN TO A GREAT DAY! 🏆

The field is ready, the athletes are fueled, and the houses are prepared for battle! 🏃‍♂️💨 We invite all parents, alumni, and friends of Albesta Academy to join us for our 2026 Inter-House Sports Competition.

Come witness a day of speed, strength, and remarkable school spirit as our students compete in: ⚽ Football 👟 March Past 🏃 Relay Races etc

Date: Friday, February 20th, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM Prompt

Venue: Albesta Academy Field

It’s more than just a competition; it’s "A Celebration of Strength, Teamwork & Excellence"!

Which house are you representing? Drop your colors in the comments! 🔴🔵🟢🟡

📢 ENTRANCE EXAMINATION INTO ALBESTA ACADEMY LEKKI 📢

Give your child a strong academic foundation in a school committed to excellence, character, and holistic development.

Albesta Academy Lekki is a co-educational Day & Boarding School offering Nursery, Primary, and Secondary education with a blend of Nigerian and British curricula.

📅 Entrance Examination Dates:
1st Batch: 21st March, 2026
2nd Batch: 16th May, 2026
3rd Batch: 18th July, 2026

🎓 Exams Offered: WASSCE, NECO, BECE

🖥️ Examination can be conducted in the school or online (CBT)

📍 Location:
0.4km Eleko Beach Road, off Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State.

📞 For enquiries:
09033545024 | 08037016313

Enroll your child today and partner with us in shaping a future of purpose, discipline, and academic success.

👉 Albesta Academy Lekki — where learning prepares students for life.

As we step into a new month, Albesta Academy Lekki wishes our amazing students, parents, and staff a season of progress, excellence, and renewed strength.

May this month be filled with learning, achievement, and positive results.

Happy New Month from all of us at Albesta Academy Lekki.

TONIC FOR EDUCATORS

WHAT LEARNERS WISH YOU KNEW

Last week, we talked about the diagnostic approach to teaching. In simple terms, we agreed that teaching should look less like rushing to prescribe and more like pausing to understand the learner. We said that effective teachers do not start with the lesson plan alone, but with the learner in front of them. Like good doctors, they ask questions, observe behaviour, listen carefully, and then decide how best to teach. The key message was clear: if you do not understand the learner, you may be teaching well and still not be teaching right.

This week, let us go a little deeper and, perhaps, a little more uncomfortable.
Let us talk about what learners wish you knew.
If our learners could speak freely, without fear of embarrassment, punishment, or labels, many of them would tell us things we were never trained to hear. They would say, “I am not lazy, I am only confused.” They would say, “I am not dull, I am afraid to ask questions.” They would say, “I want to learn, but the pace is too fast for my liking,” or, “I want to try, but I am tired of being laughed at when I fail.”

Some learners wish you knew that their silence is not stubbornness, but insecurity. That their distraction is not disrespect, but hunger, worry, or emotional overload. That their poor performance is not rebellion, but a silent cry for help.

They wish you knew that when you rush through a lesson just to finish the scheme of work, some of them are left behind, nodding politely while completely lost. They wish you knew that one harsh comment can undo weeks of confidence, while one kind word can spark a lifelong love for learning.

Learners also wish you knew that they notice everything. They know when a teacher has given up on them. They know when expectations are low. They know when labels have been stylishly attached to their names. Are we not sometimes guilty of these things as teachers? It is not enough to feel remorse; we must also do the right thing.

Above all, learners wish you knew that they want to be seen as humans before they are judged as students.

This is where last week’s diagnostic approach meets this week’s conversation. You cannot know what learners wish you knew if you have not first learned how to observe, listen, and ask the right questions. You cannot be learner focused without being empathetic. And you cannot be empathetic if you are too busy to notice.

This is a simple but urgent call to us as educators. To slow down. To look again. To listen better. To teach with both competence and compassion.
Education is not only about covering content. It is about uncovering potential.

If we change how we see our learners, we will change how they see themselves.
And that, colleagues, is how narratives change.

I hope this helps.

Thompson Imhanbor, FAPC

The Milestones: Building Excellence Together

First Term 2025/2026 Academic Session at a glance.
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