JULIGRACE Blog

Dear Esteemed Parents and Beloved Students, As we joyfully step into the final month of the year, may the peace of God fill your homes and hearts. December is a month of reflection, gratitude, and hope, and we pray that it brings you clarity, renewed strength, and reasons to celebrate. May God guide your steps, bless your efforts, and surround your family with favour on every side. For our children, may this month bring wisdom, confidence, and a renewed spirit of excellence.

For many families in Nigeria, homework time can feel like a daily struggle most especially between power outages, busy schedules, and children who are tired after school. But with a few simple habits, parents can make homework time calmer, more productive, and encouraging for their children. Here are practical tips designed with Nigerian homes in mind. 1. Create a Simple Homework Corner It doesn’t need to be special or expensive. A quiet spot with a chair, table, and good lig

As exam time gets closer, there’s usually a mix of excitement and nervousness in the air.   Some students feel confident, others feel a bit scared, and that’s completely normal.  What really makes the difference, though, is how we prepare and that’s where revision comes in. Revision isn’t just reading notes again and again.   It’s about slowing down, thinking through what you’ve learned, and making sure it actually makes sense.  Revision helps one to remember information bett

The recent abduction of students and staff from St. Mary’s School in Niger State has once again shaken the heart of our nation. Though details remain uncertain, the fear, confusion, and pain felt by families and communities are all too real. A school is meant to be a sanctuary of learning, growth, and hope which was instead turned into a scene of terror on a night that should have been ordinary. It is heartbreaking to imagine the parents who waited for their children to retur

In many Nigerian homes, we often say that “a tree that will grow straight must be tended from when it is young.” This truth captures the essence of early education. The first years of a child’s life are precious, shaping their character, confidence, and understanding of the world around them. In today’s Nigeria where families work hard to give their children a better life early learning has become an important foundation for future success. During these early years, children

In the quiet early hours of the morning, a tragedy unfolded at a girls’ secondary school in Northern Nigeria which has left families, teachers, and an entire region shaken and grieving. What began as an ordinary night turned into chaos as armed attackers invaded the school shortly after midnight, taking the life of a senior staff member and abducting several female students. The sorrow felt today echoes the painful memories of previous school abductions across the country. On

As a teacher, I have seen how the beginning of a new school term can set the tone for a child’s entire academic journey. When parents take time to prepare their children ahead, the transition becomes smoother, their confidence increases, and their performance throughout the term improves significantly. Whether your child is in nursery, primary, or secondary school, the tips below will help you guide them into the new term with ease. 1. Reset the Daily Routine School life dema

A recent incident in an Abuja school has once again sparked national debate about discipline, boundaries, and emotional control—both in classrooms and in homes. According to reports, the parents of a student stormed the school and ass@ulted a teacher after learning he had sl@pped their child. The school later expelled the student and banned the parents from its premises. Details shared by educator Alex Onyia show how quickly the situation unraveled. During a meeting with scho

At JuliGrace Private Schools, we want every child to stay healthy, energetic, and ready to learn. Returning to school often means early mornings, busy classrooms, and increased exposure to germs. Here are simple tips to help our pupils stay well throughout the term: 1. Protecting Against Colds & Flu Cold and flu germs spread quickly among children. Please encourage your child to cover their mouth when they cough or sneeze and to wash their hands regularly. A small personal he