VI-CENNA International School in Ikeja GRA, Lagos, has launched its renovated Early Years Pre-School and Nursery (F) Department. Its Principal, Mr David Ogburn, said the facility was remodelled to make it more exciting and stimulating to pupils.
He said: “We are investing in our school’s infrastructure and here in EYFS, we have created a colourful, vibrant and stimulating environment that will serve the needs of our youngest pupils for years to come. We have created a model Early Years Department unrivalled in Nigeria.’’
‘’This is an exciting opportunity to raise the early learning childcare provision in Avi-Cenna to new heights. It offers an opportunity to engage and stimulate a deeper interest in learning for our pupils and to lay a solid foundation for entry into primary school.’’
Ogburn, who has spent nine years in the 28-year-old school, said the department now has larger classrooms bordered partly by grass to boost learning.
The department has seven areas, including decorated shops, fire engine, with a zoon entrance. Others are unmovable train with housing food, and steam effects, he added. ‘’The area also offers a dedicated creative area for and craft, sensory and fine motor activities as well as a small auditorium which can be for whole class gatherings, and story-telling.’’
The principal harped on the school’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for its pupils.
Among the dignitaries at the launch was the wife of the Lagos State government Mrs Bolanle Ambode.