Bridge Academy, Nigeria, has said providing personalised support for every child will help improve performance.
A statement by the school explained that personalised teaching impacted their pupils who in the 2023 National Common Entrance Examination, demonstrated remarkable improvement in their performance compared to the previous year.
It stated that one of the most prominent indicators of Bridge pupils’ enhanced performance was that in 2023, the average score surged to 137, marking a notable increase from the previous year’s average of 133.
It read, “Bridge Community School pupils have consistently delivered high scores at the National Common Entrance Examinations for five consecutive years, surpassing the national and state cut-off marks into federal unity schools. These results have also earned some of these Bridge pupils’ scholarship placements in top secondary schools in Nigeria.”
Speaking on the improvement in the average score, Manager, Academics, Ezinne Tochie-Asogwa, noted, “This four-point advancement signifies a collective elevation of academic prowess among Bridge pupils, reflecting their dedication, preparedness, and focused efforts. Starting from Primary 5, we provide common entrance preparation materials and examinations to our pupils which helps us track their performances and provide personalised support to every child. For us at Bridge, we strive to ensure a year-on-year growth and improvement in pupil’s performance.”
The Managing Director, Bridge Nigeria, Foyinsola Akinjayeju, said, “The improved performance of Bridge pupils in the 2023 National Common Entrance Examination can be attributed to a combination of factors. Our commitment to holistic education, inclusive learning environments, and gender parity.
In addition, our well-rounded curriculum which emphasises core subjects like Mathematics and English played a pivotal role. As Bridge pupils continue to demonstrate exceptional results, it underscores our dedication to nurturing well-rounded, capable, and confident individuals who are well-equipped to excel in their academic pursuits and beyond.”