Category: Teachers

Managing violence in schools : Handbook for Schools and Learning Centres

This handbook equips teachers with practical strategies to prevent and respond to school-based violence. It covers corporal punishment, bullying, sexual and gender-based violence, and cyberbullying, highlighting their causes, effects, and warning signs. Teachers will learn positive discipline approaches, safeguarding practices, and reporting mechanisms. The resource emphasises creating safe, inclusive learning environments where every child feels protected, respected and able to thrive.

Minimum Standards for Safe Schools

This poster outlines the minimum standards for safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments in Nigerian schools. It highlights teachers’ and schools’ responsibilities in safeguarding children, promoting positive discipline, preventing violence, and ensuring equal access to quality education. The resource serves as a practical guide for educators to uphold child protection and foster safe schools where every learner can thrive.

Climate Change Education : Handbook for Schools in Nigeria

This handbook introduces teachers to climate change concepts, impacts and classroom strategies for building learner awareness and resilience. It explains causes and effects, highlights Nigeria’s vulnerabilities and provides practical activities to integrate climate education across subjects. The resource equips teachers to promote sustainable practices, encourage critical thinking, and empower learners to take informed action in their communities.

STEP

STEP (Strengthening Teachers’ English Proficiency) is a comprehensive course designed to enhance the English language skills of teachers, with a strong focus on classroom communication and effective teaching strategies. Offered as a trainer-supported or self-study programme, STEP equips educators with the tools they need to foster a positive learning environment and deliver high-quality instruction in English. The course focuses on essential classroom English skills, including giving clear instructions, managing classroom interactions, and explaining concepts effectively. In addition to language development, it introduces practical teaching methodologies that encourage student engagement and improve learning outcomes. STEP is suitable for teachers across diverse educational settings—from primary to secondary schools—and is especially valuable for those seeking to improve both their English proficiency and pedagogical skills. Whether in urban or rural environments, participants benefit from structured, flexible learning that supports continuous professional development. By the end of the course, teachers will be better equipped to use English confidently and accurately in their classrooms, enhancing student understanding and contributing to improved educational quality. STEP helps teachers become more effective communicators, reflective practitioners, and professional role models who can positively impact learners’ academic journeys.

STRIDE

Digital Literacy for Educators is a practical course designed to equip pre-service and in-service teachers in Nigerian Colleges of Education with essential ICT skills for effective instructional delivery. In response to the increasing integration of digital technologies in education, this course strengthens teachers’ capacity to use digital tools and platforms— particularly in low-resource contexts. It covers basic technology skills such as word processing, creating slideshows, searching online, and using spreadsheets, as well as strategies for online teaching, assessment, and learner engagement.Participants will learn how to plan and deliver live lessons using platforms like WhatsApp, explore synchronous and asynchronous teaching methods, promote gender-sensitive and inclusive practices, and track learner progress with parental involvement. The course encourages creativity, collaboration, and the development of digital teaching materials, fostering a culture of continuous professional learning. Ultimately, it prepares educators to confidently integrate technology into their teaching, in line with the National Policy on Education and the National Digital Literacy Framework

Minimum Standards for Safe Schools

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The Federal Ministry of Education Minimum Standards for Safe Schools in Nigeria outline the essential conditions that schools must meet to protect learners and staff from harm. These standards address various safety concerns, including violence against children, natural hazards, conflict, everyday hazards and safe school infrastructure. They provide a framework for schools to assess their safety practices, implement preventive measures and respond effectively to emergencies. The standards aim to create a safe and conducive learning environment for all learners.

Training Guide for Facilitators and Focal Points on the Minimum Standards for Safe Schools

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This comprehensive guide helps everyone involved in education to create safer learning environments for learners in Nigeria. It explains the importance of school safety and provides practical advice on how to identify risks, develop safety plans, and implement measures to keep schools secure. The guide also encourages regularly reviewing and improving these practices. It is designed for a wide audience, including school leaders, teachers, parents, community members, government officials and NGOs. Interactive training methods are used to make learning engaging and effective. This includes informative talks to provide essential knowledge, group discussions to encourage collaboration and problem-solving and role-playing to practise responses to different scenarios. Real-life case studies and hands-on activities allow participants to learn from past experiences and apply their skills in realistic settings. By following this guidance, everyone can contribute to making schools in Nigeria safer and more secure for all learners.

National School Safeguarding Referral Pathway

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The National School Safeguarding Referral Pathway is a system designed to ensure that concerns about learners’ safety in Nigerian schools are reported, assessed and addressed effectively. It outlines the steps to take when a child protection concern arises, including who to contact, how to report the concern and what actions should follow. The pathway aims to create a safe and supportive environment for all learners in schools and learning centres, ensuring their well-being is protected. The National Policy on Safety, Security and Violence-Free Schools (NPSSVFS) encourages states to establish appropriate reporting and referral mechanisms using national guidelines. This strengthens the capacity of State Ministries of Education and agencies to respond effectively and promptly to Violence Against Children (VAC).

National School Safeguarding Action Plan

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The National School Safeguarding Action Plan is a comprehensive roadmap outlining the strategies, initiatives, and resources needed to implement the School Safeguarding Referral Pathway and School Safeguarding Guideline effectively.

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