NOWA EDUCATIONAL CENTRE

  • CRECHE
  • NURSERY
  • PRIMARY
  • SECONDARY

Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

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NOWA Education Centre Karshi was established in October 2010 under the visionary leadership of the Naval Officers' Wives Association (NOWA). We started with 9 pioneering students and have grown to become one of Nasarawa State's leading educational institutions.

For JSS1 admission, candidates must: (1) Have completed primary education (2) Be between 10-12 years old (3) Pass our entrance examination (4) Submit birth certificate, previous school report, and 4 recent passport photographs. Entrance examinations are held quarterly.

We maintain a consistent 100% pass rate in NECO, WAEC, and State BECE examinations since 2012. Our students have achieved multiple 1st & 2nd positions in national competitions including Cowbell Mathematics Competition, National Essay Competitions, and Microsoft Office Specialist Championships.

Our campus features: Modern science laboratories (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Computer/ICT lab with high-speed internet, Digital library with 10,000+ resources, Sports facilities (football field, basketball court, swimming pool), Music and arts studios, Healthcare center, and Secure boarding facilities.

Fees vary by class level and boarding status. For the 2024/2025 session: Day students: ₦150,000 - ₦250,000 per term, Boarding students: ₦300,000 - ₦450,000 per term. Fees include tuition, textbooks, ICT access, and basic medical care. Boarding fees include accommodation, feeding, and laundry.

Our campus is highly secure with: 24/7 naval security personnel, CCTV surveillance throughout campus, Controlled access points with biometric verification, Regular security drills and training, Female security personnel in girls' hostels, and Emergency response protocols.

We offer: Sports (football, basketball, swimming, athletics), Cultural and debate clubs, STEM and robotics club, Music band and choir, Leadership training programs, Community service initiatives, and Annual inter-house sports competitions.

Yes, we offer: NOWA Scholarship for children of naval personnel, Academic Excellence Scholarship (for top 5% in entrance exams), Sports Talent Scholarship, and Need-based financial aid. Applications open annually in March.

We maintain an optimal 15:1 student-teacher ratio in classrooms and 8:1 ratio in laboratories to ensure personalized attention and quality learning experience.

Parents can: Access our online portal for real-time progress reports, Attend parent-teacher meetings (held quarterly), Receive SMS alerts for academic updates, Schedule appointments with teachers via our parent app, and Access examination results online.
100%

Exam Pass Rate

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

2010

Established Since

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