Academics - Springforth Community School

Our Academic Structure

Cambridge/Ghanaian Curricula

The curriculum at SFCS is based on the Cambridge Primary curriculum framework for the core subjects of English/English as a Second Language (ESL), Mathematics and Science. At the JHS 1 -3 Level, students may choose to follow the Ghana Education Service (G.E.S) and take the B.E.C.E, or follow the Cambridge Curriculum.

We do integrate international and local Ghanaian educational content into the English National Curriculum so that it’s suitable for our diverse student body.

The curriculum is vertically integrated and covers:

Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception)
Key Stage 1 (Classes 1 & 2)
Key Stage 2 (Classes 3 to 6)
Key Stage 3 (Classes 7 to 9)
JHS 1 – 3 (G.E.S – BECE)

The core subjects are covered in the Cambridge Curriculum Framework with textbooks and workbooks with Teacher’s Guide endorsed by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE).

Phonics

Early phonetic and literacy skills are developed using innovative reading methods such as the Jolly Phonics and Oxford Press reading schemes. Thorough Jolly phonics, students develop early reading and writing skills by learning all 42 phonetic sounds of the English Language and blending and segmenting sounds rather than simply learning the alphabet.

Differentiated Learning

Teaching an learning is differentiated according to the ability and multisensory, catering for visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learning styles. In addition, an intervention program is organised for individual students with learning challenges in various subject areas.

Christian Education

All our students have weekly Bible study lessons as well as a weekly chapel assembly. Children of all faiths are welcomed to participate.

SFCS welcomes families of all faiths and does nor discriminate against religion or ethnicity and encourages creativity, positive social interaction and teamwork.

Language Study

English is the language of instruction at Springforth. French is taught as a compulsory foreign language for students in Reception Primary and Secondary School.

Science & ICT Labs

Our Science and ICT Lab are stocked with resources and computers that will enhance hands-on learning experiences for students.

Library

Africa Library Project donated 1,000 books to enrich our Library resources.

Get your child on board!

Have a child you want to enrol with us? Our team is always ready to give your child a wonderful time and upbringing.

Evening School

The Springforth Evening School runs from 4pm-6pm, Mon -Friday to care for students whose parents cannot pick them up at the normal school closing time. Springforth staff supervise and help students with their homework, and engage them in fun enrichment activities. We provide a healthy snack and a safe happy classroom environment for students until pick up. Sign up for this service on a weekly, monthly or termly basis.

E-Learning

At Springforth, we offer virtual learning in addition to face-to-face instruction as an option for students. Students ranging across Preschool, Primary, and Secondary can learn online via ZOOM.
Given the COVID-19 Pandemic, we are flexible to the learning needs of our community. Students can switch to and from in-person learning to e-learning whenever needed.

Our Academic Structure

After School Enrichment Programmes

Springforth offers after school clubs to students every week which encourages sports, team work and the development of each child’s talents and creative skills and abilities. Some of the activities and clubs offered include: