Our Programme

School Development & Student Support Programme

An additional layer of structured guidance alongside a student's formal education.

Purpose

What the programme sets out to do

The programme helps students move beyond simply completing their secondary education to understanding how to navigate it effectively. Students are supported to:

Structure

Three complementary areas

Academic Navigation

Helping students understand and navigate their educational journey, including academic choices, career exploration, university preparation, examinations, admission processes, scholarship opportunities and effective use of learning resources.

Life & Skills

Helping students develop practical skills and awareness relevant to communication, etiquette, decision-making, responsibility and the transition into adulthood.

Civil Consciousness

Helping students understand society, institutions and their role as members of society, while developing the ability to think critically about the issues around them.

Although the three areas are distinct, they work together to provide a broader form of student support.

Who It's For

Senior Secondary students, by stage

SSS1
Adjusting to Senior Secondary School, developing study habits, and beginning to explore academic and career possibilities.
SSS2
Deeper academic and career exploration, examination preparation, and university awareness.
SSS3
Immediate support with examinations, JAMB/UTME, admissions, scholarships, and the transition to life after secondary school.
Schedule

Three sessions per term

The programme runs throughout the academic year, giving approximately nine sessions per year.

TermAcademic NavigationLife & SkillsCivil Consciousness
First TermSession 1Session 2Session 3
Second TermSession 4Session 5Session 6
Third TermSession 7Session 8Session 9
Delivery

How sessions are ran

Sessions may incorporate presentations, guided discussions, question-and-answer sessions, real-life scenarios, group activities, and practical assignments where appropriate.

What Antcircle Provides

Our responsibilities

  1. Programme planningContent, structure and activities for each session.
  2. Session preparationMaterials, presentations and resources.
  3. Session deliveryProfessional, age-appropriate delivery.
  4. CoordinationWorking within the school's rules and procedures.
What Schools Provide

Support required

  1. ApprovalPermission to run the programme.
  2. SchedulingSuitable dates around the school timetable.
  3. Staff contactA point of contact for coordination.
  4. VenueAn appropriate venue and student attendance.
Monitoring

Keeping the programme relevant

Monitoring is carried out through student and staff feedback, post-session review, and ongoing communication with the school's designated representative.

Next Step

Interested in hosting the SDSSP?

We'd welcome the chance to discuss the programme with your school.