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Daycare & playgroupWelcome to Petra Academy
Preparing skilled and future-ready leaders.
We provide an inclusive, skill-based and technology-driven learning environment where children build strong academic foundations, practical abilities, character and leadership.
Firm foundation for building excellent leaders.
Daycare to College Awka and Nnewi campuses
Skill-basedlearning for the real world
Future-readytechnology and leadership
ExcellenceHigh standards in learning, conduct and care
InnovationCreative, practical and technology-driven education
LeadershipConfidence, responsibility and positive influence
Our principles
A school built on excellence, innovation and leadership.
Petra Academy combines academic structure, practical skills, technology, creativity and character development in one caring school community. Our learners are prepared not only to succeed in examinations, but also to think, communicate, create and lead with purpose.
Learn more about usLife at Petra Academy
Friendship, kindness and community.
School life is also about belonging, celebrating together and creating joyful memories that strengthen our community.
School sections
A complete learning journey, under one roof.
Purposeful, age-appropriate education from the earliest years through College.
Nursery
Child-centred learning that develops language, confidence, independence and curiosity.
Early years foundationPrimary
Strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, science, technology, creativity and character.
Core academic growthCollege
Future-focused preparation for national and international examinations, leadership and life.
Grades 7–12Curriculum overview
A thoughtful blend of strong academics and practical learning.
Our curriculum draws from respected Nigerian and international frameworks while developing the skills, character and confidence every learner needs for the future.
NERDC Curriculum
The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council framework anchors national learning standards.
British National Curriculum
International academic structure enriches teaching, assessment and learner progression.
Montessori Method
Hands-on, child-centred activities build independence, concentration and practical understanding.
STEM Learning
Early exposure to science, technology, engineering and mathematics develops confident problem-solvers.
Robotics and Coding
Technology skills begin from the primary years through coding, programming and practical digital projects.
Weekly Leadership Development
Learners practise responsibility, communication, teamwork and purposeful leadership every week.
Social and Emotional Intelligence
Team-based activities help learners understand themselves, relate well and work effectively with others.
Why Petra
What families can expect.
A broad, inclusive education designed around academic growth, practical ability and personal development.
Personalised education
Every learner is known, supported and challenged to make meaningful progress.
Inclusive classrooms
Thoughtful care and support help learners, including pupils with special educational needs, to thrive.
Technology-driven learning
Digital classrooms, coding, programming, robotics and STEM are embedded in a practical learning culture.
Leadership and character
Weekly leadership, etiquette and responsibility sessions prepare learners to influence with excellence.
Creative expression
Music, orchestra, ballet and creative arts help learners discover and strengthen their talents.
Beyond the classroom
Excursions, local and international tours, camps and team activities broaden each learner's world.
What we offer
Learning experiences that develop the whole child.
Academic depth, digital learning, technology, leadership, creativity, sport and enriching experiences work together.
Academic and Technology
- Digital learning across the curriculum
- Google Workspace-supported learning
- STEM classes
- Coding and programming
- Robotics
- Cambridge examinations
- Creative art classes
Leadership and Life Skills
- Leadership classes
- Public speaking
- Entrepreneurial classes
- Etiquette classes
- Emotional and social intelligence
Sports and Performing Arts
- Football
- Taekwondo and self-defence
- Traditional dance
- Ballet classes
- Music and orchestra lessons
Care and Enrichment
- Inclusive SEN support
- Boarding facilities
- Educational excursions and tours abroad
- Summer classes and camps
Our admissions process
Your Petra journey starts here.
Pay the application form fee, complete the application, take the entrance examination, receive the admission decision, pay school fees and submit the remaining documents from one secure applicant account.
- 1Create an account and pay the application-form feeSelect the campus and class, then pay the required fee to unlock the complete application.
- 2Complete the applicationAfter payment verification, provide the remaining learner, guardian and document information.
- 3Take the entrance examinationFollow the approved online or onsite examination process.
- 4Pay school feesAfter an offer is made and accepted, pay the required school fees to secure enrolment.
- 5Submit the remaining documentsAccepted applicants provide the additional records required to complete enrolment.
Our campuses
Petra Academy in Awka and Nnewi.
Visit the campus that is most convenient for your family and experience the Petra learning environment.
Awka Campus
#5 Abakaliki Street, Iyiagu Estate, Awka, Anambra State08033130456awkaadmin@petraacademy.co@PetraAcademyAwka
Nnewi Campus
Lasel Junction, No. 11 Godwin Chris Street, off Ukpor Road, by Nwafor Junction, Umudim, Nnewi08033130456nnewiadmin@petraacademy.co@PetraAcademyAwka