As the new term approaches, it is important for parents to begin preparation early so as to ensure that their children and wards transition smoothly into the new academic calendar.

We know things may get a little hectic for parents in the weeks or days leading to resumption, so Premiere Academy, one of the best secondary schools in Abuja, has created this detailed back-to-school checklist for you.

It contains general school supplies, essentials for high school students, and helpful details on how to get some of them.

Back to School Essentials 

There are a lot of necessary items in this category, thereby making it easy for some things to be forgotten or overlooked, especially for first-time secondary school parents. We’ve got you covered, though, whether your child got newly promoted to high school, just joining our secondary school this session, or if you’ve been part of this big Premiere Academy family from previous academic sessions.

Here's our list of the most important school supplies:

1. Backpacks 

These come in many sizes and designs. Ensure to check the dimensions of the backpack to see if it's not too small or too big for your child.

An interesting option to consider here is the rolling backpack. It is comfortable, easy to move around, and we highly recommend it because the comfort and well-being of students matter greatly to us here. That’s another key reason why we are recognized among the best secondary schools in Abuja.

2. Lunch boxes 

It's not so cool, neither is it fun for high school students to wear a backpack and carry a lunch box at the same - especially the junior secondary school students who may struggle under the weight. So lunch boxes should either fit inside a backpack or be strapped to the front of it.

Important tip: check to be certain that the lunchbox is waterproof and will not leak any spilled food or drink. A lot of times a backpack will come with a matching lunchbox.

3. Water bottles

Secondary school learning is a process that requires top levels of concentration for long periods daily. It is important and very healthy for students to stay hydrated throughout. It is our attention to details like this that positions us among the best secondary schools in Abuja and we intend to maintain these high standards.

So students at Premiere Academy are allowed to keep water bottles in their cubby or locker, as we recognise how relevant this is to the whole learning process. If the water bottle is insulated, even better. Here are a few you can actually check out: 

1.5 Litre Capacity Water Bottle For Indoor & Outdoor Use/Gym 

LIFE Vacuum Cup Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Gold 

Large Capacity Water Bottle - 1000ml 

500ml Vacuum Thermos Travel Water Bottle Stainless Steel

4. Organizer Binders

Secondary school education involves a fair amount of work notes, textbooks, and a lot more things to keep organised. So, organiser binders are super important.

Note that our standing as a top secondary school in Abuja flows from our institutional organisation and order. And we are deliberate about helping all our high school students to imbibe this trait. That’s why we recommend folders and binders for them, in order to keep their subjects separated.

Pro tip: It's a good idea to select different colors for your kids to help them differentiate and not mix things up. 

5. Homework notebooks
   As a top boarding school in Nigeria and one of the best secondary schools in Abuja, we take homework very seriously and ensure that all students end the day with one. Many times, you have to provide paper or note cards to do the work. Make sure you add this to your shopping list as they prepare to return back to school, this won't just make them organized off the classroom, it'll help even inside it. 

Most schools stick to spiral notebooks or composition books!

6. Pencil holders
   Great for markers, pencils, pens, paintbrushes.

7. Electronics
   Premiere Academy is a top secondary school in Abuja that uses modern, electronic teaching methods and not just the traditional form of schooling. Since high school students have electronics in the classroom over here, having these tools available at home will be extra-helpful helpful for continuous learning, especially when they’re home for holidays.

Pro Tip: If you don't already own a tablet or iPad, you may consider getting one for your kids to do their homework. There are a lot of great free apps you can also download to help them practice their math or reading.

Pro Tip 2: Don't forget the headphones! Kids are being introduced to computers and all schools want kids to have their own headphones to work on a tablet or computer. The earbuds are good for the older children, but get the full padded headphones for the junior children.

We strongly advise parents to make this available for their children so they can get the best out of online education at this top secondary school in Abuja. It is also a far more hygienic option than letting them use the ones available at school. 

8. Sport kits

Our school is not one of the top secondary schools in Abuja only because of our academic excellence, but also because of our sporting endeavours.

So we will not forget to include the needs of our sporty students who will require new kits to function at optimum capacity at our football academy, and at other sporting activities. So while shopping for other things, don’t leave out the things your child needs to excel at the sports they play.