School Policies

THE PREMIER CORNERSTONE ACADEMY

Policies & Procedures Guide for Students & Parents

Building academic excellence, moral discipline, responsibility, and a safe environment for every child.

School Address: Lane 12, No. 52, Dalute, Arapaja Road, Odo-Ona Elewe, Oluyole LGA, via New Garage, Ibadan, Oyo State
Telephone: +234 806 530 7832 | +234 706 715 7460

OUR POLICIES

Our policies provide a clear framework for admission, school fees, responsible use of school facilities, student and parent conduct, and the protection and safeguarding of every child within our school community.

01 — ADMISSION POLICY

The Premier Cornerstone Academy welcomes applications for Creche, Pre-School, Basic, Junior Secondary School (JSS 1–3), and Senior Secondary School (SSS 1–3), including eligible transfer students.

Admission is based on merit, available space, age/readiness, academic qualifications, and applicable assessment results. The school does not discriminate on the basis of gender, religion, or background.

Key admission requirements may include:

  • Completed admission form
  • Birth certificate or age declaration
  • NIN Slip where applicable
  • Previous academic records for transfer students
  • Immunization/health records
  • Passport photographs
  • Transfer and conduct certificates where applicable
  • Entrance assessment and/or interview

Entrance Assessment

  • JSS 1: English Language and Mathematics
  • SSS 1: English Language and Mathematics
  • A minimum overall score of 50% is required for admission consideration.
  • Scores of 40%–49% may be considered for probation or interview review, subject to available spaces.
  • Scores below 40% do not qualify for admission.

Admission Process:
Application → Entrance Examination/Assessment → Interview → Admission Letter → Acceptance & Documentation.

Late admission may be considered where spaces remain. Students with special learning needs will be supported as resources allow.

02 — SCHOOL FEES POLICY

Our school fees policy promotes transparency, accountability, and consistency in the payment and management of school fees.

School fees may include tuition, registration, development levy, examination fees, uniforms, books, and other approved charges.

Payment Requirements

  • 70% of applicable fees should be paid before the first day of each term unless otherwise approved in writing.
  • Payments must be made through the school’s designated bank account or approved digital payment channels.
  • Instalment arrangements require prior written approval from the Bursar or Accountant.
  • Parents/guardians must provide proof of payment to the Accounts Department for official acknowledgment and receipt.

Late Payment & Non-Payment

A late-payment penalty of 5%–10% of the outstanding balance may apply where stipulated by the school.

Persistent non-payment may result in restrictions on access to classes, assessments or examination results, and continued default may lead to withdrawal of enrolment.

Refunds & Withdrawal

School fees are generally non-refundable once a student has resumed for the term, except in exceptional circumstances approved by Management.

Parents who have paid but do not intend to resume should notify the school at least two weeks before resumption for consideration of any applicable refund.

Registration fees, uniforms, books, and applicable charges are non-refundable.

The school may also provide merit-based scholarships or discounts at Management’s discretion.

03 — FACILITY MAINTENANCE POLICY

Every student is expected to use school facilities responsibly and help maintain a clean, safe, respectful, and orderly environment.

This policy applies to:

  • Classrooms
  • Laboratories
  • Library
  • Sports facilities
  • Toilets and washrooms
  • Common areas
  • School grounds

Students Are Expected To:

  • Keep facilities clean and tidy
  • Handle equipment responsibly
  • Report damage or safety concerns
  • Respect school property
  • Follow all facility-specific rules

Examples of prohibited conduct include: littering, vandalism, unauthorized use of facilities, and careless handling of school equipment.

Consequences

Depending on the severity and frequency of an offence, consequences may include:
Warning/Cleaning Duty → Detention/Fine → Suspension or Expulsion.

Where damage occurs, parents/guardians may be responsible for applicable repair costs.

04 — STUDENT & PARENT BEHAVIOURAL POLICY

The school maintains high standards of discipline, respect, responsibility, and appropriate conduct.

Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to:

  • Respect teachers, staff, fellow students, and school property
  • Avoid fighting, bullying, disruptive behaviour, stealing, vandalism, and examination malpractice
  • Wear the approved school uniform and maintain the required appearance
  • Follow classroom, assembly, movement, and school-ground rules
  • Use English as the official language of instruction and communication within the school, except where another language is officially being taught
  • Respect the school anthem, national anthem, national pledge, and national flag
  • Follow instructions and obtain permission when leaving their classrooms

Serious offences may result in counselling, detention, suspension, community service, or expulsion, depending on the circumstances and severity.

Parent & Guardian Responsibilities

Parents and guardians are important partners in their children’s education and character development.

Parents are expected to:

  • Support and respect school rules, values, and disciplinary procedures
  • Maintain respectful communication with school personnel
  • Attend relevant meetings, open days, and school events
  • Provide the school with relevant medical and allergy information
  • Notify the school when a child will be absent
  • Keep children who are ill at home and notify the school appropriately
  • Follow the school’s official communication and complaint channels
  • Respect school security and visitation procedures
  • Cooperate with the school regarding disciplinary matters
  • Demonstrate patience, calmness, and respect when dealing with staff and students

Official communication pathway:
Class Teacher → HOD → Vice Principal (Administration/Academics) → Principal

05 — CHILD PROTECTION & SAFEGUARDING POLICY

The Premier Cornerstone Academy is committed to protecting the safety, welfare, dignity, and rights of every child in its care.

Our safeguarding framework is designed around the Nigerian child-protection and education framework and references relevant national and international instruments, including the Child’s Rights Act 2003, Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, VAPP Act 2015, Universal Basic Education Act, National Policy on Education, Oyo State Child’s Rights Law, UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child.

We Protect Children From:

  • Physical abuse
  • Emotional abuse
  • Sexual abuse and exploitation
  • Neglect
  • Bullying and cyberbullying
  • Child labour
  • Trafficking and exploitation
  • Other forms of harm or inappropriate treatment

Safeguarding Responsibilities

School Management & Board

  • Maintain compliance with applicable child-protection requirements
  • Review safeguarding policies
  • Support effective safeguarding practices

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

  • Acts as the focal point for safeguarding concerns
  • Receives and documents reports
  • Maintains confidential records
  • Refers serious cases to appropriate authorities

Staff & Volunteers

  • Must understand and follow safeguarding procedures
  • Must report concerns or disclosures immediately
  • Participate in safeguarding training

Reporting Concerns

Where a child may be at risk:

1. Ensure the child’s immediate safety.
2. Report the concern immediately to the DSL.
3. Document the concern appropriately.
4. Refer serious cases to the appropriate child-protection or law-enforcement authorities.
5. Maintain confidentiality on a strict need-to-know basis.

The school also maintains safer recruitment procedures, annual safeguarding training, online-safety awareness, and secure safeguarding record keeping.

OUR COMMITMENT

At The Premier Cornerstone Academy, we believe that quality education extends beyond academic achievement. We are committed to creating an environment where children are educated, disciplined, respected, protected, and prepared for responsible citizenship.

We encourage every student, parent, guardian, and member of staff to understand and uphold these policies so that together we can maintain a positive, safe, and productive school community.

POLICY REVIEW

School policies are reviewed periodically and, where applicable, annually to ensure continued alignment with educational standards, operational requirements, and relevant legal and safeguarding requirements.

PARENT & STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By enrolling a child at The Premier Cornerstone Academy, parents/guardians acknowledge that they have received, read, and understood the school’s policies and agree to support their child’s compliance with the rules and regulations of the school.

The Premier Cornerstone Academy
Excellence in Education • Character • Discipline • Safeguarding

For enquiries: +234 806 530 7832 | +234 706 715 7460