About Us
Gopherwood School is named after the biblical Gopherwood tree from Genesis 6:14, which symbolizes strength, durability, and protection. The school is a premier educational institution focused on nurturing students through innovative teaching, holistic development, and academic excellence in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Like the biblical wood that withstood the great flood, the school aims to build resilient students with strong character who can navigate life's challenges. The institution emphasizes providing a solid educational foundation, embracing innovation while maintaining timeless principles, and creating a safe space where every student can discover their potential.
The school's commitment is to shape tomorrow's leaders by developing not just academic skills, but also character, creativity, critical thinking, and compassion—making it more than just an educational institution, but a community dedicated to building strong, capable individuals who will positively impact the world.
OUR CORE VALUES
- ▶Excellence
- ▶Forgiveness
- ▶Love
- ▶Integrity
- ▶Service
- ▶Tolerance
OUR MISSION
- ▶To provide an impeccable British education in a Nigerian cultural setting.
- ▶To equip adequately and properly motivated, confident, stable, and balanced individuals that can match their peers in any sphere globally.
OUR AIMS ARE
- ▶To establish a very happy, secure, well-ordered, and stimulating environment.
- ▶To promote respect for others, their property, and their environment.
- ▶To develop good working habits, and encourage an inquiring mind.
- ▶To provide a broad and stimulating curriculum.
- ▶To help use language effectively and develop love for books and reading.
- ▶To encourage a positive relationship between home, school, and the wider community.
Meet Our Management
Mrs Grace Omoyemi Bello
Propritress
Mrs. Grace Omoyemi Bello is a dedicated educator with over thirty-five years of experience. She began her teaching career in 1989 at Corona School, Victoria Island, and rose to the role of Junior Sectional Head. She later served as a pioneer staff member at Lekki British Junior School and Head Teacher at Lead-Forte Gate Montessori School. She holds an M.Sc. in Educational Psychology from the University of Lagos and a B.Sc. in Physics Education from Obafemi Awolowo University. Mrs. Bello has attended several international courses in Africa and Europe, reflecting her commitment to excellence and continuous growth in education.
Mrs Apata A.I
Principal
As a dedicated educational leader, Mrs. Apata.A.l has been serving with Gopherwood school for over eleven years with a passion for fostering academic excellence and raising a total child. With her years of experience in education, she has developed a deep understanding of what makes a school community thrive. . She holds a B.Sc in Accounting and a PGD in Education. She has attended several seminars and lectures on Education psychology and management. She is committed to continually provide a world-class education that prepares students for success in college, careers, and beyond.
Mrs. Ngwu Florence
Administrator
As an Administrator and Secretary of the School, Mrs. Ngwu Florence is a resourceful and exciting woman who loves contributing to the growth of little children in school administration and management with good customer relations, excellent interpersonal and good organizational skills. School administration and facility management is dynamic especially in the face of the ever growing technological breakthroughs in the world, now characterized by the computer age. She holds a B.Sc in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management from Lagos State University, Lagos. She also attended Real Vision Computer Institute, Lagos for a Diploma Program in Computer Studies. She has attended several seminars and lectures.