Handmaids Infant Jesus

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A Brief History of Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka

Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka was established by the Handmaid of the Holy Child Jesus Congregation. The school started on the January 7, 1985 with 32 pupils and two teachers. Sr. Emmanuel Onyekwelu HHCJ, was the pioneer headmistress. In 1988, Sr. Onyekwelu was succeeded by Sr. Catherine Ikwueke HHCJ. In 1990, Sr. Anne Obiora HHCJ, took over as headmistress and served in this capacity till 1994 when she was replaced by Sr. Joanne Okereke HHCJ. Sr. Philomena Madu, HHCJ took over from Sr. Okereke in 1996 and served the school till 2009 when Sr. Rosemary Edom HHCJ took over.

Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka gained State approval in 1988 and since inception has recorded continuous growth and expansion. The population of pupils has grown to 1,500 and the staff strength stands at 43 teaching staff and 22 non-academic staff. The school has also acquired different departments such as Music, Department of creative arts; computer department, Home Economics and Foreign Languages (French). All these are geared towards the integral development of the pupils.

As a mature tree bearing sweet and fragrant fruits, Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka has developed branches. In 1995, it gave birth to Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery School, Okpuno, now a big school with the name changed to Angel Gabriel Nursery/Primary School Nodu Okpuno (formerly Akpaenyi Memorial Nursery/Primary School). Also on October 8, 2007, it gave birth to another offspring, Handmaid Girls Secondary School Amansea.

Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka is a school to reckon with in all aspects of school life and activity in Anambra State and in Nigeria on the one hand, and in Awka Diocese and in the Church in Nigeria. Her pupils have consistently participated in quizzes and other competitions both at the state and national levels and at the diocesan and ecclesiastical provincial and interdiocesan levels. She has won many trophies and plaques. Indeed, Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary is a force to reckon with in all areas of school life and activity in Awka, Anambra State and in Nigeria. Among the other schools, at least in Anambra State, the ‘fear’ of Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka, is the beginning of wisdom.

Welcome!

Welcome to Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School official website. Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School is a leading pre-primary and primary day and boarding school situated at Zik Avenue, Awka, Anambra State. At the Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary Schools, Awka, the pupils are trained to care for the poor and the less privileged. During the Lenten season, pupils save and donate to homes of less privileged. While respecting the religious affiliations of the pupils, the Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka, is committed to helping the Catholic pupils to be grounded in the Catholic faith. They are therefore taught the Catholic faith and the reception of the Sacraments is organized by the School. Catholic pupils are active members of the Holy Childhood Association. She believes every child is a promise_ therefore all children are invited to apply for admission irrespective of their academic standing. Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School wishes you a pleasant tour of her site, as she welcomes you again to the school where every child is a promise.

Our Mission

At Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka, the emphasis is on the integral development of the pupils. There is therefore commitment to the unfolding of the intellectual, moral, spiritual, human and physical endowments of the children. The result is a more rounded personalities, high achievers and great leaders. To the glory of God, former pupils of Handmaids Infant Jesus Nursery/Primary School Awka have distinguished themselves in different walks of life. Some are distinguished professionals – teachers, doctors, nurses, engineers, lawyers, priests and religious men and women.