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This unified scheme of work for basic class 1 will guide effective teaching and learning in private and government schools. A scheme of work is an academic outline that is designed to state what is to be covered within a specific time. It is usually for an academic session (first, second and third term). This is so because it helps teachers plan their lessons, that way they can make sure their lessons are taught before the end of the school year.
Basic primary education is the foundation of a child’s educational development, it is in primary school that a child will learn the basic skills that will prepare him for life. In this academic stage, pupils need to be empowered with quality education as it will positively impact their lives.
The old curriculum was reviewed in 2023. The reviewed unified scheme of works covers various subjects that aid in the proper upbringing of a child. This scheme of work is derived from the Lagos State Ministry of Education curriculum.
The Lagos State Ministry of Education Curriculum for Basic Primary Education covers 14 subjects that the pupils will take, with two subjects (Agriculture and Home Economics) being optional. Below are the list of subjects taken in Basic Primary Classes:
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The primary 1 scheme of work is obtained from the Lagos State Government Ministry of Education Unified Schemes of Work for Primary Schools. It outlines the curriculum and learning objectives for pupils in their first year of primary education. It is also a structured plan for teachers/ educators to follow throughout the academic year.
The subjects included in the primary one scheme of work are English Studies, Mathematics, Basic Science and Technology(Basic Science, Information Technology and Physical Health Education), National Values Education(Civic Education, Security Education, Social Studies), Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, Islamic Religious Studies, Christian Religious Studies, Arabic, History, and Cultural & Creative Art.
The scheme of work is primarily used by teachers/educators, home tutors and parents to plan their lessons and ensure they are covering all the required topics that are needed by the pupils at that stage.
The average age of learners in Basic 1 is 6 to 7 years old. This stage, which is known as the transitional stage from nursery to basic classes, will serve as a hallmark of their basic-level education.
The values embedded in the national values education are Civic Education, Security Education and Social Studies. These combined subjects will instil basic values in the heart of the student.
Parents can use the scheme of work by having a copy of the scheme of work with them so that they can follow up on what their child is learning at school.This can help them support their child’s learning at home by talking about the topics being covered in class and finding related activities.
The scheme is designed to build the genesis of foundation for their basic level education. At basic 1, the scheme will prepare them to write independently, such as writing simple sentences correctly, blending and pronouncing multiple words independently, attempting simple arithmetic with little or no support from their tutors etc.
