“What if a school was born from a chief’s desire for education?” That’s the story of Nungua Senior High School. This school stands in the heart of Nungua along the Accra-Tema beach road.
Nungua Senior High School began in 1958. Nii Daniel Quaye Tawiah founded it. He was a native of Nungua. His son, Enoch Otu Quaye, became chief. He was installed with the stool name Nii Odai Ayiku IV.
Enoch was only 15. He had been at Presbyterian Secondary School in Odumase-Krobo. He wanted to continue his education. He also needed to be available for chieftaincy duties.
Nii Quaye Tawiah transformed his home. It became classrooms and an administration block. It also had staff bungalows. He funded the school himself. Later, the government took over.
Nungua Senior High School presented its first students for the General Certificate of Education in May 1963. There were 15 students.
Nungua Senior High School aims high. Its vision is to be a top-class school. It emphasizes academics and good morals. It also focuses on spiritual discipline.
Nungua Senior High School’s motto is “Per Ardua Ad Alta.” This Latin phrase means “Through Difficulties to the Heights.” It means it takes effort to achieve great things. The school crest has five stars symbolizing this idea. The motto inspires students to aim for excellence.
Nungua Senior High School is a public school. It admits both boys and girls. It offers day and boarding options. It has five programs. These include Business, Home Economics, Visual Arts, General Arts, and General Science.
Nungua Senior High School has facilities. These include classrooms and a library. A computer lab ensures computer literacy. A science laboratory allows for practical learning. There is also a facility for food and nutrition studies.
Nungua Senior High School provides a serene environment. Students can focus on their studies. The environment is secure. About 27% of Nungua Senior High School graduates get accepted into a University.
Nungua Senior High School has a website. You can find it at nunsec.com. The school’s nickname is Ablade. Nungua Senior High School continues to educate young graduates. It prepares them for the future.