NSMQ 2025: Private Schools from Bono and Central Regions Making Their Mark

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Ellis Ferdinand
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school NSMQ 2023: Pairings for the Greater Accra Regional Championship for Today, July 4
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Ferdinand | EducationGhana | September 23 | NSMQ 2025: Private Schools from Bono and Central Regions Making Their Mark

 

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NSMQ 2025: Private Schools from Bono and Central Regions Making Their Mark

 Discover the private schools from Bono and Central Regions competing in NSMQ 2025, including Our Lady of Grace SHS and St. Andrews SHS. Read their profiles, challenges, and contributions to Ghana’s academic excellence.
The National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) has long been dominated by traditional public schools such as PRESEC-Legon, Wesley Girls’ High School, and Opoku Ware School. Yet, in NSMQ 2025, private schools across Ghana are stepping onto the national stage with renewed confidence.In this landing page, we focus on two regions — Bono and Central — where private schools are competing to shift the balance of power. From the well-established Our Lady of Grace SHS in the Bono Region to the formidable St. Andrews SHS in Central Region, these institutions are redefining the future of science and maths education in Ghana.

👉 Related: Full List of NSMQ 2025 Schools by Region

Private Schools in the Bono Region

Our Lady of Grace Senior High School (Mampong, Bono)

Our Lady of Grace SHS, located at Mampong in the Bono Region, has become one of Ghana’s fastest-rising private institutions. Founded by visionary educators and philanthropists, the school has invested heavily in STEM education, with state-of-the-art science laboratories, ICT facilities, and a structured academic mentorship program.Their qualification for NSMQ 2025 signals more than just participation. It demonstrates that private schools in emerging educational hubs like Bono are ready to challenge national heavyweights. The school’s emphasis on discipline, holistic development, and international collaboration has given its students a competitive edge.Key Features of Our Lady of Grace SHS:
  • Modern laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • A robust culture of STEM-focused competitions at regional and national levels.
  • Strong emphasis on mentorship and character formation.
Their journey in NSMQ 2025 will not only test their academic preparation but also showcase the growing influence of private education in Bono.

👉 Read More: Bono Region NSMQ 2025 Schools

Private Schools in the Central Region

The Central Region is known for educational powerhouses like Wesley Girls’ High School, Mfantsipim School, and Adisadel College. However, private schools are beginning to carve their space. In NSMQ 2025, St. Andrews Senior High School is leading the charge.

St. Andrews Senior High School (Assin Foso)

Founded in 2005, St. Andrews SHS at Assin Foso has transformed from a modest beginning into one of Ghana’s leading private schools. The school has consistently excelled in WASSCE, producing high-achieving graduates who gain admission to top universities locally and abroad.Their entry into NSMQ 2025 marks an important milestone. It reflects not just academic preparation but also a long-term commitment to promoting science and mathematics education among Ghanaian youth.Key Strengths of St. Andrews SHS:
  • Strong academic discipline backed by rigorous internal assessments.
  • Investment in science infrastructure and extracurricular quiz training.
  • A fast-growing alumni base contributing to mentorship and support systems.

👉 See Also: Central Region NSMQ 2025 Landing Page

Why These Private Schools Matter in NSMQ 2025

The participation of Our Lady of Grace SHS (Bono) and St. Andrews SHS (Central) reflects a broader trend in Ghana’s education landscape: private schools are challenging old hierarchies. While the NSMQ has historically been dominated by public schools, the entry of private schools demonstrates the strength of Ghana’s diversified educational system.Their presence matters for several reasons:
  1. Representation: They bring regional balance, ensuring smaller or newer institutions get national recognition.
  2. Diversity: Their entry expands the contest beyond traditional mission and government schools.
  3. Competitiveness: By competing at a high level, they raise the overall standards of the competition.
👉 Related: NSMQ 2025 Seeded Schools

Challenges Faced by Private Schools

Despite their successes, private schools face unique hurdles in the NSMQ:
  • Limited Government Support: Unlike public schools, they rely largely on private funding and fees.
  • Resource Gaps: Some still struggle with the high costs of maintaining advanced science labs.
  • Perception Bias: Many are still seen as “underdogs” compared to century-old institutions.
Yet, the progress of Our Lady of Grace SHS and St. Andrews SHS shows that vision and investment can bridge the gap.

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The Road Ahead

As the NSMQ 2025 unfolds, all eyes will be on these private schools. Can they hold their own against seasoned public-school champions? Will they surprise Ghanaians with a deep run into the later stages of the competition?Regardless of the outcome, their qualification alone has already made history. For both Bono and Central Regions, private education has proven that it can produce students who can stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in Ghana.

Conclusion

The inclusion of Our Lady of Grace SHS (Bono Region) and St. Andrews SHS (Central Region) in NSMQ 2025 is not just about competition. It is about redefining what private education in Ghana can achieve. Their participation enriches the contest, raises standards, and gives hope to other private institutions across the country.Private schools are no longer spectators in the NSMQ — they are active competitors shaping the future of science and mathematics education in Ghana.

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