Lusakawest Secondary School

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Lusaka West Secondary School
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Type Government
Opened2000
Grades10–12
Number of students300+
Campus1

Lusaka West Secondary School was established in 2000, under the Republic of Zambia education Act.

Contents

The school opened its doors on 15 January 2007 with nine students. By the end of the year the number had grown to more than 60. The school has a capacity of 300 students.

Accreditation

The school offers Examination Council of Zambia (ECZ) syllabus as well as IGCSE Cambridge examinations. It is accredited as an Examination Centre for the Local Examinations as well as Cambridge(External) Examinations.[ citation needed ]

Fraternity

The school has 200 students, 21 teaching staff and over 30 support staff.

Curriculum

Grade 8 to 9

The junior Secondary pupils follow the Examination Council of Zambia(ECZ) syllabus. Subjects offered are; English, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Geography, History, Civics, Office Practice, Religious Education, French and Computers.

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