Welcome message from the Country Head of Schools
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Prospective Families,
It is with great delight that I welcome you to Enko Schools of Cameroon which consists of Enko La Gaieté Secondary School, the first school among the Enko Education network of schools, Enko Bonanjo, the second school among the Enko Education network of schools, and Enko La Gaieté Primary School, the First primary school among the Enko Education network of schools,
We are proud to be the leading schools in Cameroon offering quality international education from Pre-Kindergarten to grade 13. Our teaching and learning are guided by the Cambridge International Examinations curriculums and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme curriculum. As we aim to prepare learners for studies in the best universities in the world; we see a combination of Cambridge Lower Secondary and Cambridge Upper Secondary as a strong foundation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The IBDP is held in the highest regard by top universities in the world.
Come and join a school that puts students at the centre of teaching and learning.
Country Head of Schools, Enko Education, Cameroon.
Vision:
To become a reference for international education in Africa.
Mission Statement:
We aim to have all learners, ages 11 to 19, access engaging educational opportunities in an active, diverse, and inclusive academic environment such that they can experience success at university and beyond. We will achieve this by putting together relevant, engaging, and challenging curriculums that prepare them to be at the fore of creativity, leadership, lifelong learning, and development of an ever-evolving world.
Our values:
Vincent Thierry Adam
Country Head of Schools
Thierry joined Enko Education in September 2018 as the Founding Head of School of the Enko Ouaga schools.. Before joining Enko Education, Thierry was Director General of Ecole Ruban Vert, the International School of Gabon. Before that Thierry was a founding member of staff for 15 years at Northfields International School, Mauritius. With 22 years of International school experience, of which 12 in senior leadership & management and IB administration in three premium schools, Thierry’s passion for internationally Minded Schools and the African child is unparalleled.
Atumo Manih Khurde
Principal / IBDP Coordinator
Atumo Manih Khurde is a founding teacher, Diploma Programme Coordinator, Cambridge programme coordinator for Enko Bonanjo Campus. He Holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Yaoundé 1 in Biochemistry. He Teaches Chemistry for the IBDP secondary 2 programmes.Since joining Enko Bonanjo in 2016, he has been part of Enko Bonanjo Professional learning community and has accumulated more than 350 hours of continuous professional development.Most recently, he completed the Australian Schools Leading Teachers Colloquium organized by the National Excellence In School Leadership Initiative. He has close to 8 years experience with working in international education.
Benedict Njodzeka
Finance Officer
In charge of finance at Enko Bonanjo, but previously Finance and account assistant at ISS Facility Service of London, Finance Assistant at Plan International United Kingdom. Assistant Lecturer at the Catholic University of Buea. He has a Master in Finance and accounting
Munoh Adeline Ajeck
University and Career Counselor/ English as Second Language Teacher/ SEN and Inclusion Officer
Munoh Adeline Ajeck epse Massango is passionate about counselling and teaching. This makes her happy as she sees young learners develop skills needed for the future and gain admissions to top universities. She hungers for knowledge as she is currently enrolled in a Master’s Degree in Education and doing a one Year flagship Counseling program to become a certified counsellor. This quest for knowledge is to give the best to our learners as our mission is to get them to the world’s best universities and develop the required skills for their dream job. Hard Work, Resilience, Caring and Commitment describes Munoh.
Nkoualong Nyaheu Patience
Cambridge Coordinator/ Visual Arts Teacher
Holder of a Higher Diploma in Visual Arts and History of Arts / Master Pro
Teaching at Enko Bonanjo since 2019. she participated to different exhibitions like: Mosaique in 2018 at Yaoundé, Last Picture Show in 2019 and 2020 edition at Douala and Lagos, La Nuit des Idées at Bandjoun Station in 2021.
Claude Asobo
CAS Coordinator / Extended Essay Coordinator and ESS teacher
Muluh Claude Asobo is the CAS/Extended Essay Coordinator as well as the Environment systems and Society’s (Ess) teacher at Enko Bonanjo Campus. He holds a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Geology and Environmental science from the University of Buea. He has 7years of experience teaching in the national and international system of education. He is also an IB examiner and principally teaches the IB Diploma program. He aspires to create a robust learning management system that develops students skills in CAS.
Njume Atabe Elvis
English Language and Literature Instructor / IB English B Instructor /Head of Department Languages
Njume Atabe Elvis, is an English Language and Literature instructor at Enko Bonanjo Campus. He holds a Bachelors degree in Literature and a Minor in performing Visual Arts. He has acquired 3 years of experience teaching in the IGCSE curriculum and 3 years with the local system. He hopes to see learners managing themselves in learning behaviour, and commitment to achieving their academic goals.
Akoh Nixon Akoh
Middle Years Coordinator, HOD Humanities, IGCSE Global Perspectives Teacher, IB Diploma Global Politics & TOK Teacher.
Akoh Nixon Akoh is a Global Perspectives and Global Politics/TOK Teacher. He is Cameroonian and holds a Master of Science Degree in Geography. Nixon has over 10 years of experience in Human, Economic, Physical & Environmental Geography, Geopolitics and other related subjects
He has a keen interest in global warming/climate change alongside contemporary Geopolitical and environmental issues. He has a strong research background in Social Sciences.
Nixon has been in the international classroom setting for over 5 years, principally teaching the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge Examiner in Geography.
Azifuet Efiaboh
Humanities, IGCSE Global Perspectives, IB Economic Teacher.
Azifuet Efiaboh, a professional and enthusiastic teacher who earned a Bachelor’s degree in curriculum studies and Economics from the university of Buea.
She teaches global perspective at IGCSE level, IB Economics and humanities at midlle school. She is versed in teaching learners of age 9 years to 18 years old. She is passionate in fostering student’s growth and development and has
over five years of both local and international curriculum teaching experience.
Théophile Alain Sandjong Kenmoe
Théophile Alain Sandjong Kenmoe, plus de 24 déja au service de l’éducation. Il est actuellement Facilitateur de Français A: Langue et littérature CAT2, au programme du baccalauréat international, et Français au Cambridge IGCSE . Social impact lead à Enko Bonanjo depuis 2021. Avant d’arriver à Enko, Il était professeur de lycées et collèges, inspecteur pédagogique, et bien de nombreuses fonctions pédagogiques telles que Directeur d’école et Spécialiste de l’éducation à l’ONG Walking for Kid de Monaco au Cameroun.
Ekuka Eric Itoe
Cambridge checkpoint Mathematics / IGCSE Business studies / IB Economics Teacher
Ekuka Eric Itoe, holds a Bsc. in Economics from the University of Buea.He teaches Cambridge checkpoint Math, IGCSE Business studies and IB Economics at Enko Bonanjo Campus . He has 10 years experience in the National and International systems of Education.He is also a motivational speaker and a Business coach. He is interested in exploring new dimensions in the Business World.
Paul Ngwa
Information and computer technology Teacher
He is a holder of a Category 2 professional teacher’s certificate from the school of teacher training at the prestigious University of Bamenda. His experience in teaching young learners have spawned enthusiasm and desire to incorporate a variety of teaching approaches that permeate the learning environment for learners coming from different cultural backgrounds. As part of his vision, He intends to foster trans-disciplinarity and inclusive education in my community and the world at large.
Tawah Raissa Ngoubeyou
English /Humanities / Global perspectives Teacher
Tawah teaches English and Humanities at EBIS. She holds a Masters Degree in Linguistics from the University of Yaounde, with 10 years of experience teaching English across different levels. As a sociable person, she looks forward to creating a friendly atmosphere for students at EBIS where learning is approached in the most fun manner for better comprehension.
Euodice Peohchanjih
French/English Language Teacher
Euodice teaches French and English at EBIS. Holder of a MA Degree in Linguistics and African Langauges, she has 5 years experience in teaching. She looks forward to exploring new avenues into the Cambridge Program while passing on knowledge to students.
Ngome Carlson
Science & Mathematics Teacher / Middle School
Ngome Carlson is a Science & Mathematics Teacher who holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Geo-science.
He taught voluntarily as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (for about 1 and half years) in the Department of Geology, Mining & Environmental Science of the University of Bamenda, Cameroon.
Carlson has been teaching Cambridge Middle School Mathematics & Science at Enko Bonanjo for 4months today (from the 25th August 2021 till date).
As someone grounded in scientific research, he always seeks new ways to grow in knowledge. He has keen interest in the application of scientific & mathematical principles / concepts in real world scenarios to solve problems & create a positive change.
Nche Zenobia Ngum
English Language and Literature Teacher
Zenobia joint EBIS in 2019 and currently teaches English and Literature across different levels within the IGCSE and the IB diploma programs. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English Modern Letters from the University of Yaounde 1 with over 7 years of teaching experience; 2 in the national system of education and 5 in the international curriculum. She is currently enrolled in a Master’s Degree in Education program at University of the people. She has passion for teaching and always looks forward to creating a friendly atmosphere where learners can interact responsibly and manage their behaviour, while meeting their academic objectives.
Cheuko kameni Olga
French Teacher
Madame CHEUKO KAMENI Olga, philosophe et féministe engagée, diplômée de la faculté des lettres et sciences humaines de l’Université de Yaoundé I en philosophie option métaphysique et esthétique.Elle enseigne la langue française dans les écoles internationales depuis 20 ans. Elle est examinatrice du baccalauréat international depuis 3 ans et chargée de la protection de l’enfant à Enko Bonanjo depuis un an.
Elle pense que le savoir est un pouvoir et le pouvoir un devoir. La femme à le devoir d’utiliser sa volonté de puissance et sa féminité qui se démontre a travers ses combats pour ‘réhumaniser” l’humanité en perte de valeurs.
Nyingcho Emmanuel
IB/Cambridge Biology facilitator
Nyingcho Emmanuel teaches IB and IGCSE Biology at Enko Bonanjo. He holds a bachelor degree in Microbiology and Parasitology from the University of Buea and a professional Master’s degree in Quality Control and Management from the University of Ngaoundere.
Nyingcho Emmanuel has 7 years of teaching experience and 3 years in international education. He is well grounded in scientific research and ready to assist learners in their internal assessments and extended essays.
Ndzenchimbare Oliver Petiangma
Chemistry Teacher
Petiangma joined us in August 2017. He passionately teaches IGCSE Chemistry, IBDP Chemistry for the secondary 1 programme and he also teaches IBDP Environmental Systems and Societies for the secondary 2 programme. He is a Cameroonian and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Earth science from the University of Yaounde 1. He has over 14 years of teaching experience in the international setting.
He is currently doing master of Education degree.
FOTSING Lucienne
French Teacher
Elle rejoint le groupe Enko en 2018 comme enseignante de français, avec 09 Années d’expérience d’enseignement de la langue française dans les lycées et collèges nationaux.
Titulaire d’une licence en lettre trilingue ( Français- anglais- espagnol) et d’un Master en langue et linguistique française a l’Université de Dschang. Elle aide la jeunesse à acquérir l’Art de la vie et de la bonne conduite tout en facilitant l’apprentissage du savoir.
School and Community
Enko Bonanjo Campus is a private international school located in Douala, Cameroon. Enko Bonanjo is the first IB school in Douala. The school offers modern education. Our learners are mostly Cameroonians from middle- class families, with the ambition to study in the world’s best universities. A great percentage of our parents have obtained Graduate Degrees. Eighteen students have receive scholarships from the Enko Education based on merits and need – learners who are talented but cannot afford to pay tuition. On the whole, 10% of our student body have received scholarship from Enko Education. Learners learn to grow African roots and global wings, by learning about their African cultures, while being exposed to travel opportunities through international trip and conferences.
Enko Bonanjo has highly-qualified personnel: The majority have a Master’s Degree in their subject or are currently working on its completion. IB teachers are subject trained, with the majority IB examiners. All our staffs receive over 150 hours of in-house professional development per year. The school currently has 180 learners.
Curriculum
Enko Bonanjo Campus offers the Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE for learners aged 11-16, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for learners ages 16-18. We offer the following IB courses at Higher and Level standards: English A: Language and Literature; English B, French A: Language and Literature, French B: Language Acquisition, French Abinitio, Economics, Global Politics, Information and Technology in the Global Society, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science,
Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, Business Management, Environmental Systems and Societies and Visual Arts. Full Diploma students take 6 IB subjects, 3 at Higher Level and 3 at Standard Level. For learners coming from the national curriculum, Enko Bonanjo has developed a “Foundation Year” in Grade 10, which allows learners to transition to the IB curriculum and to maximize their chances of success at the IB. Students enrolling for the IB diploma are highly selective based on a holistic approach. The school has a total number of 180 students and 15% of the student body takes the IB. Enko Bonanjo is a May session school and has two semesters with the First semester starting from September to December and Second semester starts from January and ends in June. Students enrolled in the Cambridge IGCSE graduates with a minimum of passing in four papers. Students enrolled in the IB graduates with a High School Diploma.
Grading and ranking procedures
Eligible students enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme may qualify for the full diploma or receive certificates in the subjects they take. Students in the IB Diploma Program are graded on a 7.0 scale. All grades are unweighted. Students at Enko Bonanjo Campus are not ranked and neither are their cumulative GPA. Grading is based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) grade system of 1-7 scale with 3 being the minimum passing grade, Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay are part of the 2 -year IB Diploma. Students take 6 courses and could earn up to 42 points. This is added to the possible 3 points for exemplary performance in TOK course and Extended Essay. Thus, the total point score is 45. Enko Bonanjo Campus does not convert IB points to any other grading system. For Foundation Year, grading is based on the IB grade system of 1-7. Students have to take 9 subjects – broad- based to help them make good choices at the level of DP 1. They also do Introduction to Research Writing to help them prepare for Extended Essay at the DP level.
Students enrolled in the Cambridge Lower Secondary take the Progression Tests as well as the Checkpoint diagnostic assessment in Form 3. For IGCSE, grading is based on the Cambridge International Examinations grade system of A* – G. Students also have subjects with Core and Extended levels to choose from.
Extra curricular activities
The Enko Bonanjo Campus learning experience is enhanced by its after-school activities. The school offers a number of after school clubs such as Dance, Food and Nutrition, Leadership, Science, Journalism, Language, Band, Coding, Environmental, Model United Nations, SOD (social organization and developmental club), tournaments, community services (raising funds for orphans online), assist local health foundations in sharing face masking and hand sanitisers to local communities, participate in an online dance competition, online fitness program, making local hand sanitisers for the needy, tutoring in orphanages, cleaning local community markets and creating of a web page for CAS activities. In addition, many of our students are involved in sporting activities, vocational internships (Tailoring and hair braiding)
2023 University Acceptances
Graduates from our first, second and third cohort are currently attending these universities:
Catholic University of Douala, Cameroon, University of Ghana; The University of Nairobi, Kenya; Academic City University, Ghana; University of Pretoria, South Africa; University of Montreal, Canada; Centennial College, Canada; College La Salle, Canada; Concordia University, Canada; McMaster University, University of Toronto, Canada; York University, Canada; University of Montreal, Canada; University of Manitoba, Canada; Saint Mary University, Canada; Laval University Canada; University of Montreal, Canada; Polytechnic School of Montreal, Canada; University of Sherbrook, Canada; University of Ottawa, Canada; Carleton University, Canada; Georgia Tech University, US; Houston University, US; University of California, San Diego, US; Carnegie Texas Tech, US; University of Delaware, US; Texas Tech, US; Loyola University, US; Seattle University, US; Rochester Institute of Technology, US; Illinois Institute of Technology; US; University of Delaware, US; Towson University, US; University of Maryland, College Park, US; Concord University, US; Boston University, US; Indiana University Bloomington, US; Carnegie Mellon University, US; New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), US; Florida Institute of Technology, US; Capitol Technology University, US; Suffolk University, US; Lasell University, US; Simmons University, US; Depaul University, US; Loyola University; Institute de Science Financiare et d’Assurances, France; EDC Paris, France; ESAM School of Management and Finance, France, ISF International Business School, France; IESEG School of Management – Paris; ESSEC Business School, France; EDHEC Business School; The American University of Paris, France; Skema Business School. Westminster University, UK; Bristol University, UK; Southampton University, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium; Caucasus International University
A school of the Enko Education network
Enko Education is a fast-growing network of African international schools, increasing access to the world’s best universities for learners across Africa.
Enko Education has developed an innovative model. Our programmes lead to globally recognized and sought after qualifications. We are able to offer those at a fraction of the cost charged by other international schools in Africa. Furthermore, Enko learners are supported in their higher education applications through our university guidance programme. It supports them in selecting the right universities and then securing both admission and financing for their studies. We offer an outstanding learning experience striving to educate our learners with Africa at heart and the world in mind.
Enko Education’s model is showing impressive results with learners joining top universities like Yale University (USA), Sciences Po (Fr), the University of Toronto (Canada) and many more.
With 15 schools across Africa, Enko Education aims to open 30 more schools in at least 20 African countries over the next five years. Several international financing institutions, including Proparco, I & P, Oiko Credit and LiquidAfrica, support Enko Education’s ambition.
15 Schools
9 Countries
2800 Students
Welcome message from the Head of Secondary
EBIS: Enko Bonanjo International School, has a vision to be the reference school for international education in Africa, The school the Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. These programs provide students with a rigorous program that prepares them for academic success and post secondary opportunities. The school places emphasis on excellence and is dedicated to providing a holistic education. Enko Bonanjo’s commitment to an internationally minded education fosters a multicultural environment, equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Gerald Atumo
English