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 La Gaieté International School
IB Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
Enko La Gaieté Mission statement
We aim to prepare students to study in the best universities of the world whom, upon graduating, play key roles in the global community. This we wish to achieve by assembling a highly qualified and dedicated teaching faculty that will deliver a holistic curriculum within a mutlicultural setting where critical thinking abilities and lifelong learning skills are developed.
Our values
Caring
We seek to develop others and ourselves
We are positive and optimistic
We build trust through honest and open communication
Pathmakers
We dare to start and then improve
We design new solutions relevant to our unique context, without reinventing the wheel
We are humble and ambitious
Committed
We are resilient, we don’t give up
We do what we say and say what we do
We take ownership of our objectives and go the extra-mile to achieve them
Team-spirited
We practice solidarity: we go beyond our own responsibilities to support our team mates
We empower others to thrive and to grow together
We celebrate our diversity
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.
Amos MUMELEUH
Principal & Cambridge Coordinator / IBDP Examiner
A passionate Cambridge and IB certified educator with almost 2 decades of working with students. A Physics Teacher, holder of BSc in Physics and M.Ed from University of the People, USA.
Values autonomy and self-agency for global citizenship.
Feh Matthew Doh
IBDP Coordinator
Mr. Feh Matthew Doh is an accomplished educator and leader with an impressive academic and professional background. He holds a BA in English Modern Letters from the University of Yaoundé I and a professional diploma in Human Resources Management from the Institute for Management and Professional Training (IMPT), Yaounde. Additionally, he has earned a certificate in MBA from the University of South Wales, London.
Mr. Doh, with over five years of experience, teaches IBDP English A: Language and Literature, IBDP English B: Language Acquisition, IGCSE Literature in English, First Language English (EFL), and English as a Second Language (ESL). He’s also an IB English A examiner and a Cambridge assessment specialist, highlighting his commitment to excellence in education.
Mr. Doh Feh serves as an IB Programme Leader, responsible for evaluating IB schools worldwide on the IBDP curriculum, philosophy, and Standards and Practices. In his current role as the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator at Enko La Gaiete International School, he plays a crucial role in pedagogical and administrative leadership, shaping the future of students and international education in Cameroon.
Yadjanni Vanessa
Cambridge Coordinator
Ms. Yadjanni Vanessa is a distinguished educator. She is an IB and Cambridge certified teacher with over Seven years of teaching experience, Her commitment to education is evident in her wholehearted dedication to sharing knowledge and passion within the classroom and the broader school community.
She is a holder of a Master’s Degree (Master 1) in Translation Studies and certified in French as a foreign language accredited by Alliance Française de Vichy – CAVILAM.
She is also known for her dedication to quality education and enthusiasm for implementing innovative teaching practices. Her exceptional interpersonal and communication skills enable her to collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.
The academic and life success of her students remains her top goal.
Nyala E. Valery Ngam ( Dr.)
Student Support Coordinator, Social Impact Lead, TOK, Global Perspectives and History Teacher Teacher
Dr. Nyala Valery Ngam is a seasoned educator and dedicated Social Impact Lead with a rich background in international education spanning over six years. His academic journey began at the prestigious University of Yaounde I, where he earned a Doctorate Degree in History, showcasing his commitment to academic excellence and deep-rooted passion for education. He furthered his education at the International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC), He gained a solid foundation in international relations and diplomacy, which has significantly informed his approach to education and social impact. As an IB Examiner in History and Theory of Knowledge and a Cambridge Assessment Specialist in Global Perspectives, Dr. Nyala has played a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of students worldwide. His expertise in these domains has not only elevated academic standards but also fostered critical thinking and global awareness among students. Since 2021, he has served as an International Baccalaureate Program Leader, overseeing the successful implementation of this prestigious program in various schools globally. He has been undertaking the vital task of evaluating more than 10 IB World Schools across the world, contributing to the continual improvement of educational quality on an international scale. Valery’s unwavering passion for education and commitment to social impact make them a dynamic force in the realm of global education. His leadership and expertise continue to inspire positive change, empowering students and educators to excel in an ever-evolving world.
Abam Lolance SUH
Head of Group Three (Humanities)
Suh is a trained Economics teacher from Higher teachers Training College Bambili – University of Bamenda. He joined Enko in 2014, after having taught Economics, Business Management and marketing and Commerce in the national system for 8years. Suh is an IBDP examiner, IB certified Category 1, Category 3 in Economics EE and Category 3 cluster workshop in the IBDP Core. He currently teaches Economics and Business Management HL and SL at Enko la Gaiete International School.
Lawson Metoko NOKWA
Biology, Environmental Systems, Societies and Global Perspectives Teacher
Lawson is a holder of a B.Sc degree in Microbiology from the University of Calabar, Nigeria. He has a 24years of experience teaching Biology in the national system. He joined Enko in 2019 and teaches at the IBDP and Cambridge programs.
Boma Nde Mercy MATIE
English A Literature, English B facilitator and IB EE Examiner
Matie holds an MA in Performing Arts from the University of Yaounde 1,
Cameroon. She’s been teaching English Language and Literature for 17 years. She holds a Category II Language A certificate and a Category III Extended Essay and TOK certificate. She currently teaches English A: Literature and English B, and Literature in English (IGCSE) at Enko La Gaiete International School. She’s also an IB Extended Essay Examiner.
Navti Emmanuel VERNYUY
University and Career Counsellor/Theory of Knowledge (ToK) Teacher
Navti Emmanuel Vernyuy is a passionate and dedicated educator with over 6 years of experience in the field of education. He holds a Counselor’s Diploma from the IEU Global Academy and a Master’s Degree in Economic and Social History from the University of Yaounde I. Currently pursuing a Master’s of Education Degree in Advanced Teaching, He is committed to continuous improvement in his teaching practice.
Navti’s multifaceted role at our school includes serving as a University Admissions and Career Counselor, Theory of Knowledge, and History HL Teacher. He also brings unique expertise as an IBDP Examiner.
With his unwavering commitment to helping high school students navigate the path to the World’s Best Universities, Navti is a valued member of the school community.
FORBEWING KEVIN BLAISE
IT Teacher/Ed-admin focal point
He holds a bachelor of science in Information systems and networking and is currently a master 2 student at the ICT university studying cybersecurity.
He has taught computer science/ICT in the national system for 5 years, He was a supervisor and an examiner with the Cameroon GCE for O Level computer science.
He is the focal point, network administrator, information system manager, and ICT Educator of Enko La Gaiete international school.
Kum Emmanuel Oteh
CAS Coordinator
He is an education enthusiast with 12 years of teaching experience. He is a certified career counselor from IC3 institute and Cambridge educator with a BA in History of international relations from the University of Yaounde 1, masters 1 in curricula and evaluation in the faculty of education from the University of Yaounde 1.
Hilary Pharaoh NDEH
Environmental Systems, Societies and Integrated Science Teacher
Hilary holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a minor in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Buea. He is trained and certified and has taught Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Sexuality and Life Skills in the national curricula for three years. He currently teaches Environmental Systems and Integrated science at Enko La Gaiete.
RUSEVELT GEH TITA
IGCSE and IB teacher, Geography Teacher
RUSEVELT GEH TITA is a seasoned educational expert with a rich background encompassing an educational professional with nine years of experience in teaching, educational management and administration. His professional journey has encompassed roles in both national and international schools, where he served as a teacher, discipline master, and secondary coordinator prior to joining Enko Education.
He is a Geography Examiner with the Cameroon General Certificate of Education (CGCE) board. He holds a Master’s degree in Physical Geography University of Dschang .
School and Community
Enko La Gaieté Campus is a private international school located in Yaounde, the Capital of Cameroon. Enko La Gaieté Campus is the first IB School in Cameroon and Central Africa. It offers rigorous learning experiences to its learners to make sure that they are ready to continue their studies in any international university of their choice. Enko La Gaieté Campus also started a primary school with the Cambridge Program which is recognized as the world’s number one program for early years development.
Our learners are mostly Cameroonians from middle-class families, with the ambition to study in the world’s best universities. At Enko La Gaieté Campus, learners learn to grow African roots and global wings, by learning about African cultures while being exposed to travel opportunities through study tours, summer camps and conferences. Enko la Gaieté Campus has highly qualified personnel: 12 of our teachers are IB examiners, and all of our staff receive up to 100 hours of professional development per year. The school currently has 151 learners.
Curriculum
Enko La Gaiete Campus offers the Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2 curricula from Grade 6 to 10, leading to the IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Programme in Grade 11 and 12. For learners coming from the national curriculum, Enko La Gaieté Campus 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. The Foundation Year also helps to better language proficiency of students who studied in French before joining the school. Moreover, they can get to adjust with the academic environment, approaches to teaching and learning, types of assessments before they start the IBDP Programme.
Grading and ranking procedures
Students at La Gaiete Campus are not ranked and neither are there 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 is 45. Enko La Gaiete 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 11 subjects – broad-based to help them make good choices at the level of DP 1. They also have to do Epistemology which is a preparatory subject for Theory of Knowledge in the DP and Introduction to Research Writing to help them prepare for Extended Essay in the DP level.
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
Enko la Gaieté Campus creates an environment and supports its learners to fulfil Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) outcomes. Students get involved in different club activities like web development, gardening, chess, basketball, football, journalism, acapella, Community and Brain Building Club, Photography, dancing, and also School government. These activities help build up students social skills, earning a career experience after school, build their resumes and help in cultural integration.
2017 & 2018 & 2019 University Acceptances
Graduates from our first, second and third cohort have resumed studies in the following universities:
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University of Toronto York University Trent University University of Waterloo, University of Saskatchewan Quest University Memorial University University of British Columbia
AFRICA Protestant University of Central Africa, Cameroon African Leadership Academy, Rwanda Catholic University of Central Africa, Cameroon ESSCA School of Management, Cameroon
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Total amount of scholarship obtained by the class of May 2019: 1, 192, 948 USD
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 14 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.
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