Our Grading System
At Ferdeta International School, assessment is designed to measure progress, identify strengths, and support continuous improvement. We adopt a balanced grading system that combines academic performance, skills development, and character formation at every stage of learning.
Creche & Nursery (Early Years)
Our grading for early learners focuses on skills acquisition, social development, and creativity rather than conventional marks. Assessment is based on observation and activity-based performance.
Key Areas of Assessment:
Cognitive Development: Basic literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving.
Motor Skills: Fine and gross motor coordination.
Social & Emotional Skills: Interaction, cooperation, and self-confidence.
Language Development: Listening, speaking, and early reading skills.
Grading Symbols:
E – Excellent
VG – Very Good
G – Good
S – Satisfactory
NI – Needs Improvement
Primary School (Grades 1 – 6)
At this stage, we use a percentage-based grading system to evaluate performance in all subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Creative Arts.
| Score (%) | Grade | Remarks |
| 90 – 100 | A | Excellent |
| 80 – 89 | B | Very Good |
| 70 – 79 | B | Good |
| 60 – 69 | C | Average |
| 50 – 59 | C | Credit |
| 40 – 49 | P | Pass |
| Below 40 | F | Fail |
Components of Assessment:
Continuous Assessment (40%) – Classwork, homework, projects, quizzes.
End-of-Term Exam (60%) – Comprehensive term test.
Junior & Senior Secondary (JSS 1 – SS 3)
The grading system aligns with national and international standards to ensure students are well-prepared for WAEC, NECO, and other external exams.
| Score (%) | Grade | Interpretation |
| 75 – 100 | A1 | Excellent |
| 70 – 74 | B2 | Very Good |
| 65 – 69 | B3 | Good |
| 60 – 64 | C4 | Credit |
| 55 – 59 | C5 | Credit |
| 50 – 54 | C6 | Credit |
| 45 – 49 | D7 | Pass |
| 40 – 44 | E8 | Pass |
| Below 40 | F9 | Fail |
Assessment Breakdown:
Continuous Assessment: 40% (Classwork, assignments, projects, and tests).
Examination: 60% (Mid-term and end-of-term exams).
Why Our Grading System Works
Fair & Transparent: Clear criteria for evaluating performance.
Comprehensive: Measures knowledge, skills, and character development.
Student-Centered: Designed to encourage improvement, not just competition.
At Ferdeta, we go beyond grades—our goal is to help every learner reach their full potential.
