About St. Mary's Secondary School Yola
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Welcome to St. Mary's, where excellence meets legacy
Founded in 2006 by the Catholic Diocese of Yola, St. Mary's Secondary School has grown into one of Adamawa State's most trusted secondary schools. Our focus is on wholistic development: sound academics, strong Christian values, discipline and character, and the confidence to lead. With certified teachers, sufficient classrooms, a safe campus and a rich programme of sports and clubs, we prepare our students for WAEC, NECO and life beyond school.
St. Mary's is a co-educational Catholic secondary school of the Diocese of Yola. Our students follow the Nigerian national curriculum through Junior (JSS 1–3) and Senior (SSS 1–3) secondary levels and are prepared for the BECE, WAEC (WASSCE) and NECO examinations. Beyond the classroom, a full programme of sports, clubs, liturgy and community service shapes disciplined, confident young people ready for university and for life.
Mission, vision and focus
Our mission
A Diocese where all tribes, races and religions live in right relationship with God, self, each other and all creation.
Our vision
To promote wholistic Christian education for the young for a sustainable and hopeful future in the Diocese of Yola through establishing Catholic schools and teaching in them.
Our focus
Our focus at St. Mary's is to inspire learning, foster critical thinking and nurture well-rounded individuals in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Education at its best
Safety first
A secure, supervised and caring campus where every child is known by name.
Certified teachers
Qualified, dedicated teachers committed to every student's success.
Creative lessons
Engaging, practical teaching that builds curiosity and critical thinking.
Regular classes
A full, disciplined timetable covering the complete national curriculum.
Sufficient classrooms
Spacious, well-ventilated classrooms and modern learning resources.
Sports & clubs
Inter-house sports, football, athletics and clubs that build teamwork and character.
Milestones
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2006
St. Mary's Secondary School is established by the Catholic Diocese of Yola
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2009
First set of students sit the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)
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2012
First senior secondary cohort presented for WASSCE and NECO
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2018
Campus expanded with additional classroom blocks, science laboratory and library
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2026
School launches its digital campus on the SEMS platform
Life at St. Mary's Secondary School Yola
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Admissions into JSS 1 and SSS 1 are open. Empowering students, inspiring futures - together, we shape tomorrow.