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Students at Inter-House Sports Day Sports
24 May 2026 3 min read

Inter-House Sports Day 2026 — Red House Claims the Trophy

An electrifying day of athletics, relay races, and march-past competitions crowned Red House champions of the 2026 Inter-House Sports Day. Over 500 students and parents turned out to witness the spectacle.

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Inter-School Christian Fellowship Event
18 May 2026 4 min read

GDB Hosts Inter-School Christian Fellowship 2026

Students from over 12 Lagos schools gathered at GDB for a powerful day of praise, worship and spiritual empowerment. The event drew hundreds of young people in an atmosphere of unity and faith.

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Students in examination Academic
10 May 2026 5 min read

Outstanding 2025 WAEC Results — 98% Excellence Rate

GDB International School is proud to announce that 98% of our 2025 SS3 graduates achieved credits and distinctions in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, continuing our legacy of academic excellence.

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Cultural Day display Event
5 May 2026 3 min read

Cultural Day 2026 — A Festival of Heritage and Identity

Students dressed in traditional attire from across Nigeria's diverse ethnicities, celebrating culture through dance, drama, art displays and food. A colourful reminder of our shared identity and proud heritage.

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GDB Students in Uniform News New
1 May 2026 2 min read

2026/2027 Admissions Now Open Across All Levels

Applications for the new academic session are open for Creche, Nursery, Primary and Secondary levels. Spaces are strictly limited — early applications are strongly encouraged to secure your child's place.

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Science practical class Achievement
15 Apr 2026 4 min read

GDB Wins Lagos State Science Olympiad 2026

Our Secondary School science team claimed first place at the 2026 Lagos State Science Olympiad, excelling in Physics, Chemistry and Biology categories. The team will now represent Lagos State at the national finals.

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Students marching at sports day Sports
24 May 2026 2 min read

Sports Day March-Past — Yellow House Steals the Show

With perfectly synchronised steps and vibrant yellow uniforms, Yellow House delivered the most memorable march-past performance at this year's Inter-House Sports Day, earning thunderous applause from the crowd.

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Students celebrating Community
22 Apr 2026 2 min read

Kellogg's Celebration Day — Treats and Joy for All Students

In a special school-wide celebration, students across all classes were treated to Kellogg's goodie packs in recognition of their hard work and positive behaviour this term. Smiles and excitement filled every corridor.

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Science Lab News
10 Mar 2026 3 min read

New STEM Lab Opens — Robotics & Coding for Secondary Students

GDB has launched a fully equipped STEM laboratory, giving secondary students hands-on access to robotics kits, computer programming tools and 3D printing technology — preparing champions for tomorrow's world.

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Prize distribution Community
28 Feb 2026 2 min read

Prize & Reward Distribution — Honouring Hard Work This Term

Teaching staff personally distributed prizes and certificates to students who demonstrated outstanding academic performance, excellent behaviour, and consistent effort throughout the term. A moment of joy for all.

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Nursery students lined up Academic
9 Jan 2026 2 min read

Nursery Welcome Day — Little Champions Begin Their Journey

The new academic term welcomed a fresh cohort of nursery pupils to GDB. Dressed in their school uniforms and beaming with excitement, the little champions lined up for their very first school assembly — a moment to treasure.

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Students lining up for sports Sports
23 May 2026 2 min read

Inter-House Sports: Behind the Scenes Preparation

The day before Sports Day, students spent hours rehearsing march formations, practising relay hand-offs and refining their house chants. The dedication and teamwork on display spoke volumes about the GDB spirit.

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Coming Up

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar — here's what's happening at GDB International School in the weeks ahead.

01 Sep 2026
All Students

Resumption Day — 2026/2027 Academic Session

The new academic session begins. All students are expected to report to school by 7:30am in full school uniform. New students should arrive with their admission letters.

7:30am – 12:00pm Main Assembly Ground
03 Sep 2026
Spiritual

Opening Assembly & School Dedication Service

We begin the new session by committing the school, staff and students to God in prayer. Parents and guardians are warmly welcome to attend this important spiritual event.

8:00am – 10:00am School Hall
Oct 2026  
Examination

First Term Mid-Term Examinations

Mid-term assessments across all classes and levels. Parents will receive timetables by the end of September. Students are encouraged to begin revision early.

Full school day Classrooms
Nov 2026  
Sports

Inter-House Sports Competition 2026/2027

GDB's annual Inter-House Sports Day returns! Track events, field events, march-past, house spirit competitions and more. All parents and guardians are invited to cheer on the champions.

8:00am – 4:00pm Sports Field
18 Dec 2026
Holiday

Christmas Break Begins

First term ends and the Christmas break begins. Students return for Second Term on 12 January 2027. We wish all our GDB families a blessed and restful holiday season.

School closes 12:00pm Returns: 12 Jan 2027

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