- Ishahayi Beach, Amuwo Odofin, Lagos
Vocational Skills
Education for the head — and skills for the hands.
Beyond the Classroom
Skills That Last a Lifetime
At Shining Light Schools, we believe a complete education prepares a child for every future — not just the examination hall. Alongside our academic programme, students learn practical vocational skills that build self-reliance, creativity and dignity in work.
Whether a graduate becomes an engineer or an entrepreneur, the hands-on skills learned here mean no Shining Light child ever leaves empty-handed.
What We Teach
Our Vocational Programmes
Tailoring & Fashion Design
From threading a needle to cutting patterns and sewing complete garments, students learn a craft that clothes the nation — and can build a business.
Electrical Work
Practical training in basic wiring, installations and electrical safety — foundational skills for one of Nigeria’s most in-demand trades.
Agriculture
Hands in the soil at Ishahayi Beach: crop cultivation, gardening and animal care that teach patience, science and food security from the ground up.
Catering & Culinary Arts
Cooking, baking and food presentation — practical kitchen skills with a clear path to catering, hospitality and event businesses.
Computer/IT
From typing their first words to building with code: computer literacy, digital tools and IT fundamentals that prepare every child for a world that runs on technology.
Music
Voice, rhythm and instruments — students discover the discipline and joy of music, building confidence on stage and talents that can become callings.
“Teach a child a skill, and you have given their family a future.”
Vocational training is part of our founding mission — practical empowerment for every child, privileged or not.
Academics + Skills = A Complete Child
Explore our academic sections, or speak to us about how vocational training fits your child’s journey.