Oluchi Chibuzor
Starfield College, Lagos, has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding sports and intellectual opportunities for its students while emphasising its focus on holistic education.
Speaking during the 12th biennial inter-house sports, the Head of Schools, Mrs Juliana Eigbe, stated that the school’s philosophy goes beyond academic excellence to intentionally developing the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains of every learner.
“Today is not just a celebration of competition and colour. It is a celebration of holistic education. At Starfield College, we believe firmly that true education goes beyond the classroom,” said Eigbe. “It must deliberately nurture the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains of every child’s development.”
She assured parents that their children are in an environment where the mind is challenged, character is moulded, and physical abilities are developed.
“This commitment is reflected in the deliberate steps the school continues to take in broadening sporting and intellectual opportunities for our learners.
“Not stopping there, the school has also launched the Starfield Football Academy, designed to identify and nurture young talents with great footballing potential. Through structured coaching and mentorship, we aim to prepare future athletes who are not only skilled but disciplined and principled,” Eigbe stated.
She added that the school is expanding its involvement in other sporting activities, such as table tennis, basketball, and more, to ensure that every child finds an avenue to express their talent, build teamwork, and develop resilience.
Applauding the camaraderie between school officials and parents, the Principal, Mrs Sara Oyinloye, called for a continuous shared purpose for the growth and success of the students.
“To our students who competed today, we hope that the discipline, confidence and positive attitude displayed on the field will be carried back into your classrooms. May you show the same readiness to be competitive in your academic pursuits, striving always for excellence.
“To our winners, we encourage humility in victory. And to those who did not win today, may you accept defeat with grace, learn from the experience, and return stronger and better prepared in the future. Remember, every effort made today is a step towards growth,” Oyinloye said.
At the end of the competition, the House of Priests (White House) emerged as the winner with an impressive medal haul of 15 gold, seven silver, and seven bronze.
Finishing in second place was the House of Prophets (Red House) with seven gold, 14 silver and eight bronze medals.
The House of Shepherds came third with six gold, three silver and six bronze medals, while the House of Kings finished in fourth position, earning three gold, seven silver and 10 bronze medals.
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