NERDC-Aligned K–12 Coding & Digital Curriculum
Structured across Primary 1–6, JSS 1–3, and SSS 1–3 to mirror Nigerian school terms.
HOW TO VERIFY NERDC ALIGNMENT — FOR PARENTS
This is not a random coding list. Check it in 3 minutes.
- NERDC Portal: Visit nerdc.gov.ng and the NERDC e-Curriculum portal nerdc.org.ng → inspect subject breakdowns for Basic Education (Primary 1–6, JSS 1–3) and Senior Secondary (SSS 1–3).
- Federal Ministry & UBEC: Cross-reference ubec.gov.ng Digital Literacy benchmarks and WAEC / NECO Computer Studies / Data Processing / Digital Technologies practical syllabi for SSS 1–3.
- Official subject names: Primary 1–3 = Basic Science & Technology. Primary 4–6 = Basic Digital Literacy. JSS 1–3 & SSS 1–3 = Digital Technologies (algorithms, Scratch, Python, HTML/CSS/JS, databases, AI, cybersecurity).
36-Term Progressive Curriculum Matrix — Primary 1 to SSS 3 (12 classes × 3 terms)
| Level & Official Subject | Core Stack | Term 1 Capstone | Term 2 Capstone | Term 3 Capstone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary 1–3 Basic Science & Tech | Visual Logic, ScratchJr, Pattern Sequencing | Interactive Nigerian Folktale Animation (Tortoise & Drum) | Talking Traffic Light & Road Safety Simulator | Interactive Counting & Local Fruit Market Game |
| Primary 4–6 Basic Digital Literacy | Scratch 3.0, Blockly, Intro HTML | Naija Math Quiz Show with Scoreboard & Sound | 2D Endless Runner — Lagos Bus / Danfo Dodge | Personal About Me & Family Heritage Webpage |
| JSS 1–3 Digital Technologies | HTML5, CSS3, Basic JS, Python | Interactive WAEC / BECE CBT Practice Quiz App | Naira Budget & Pocket Money Tracker | Text Adventure Game & Python Password Vault |
| SSS 1–3 Digital Technologies | JS ES6, Python, SQLite/JSON, APIs & AI Logic | Responsive Local Business E-Commerce Storefront | Student Study Planner & GPA Analytics Dashboard | Full-Stack Capstone App (Deployable Portfolio Project) |
12-WEEK MICRO-SPRINTS • 30–40 MIN / WEEK
Example: JSS 2 — Term 1, Weeks 1–12 (Tobi Adeyemi • FA-2026-8841)
Each week is one mission. Week 12 is the capstone check. Server validates every submission — no client-side score editing.
W1 Algorithms & FlowW2 Scratch ArcadeW3 Python BasicsW4 Variables & VATW5 ConditionsW6 Market VAT Calculator ✓W7 Loops & TestingW8 FunctionsW9 CBT Quiz BuildW10 Debug & PolishW11 Share & PresentW12 Capstone + Certificate