Bodija · Ibadan · Oyo State, Nigeria  |  Founded 1978
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A school built on character
and knowledge.

Since 1978, Methodist Grammar School, Bodija has formed generations of young Nigerians in faith, scholarship and service — in the heart of Ibadan.

Our Story

Rooted in faith, raised for service.

Methodist Grammar School, Bodija, is a co-educational secondary school founded on the Methodist tradition of sound education, moral discipline and service to God and humanity. The school was established on the 22nd of September, 1978, under the motto Character and Knowledge.

Our pupils grow within a structured, caring environment that balances rigorous academics with sport, the arts, leadership and Christian values — preparing them for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, NECO, and a confident life beyond school.

From the junior school to the senior streams, every member of the community is known, challenged and encouraged to become the fullest version of themselves: disciplined in mind, generous in spirit, and grounded in faith.

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At a glance

Motto
Character & Knowledge
Founded
22 Sept 1978
Type
Co-educational
Junior
JSS 1 – JSS 3
Senior
SSS 1 – SSS 3
Streams
Science · Arts · Commercial
Tradition
Methodist / Christian
Location
Bodija, Ibadan

Our Heritage

A tradition carried forward.

Milestones in the life of the school.

1978

The school is founded

Established on 22nd September 1978 in the Methodist tradition of learning, discipline and service.

1980s

Growth of the senior school

Science, Arts and Commercial streams take shape, broadening the senior secondary curriculum.

2000s

A community of houses

Sport, clubs and the house system mature into a rich life beyond the classroom.

Today

Faith, learning & service

Over four decades on, MGSBI continues to form well-rounded young people for university and for life.

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What We Believe

Three commitments that shape every pupil.

Faith & Character

Worship, discipline and moral formation that shape honest, humble and responsible young leaders.

Scholarship

Demanding, well-structured teaching aimed at distinction across the sciences, arts and commercial subjects.

Service & Leadership

Prefectship, clubs, sport and community projects that build a genuine heart for service.

Come and See

Experience MGSBI in person.

Arrange a visit to walk the grounds, meet our staff and pupils, and sense the character of the school for yourself.