Bright Senior High School (Bright SHS), a leading private educational institution in the Eastern Region, has garnered widespread praise from local education authorities, parents and esteemed educators for its exceptional standards of education and academic achievements.
The commendations were made during the school’s maiden graduation ceremony, which celebrated the success of approximately 700 final-year students.
Among the notable voices endorsing Bright SHS were -Alhaji Umar Bodinga, the Abuakwa North Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) and Dr. Martin Offei Otu, a Senior Lecturer at Koforidua Technical University (KTU), both of whom have children enrolled at the school.
MCE Alhaji Umar Bodinga proudly shared, “My son graduated with 7As and 1B from Bright Senior High School in 2022. He is currently excelling in Information Technology at the University of Ghana. This achievement underscores the high-quality education imparted by Bright SHS, warranting government support for private institutions like this.”
Dr. Martin Offei Otu echoed the above sentiments, highlighting his son’s outstanding academic performance at Bright SHS and subsequent success at university.
“The standards at Bright SHS are excellent,” he affirmed. “The school boasts of highly qualified teachers, including Ph.D. holders and seasoned educators. This environment fosters academic excellence and personal growth among students.”
Bright Senior High School has been recognised for its academic prowess, having been named the Best Private School in Ghana in 2021 and receiving further accolades from the Abuakwa North Municipal Assembly and Education Directorate in 2023.
Grace Adza-Wude, the Abuakwa North Municipal Director of Education and Guest Speaker at the graduation ceremony, commended Bright SHS for elevating educational standards within the municipality.
“The Ghana Education Service acknowledges the school’s consistent academic performance and ongoing investment in educational excellence,” she stated.
She pledged continued collaboration with the school to enhance capacity-building programs and academic activities.
Parents attending the ceremony praised Bright SHS for its disciplined environment and conducive learning atmosphere, citing these as pivotal factors in their decision to choose the school.
One parent emphasised, “The high standard of education and remarkable performance of students at Bright SHS surpasses what is commonly found in many public schools.”
Mr. Dominic Acquah, Vice President of Bright SHS, highlighted the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and extracurricular activities.
He announced the school’s qualification for the National Maths and Science Quiz Competition, reinforcing its reputation for nurturing well-rounded students.
Looking ahead, Mr. Acquah expressed optimism that this year’s WASSCE candidates would maintain the school’s tradition of achieving a 100% pass rate and increasing the number of students obtaining 8As.
Bright Senior High School continues to set benchmarks in private education in Ghana, combining rigorous academic standards with holistic development to prepare students for future challenges and successes.
