Nursery and Primary Education is the heartbeat of every nation's learning system. It’s where young minds are first introduced to the world of reading, writing, values, and creativity. And behind every confident child stepping into the future is a well-trained, compassionate, and dedicated teacher who started them on that journey. If you have a passion for shaping young lives and want to play a critical role in early childhood development, then studying Nursery and Primary Education might be your calling. In Nigeria, several universities and colleges offer this program, giving you the skills to teach, guide, and inspire the next generation—right from the start.
In this blog post, you'll find: A list of universities in Nigeria that offer Nursery and Primary Education The JAMB subject combination required to apply for the course The O’Level subjects and grades you need for admission
##What is Nursery and Primary Education Course?
Nursery education is the pre-formal stage of education for young children, focusing on their holistic development through play-based learning and socialization, preparing them for primary school. Primary education is the first stage of formal, fundamental schooling, teaching children basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills to build a strong foundation for future learning.
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)
Federal University of Kashere (FUKASHERE)
Lagos State University (LASU)
Ekiti State University (EKSU)
Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED)
Benue State University (BSU)
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
Ebonyi State University (EBSU)
Babcock University, Ogun State
Lead City University, Ibadan
Caleb University, Lagos
Crescent University, Abeokuta
##JAMB Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Nursery and Primary Education with other three subjects namely:Literature in English,History/CRS/IRS/,Government/Geography/Social Studies/Biology
##O'Level Requirements for Nursery and Primary Education
To be eligible for admission into a Nursery and Primary Education program, candidates must meet specific O'level requirements. Generally, you are required to have at least five (5) credits in relevant subjects, which typically include:
English Language
Mathematics
Literature in English
History/Government
CRS/IRS/Biology/Civic Education/Social Studies/Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa