JSS1–JSS3 English Language Scheme of Work (First, Second & Third Term) Based on Revised NERDC Curriculum Nigeria

 

Introduction

English Language is a core subject in the Nigerian Junior Secondary School curriculum. It plays a vital role in communication, writing, reading comprehension, and academic success across all subjects.

This complete JSS1–JSS3 English Language Scheme of Work is structured based on the revised NERDC curriculum, focusing on grammar, comprehension, essay writing, oral English, and continuous writing skills.

This guide covers First Term, Second Term, and Third Term for JSS1, JSS2, and JSS3, making it a complete reference for teachers and students.

 

Table of Contents

  1. JSS1 English Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
  2. JSS2 English Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
  3. JSS3 English Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
  4. Key Areas in the Revised English Curriculum
  5. Importance of English Language
  6. Teaching Tips for English Teachers
  7. Conclusion

 

JSS1 English Language Scheme of Work

First Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to English Language
Week 2 Parts of Speech (Nouns)
Week 3 Pronouns
Week 4 Verbs
Week 5 Adjectives
Week 6 Articles and Determiners
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Comprehension Passage
Week 9 Summary Writing Introduction
Week 10 Vocabulary Development
Week 11 Sentence Construction
Week 12 Oral English (Vowels and Consonants)
Week 13 Examination

 

Second Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Adverbs
Week 2 Prepositions
Week 3 Conjunctions
Week 4 Tenses (Simple Present & Past)
Week 5 Comprehension Skills
Week 6 Essay Writing Introduction
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Sentence Types
Week 9 Vocabulary Building
Week 10 Oral English Practice
Week 11 Cloze Passage
Week 12 Letter Writing Introduction
Week 13 Examination

 

Third Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Revision of Parts of Speech
Week 2 Tenses Review
Week 3 Essay Writing Practice
Week 4 Comprehension Passages
Week 5 Summary Writing
Week 6 Grammar Revision
Week 7 Test
Week 8 Speech Work
Week 9 Vocabulary Expansion
Week 10 Oral English
Week 11 Exam Practice
Week 12 Revision
Week 13 Final Examination

 

JSS2 English Language Scheme of Work

First Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Revision of JSS1 English
Week 2 Advanced Parts of Speech
Week 3 Tenses (Past Continuous, Present Perfect)
Week 4 Comprehension Skills
Week 5 Essay Writing (Narrative)
Week 6 Vocabulary Development
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Summary Writing
Week 9 Sentence Transformation
Week 10 Oral English
Week 11 Cloze Passage
Week 12 Letter Writing
Week 13 Examination

 

Second Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Direct and Indirect Speech
Week 2 Active and Passive Voice
Week 3 Report Writing
Week 4 Essay Writing (Descriptive)
Week 5 Comprehension
Week 6 Vocabulary Expansion
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Grammar Revision
Week 9 Oral English Practice
Week 10 Cloze Test
Week 11 Sentence Structure
Week 12 Letter Writing Practice
Week 13 Examination

 

Third Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Revision of Grammar
Week 2 Essay Writing
Week 3 Comprehension
Week 4 Summary Writing
Week 5 Vocabulary Revision
Week 6 Oral English
Week 7 Test
Week 8 Past Questions Practice
Week 9 Exam Preparation
Week 10 Revision
Week 11 Revision
Week 12 Revision
Week 13 Final Examination

 

JSS3 English Language Scheme of Work

First Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Revision of JSS2 English
Week 2 Advanced Grammar
Week 3 Essay Writing (Argumentative)
Week 4 Comprehension
Week 5 Summary Writing
Week 6 Vocabulary Development
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Oral English
Week 9 Cloze Passage
Week 10 Report Writing
Week 11 Sentence Structure
Week 12 Letter Writing
Week 13 Examination

 

Second Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Advanced Tenses
Week 2 Direct and Indirect Speech
Week 3 Active and Passive Voice
Week 4 Essay Writing (Narrative & Descriptive)
Week 5 Comprehension
Week 6 Vocabulary Expansion
Week 7 Revision / Test
Week 8 Summary Writing
Week 9 Oral English
Week 10 Cloze Test
Week 11 Grammar Revision
Week 12 Letter Writing
Week 13 Examination

 

Third Term

Week Topic
Week 1 Full Grammar Revision
Week 2 Essay Writing Practice
Week 3 Comprehension Practice
Week 4 Summary Writing
Week 5 Vocabulary Revision
Week 6 Oral English
Week 7 Test
Week 8 Past Questions Practice
Week 9 Exam Preparation
Week 10 Revision
Week 11 Revision
Week 12 Revision
Week 13 Final Examination

 

Key Areas in the Revised English Curriculum

  • Grammar and structure mastery
  • Communication skills development
  • Writing (essay, letter, report)
  • Reading comprehension
  • Oral English proficiency

 

Importance of English Language

  • Improves communication skills
  • Builds academic success across subjects
  • Essential for exams and career development
  • Enhances writing and speaking ability

 

Teaching Tips for Teachers

  • Encourage daily reading
  • Practice essay writing weekly
  • Use storytelling methods
  • Conduct oral English drills
  • Give continuous assignments

 

Conclusion

This JSS1–JSS3 English Language Scheme of Work (Based on the Revised NERDC Curriculum) provides a complete guide for structured teaching and learning in Nigerian junior secondary schools. It helps teachers deliver lessons effectively while improving students’ language skills.

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