Brighthouse Academy, a flagship initiative of the Oladele Oyelola Foundation, represents a legacy project aimed at transforming education in Okun land. The Foundation recently finalized the construction of key infrastructure for the establishment of Brighthouse Academy in Ayetoro-Gbede. Collaborating with renowned international consultants, the Academy boasts state-of-the-art educational facilities designed to meet the demands of 21st-century learning.
Situated on a sprawling five-hectare expanse of land, the Academy is primed for future expansions to accommodate its vision of providing tuition-free, integrated foundational education. It will cater to Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and technical education, emphasizing quality and competence-based learning for underprivileged students across Okun land. Upon full
operation, the school aims to enroll approximately 2,000 students spanning these educational tiers.
The Oladele Oyelola Foundation, a non-profit, non-governmental organization, focuses on Education, Healthcare, and Youth & Women empowerment. Since its inception in 2007, the Foundation has been dedicated to offering young individuals the opportunity to realize their aspirations. Echoing the sentiments of Nelson Mandela, the Foundation believes in the transformative power of education as a tool to combat poverty and foster independence in Okun land.
Over the years, the Foundation has successfully executed numerous projects in various educational institutions, including Community High School in Ayetoro-Gbede, Iyah-Gbede Primary School, and Ansarudeen Primary School in Ayegunle-Gbede.
Additionally, the Foundation spearheaded the renovation of General Hospital in Ayetoro-Gbede and granted scholarships to numerous financially challenged students at secondary and post-secondary levels.
Our vision is to nurture well-rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We are committed to providing a welcoming, happy, safe, and supportive learning environment where everyone is treated equally, and all achievements are celebrated.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality education and childcare in a safe, respectful, and stimulating environment. laying the foundation for lifelong learning. We are dedicated to fostering an atmosphere where children can thrive and develop a love for learning.
OUR BELIEFS: We firmly believe that a happy child is a successful one. Our dedication lies in creating a positive, safe, and stimulating environment for children to learn, where every individual is valued. We strive to ensure that all children enjoy their learning journey, reach their potential, and become independent, life-long learners.
We respect one another’s right to safety, dignity, and belonging in our school community. We communicate with calmness, politeness, and civility, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and included.
We strive for excellence in all areas of school life, including academics, sports, creative pursuits, and personal growth. We encourage all learners to set high standards for themselves and take pride in their achievements. Excellence means doing our best, learning from setbacks, and aiming high in everything we do.
We cultivate resilience in our learners and staff, helping them navigate challenges and setbacks with determination and courage. We teach that obstacles can become opportunities for growth, and that mistakes are a valuable part of the learning process. We believe that developing resilience is essential for personal growth and success, enabling individuals to bounce back from difficulties and maintain a positive outlook.
We are committed to honesty, fairness, and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. Learners and staff with integrity act with a strong moral compass and uphold the principles of trust, respect, and responsibility in all they do. We encourage accountability for our actions and decisions, fostering trust and respect within our school community
We nurture learners to care for one another, understand the feelings of others, and take action to make the world a better place. We value kindness, good manners, and consideration for one another, recognising that our actions can significantly impact the lives of those around us.
We are one team. We work collaboratively, knowing that we can achieve more together than as individuals. We support and uplift one another, recognising that collaboration enhances our learning experiences and fosters strong relationships.
We are committed to fostering the personal growth of each learner as a well-rounded individual. We support them in discovering their strengths, overcoming challenges, and cultivating a lifelong love of learning. We encourage self-reflection, goal-setting, and the pursuit of passions. By promoting a growth mindset, we empower learners to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and develop their unique talents.
Our vision is to nurture well-rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We are committed to providing a welcoming, happy, safe, and supportive learning environment where everyone is treated equally, and all achievements are celebrated.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality education and childcare in a safe, respectful, and stimulating environment. laying the foundation for lifelong learning. We are dedicated to fostering an atmosphere where children can thrive and develop a love for learning.
We firmly believe that a happy child is a successful one. Our dedication lies in creating a positive, safe, and stimulating environment for children to learn, where every individual is valued. We strive to ensure that all children enjoy their learning journey, reach their potential, and become independent, life-long learners.
Our early years program provides a safe, developmentally appropriate, and nurturing environment that encourages social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. We aim to promote a positive self-image and instil a love of learning in every child.
Our early learning centre is dedicated to providing a safe, developmentally inclusive environment for preschoolers, and school-age children. We focus on offering a stimulating early learning and childcare experience that promotes each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
At Brighthouse Academy, our goal is to equip children with the skills they need for success in early years and beyond. We envision each child developing a curiosity for learning, discovering their interests, and growing in their love of knowledge. Additionally, we aim to support strong family bonds through parent support, fellowship, and skills training.
We are dedicated to offering a safe, happy place where everyone is known, valued, and respected. We acknowledge and meet the differing needs of each child, encouraging independence, responsibility, and respect for others within the environment.
Mr Oyelola had an outstanding career spanning over Four decades as a seasoned Chartered Accountant, banker and consultant. He is a Leader, mentor and role model to many young people.
A Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, a Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Taxation and a member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Mr Oyelola has a bachelor's degree in Accounting and a Master of Science degree specializing in Finance. He attended many Executive Education Programs at several World-Class Business Schools including Harvard, Stanford and Wharton.
A philanthropist, Mr Oyelola is the founder of OLADELE OYELOLA FOUNDATION, a philanthropic organisation with a vision to give young people the chance to live their dreams. The Foundation is focused on Education, Health and Women & Youth Empowerment. Over the years, the Foundation has impacted many lives positively through its programmes.
For many years he was also a Member of the Advisory Board of BENOLA – a Cerebral Palsy Initiative which advocates for people living with Cerebral Palsy.
Mrs Oluyemisi Oyelola is a passionate woman of many colours with a keen eye for beauty, fashion, and arts.
She is a certified Advanced Aesthetician and Cosmetologist from the Chellsey Institute of Aesthetics, Canada.
She is also a certified beautician from Glow Academy, Canada.
Mrs Oluyemisi is a compassionate and empathic person who champions the cause of the vulnerable. She is a certified relationship counselor and also a Teen and She is an advocate for the less privileged and has mentored many girls who have become professionals and mothers in their own right.
Olutunu (Tunu) Oyelola is an Award-Winning Public Relations and Advertising Marketing Consultant. She is an experienced manager with demonstrated ability to connect meaningfully with clients and she is known for her keen eye for creative strategy born from a decade in the industry.
Her expertise ranges from media and stakeholder relations to event management to influencer relations and brand partnerships. She is proven at delivering results and tangible and sustainable strategies for clients in the fashion, beauty, tech, social media, e-commerce, philanthropy, travel, and food spaces.
Tunu got her unofficial start in the industry while earning her BA in Psychology at Carleton University, where she was the public relations officer for the Carleton University Nigerian Students’ Association. She went into agency life at Nigerian-based PR firm, LSF|PR, and in addition to her client work, she was the lead consultant for the agency’s SME division, which focused on business development, media relations, image consultancy and publicity for small businesses.
Adding to her varied experience, Tunu applied her PR expertise to Motherless Babies Home, Lagos – a home for orphaned, abused, homeless and neglected children, where she was responsible for volunteer coordination, event management, fundraising, and social media.
Tunu also worked as the Story Editor and marketing consultant for The Smart Money Woman, a Nigerian book-turned-television series on Netflix that aims to increase millennial and Gen Z women’s financial literacy.
Always one to take on opportunities far and wide, Tunu completed her MA in Public Relations at London School of Communication (University of Arts London). Tunu loves film and television and is passionate about mental health awareness. She is a proud dog mama to her Lhasa Apso Oscar.
Ben Obamo is an enthusiastic and results-driven entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in high-growth startup environments.
He is a skilled IT professional and a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). He is also bilingual- English and French languages
Ben is an experienced businessman with many successful businesses in Real Estate, Hospitality, Construction, and General trading.
He is proficient in identifying market opportunities, implementing Innovative strategies, and Optimizing business operations.
He is a result-oriented leader who excels in business negotiations, building high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of excellence.
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