What began in 1998 as a modest educational dream with just eighteen pupils and six teachers operating from a single wing of a duplex in Omole Phase 1, Lagos, has grown into one of Nigeria’s most respected educational institutions. Today, Mind Builders School stands not merely as a school but as a thriving symbol of vision, excellence, innovation, and transformative leadership, reflecting the enduring legacy of its founder, Mrs. Bolajoko Falore.
As the Trustees of Mind Builders Education Trust prepare to host the maiden Annual Symposium in honour of Mrs. Falore’s 70th birthday and her remarkable 50 years of dedicated service to the teaching profession, attention is increasingly focused on the institution that has become one of the most visible expressions of her lifelong commitment to educational excellence and nation-building.
Scheduled for June 20, 2026, at the Mind Builders School Hall in Ikeja CBD, Alausa, Lagos, the symposium will bring together distinguished leaders from academia, government, business, and the education sector to celebrate a woman whose vision has transformed not only countless lives but also the landscape of private education in Nigeria.
Mr. Oliver Alawuba, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa Plc, will serve as the Keynote Speaker, while Professor Idowu Olayinka, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, will attend as the Guest Speaker.
For many observers, Mind Builders School represents the ultimate evidence of what visionary leadership can achieve. Built on Mrs. Falore’s guiding philosophy of “Building Your Child for Tomorrow’s Challenges,” the institution has evolved from humble beginnings into a multi-campus educational enterprise renowned for academic excellence, character development, leadership training, and global competitiveness.
Today, the school boasts approximately 450 students supported by a highly professional workforce of 128 teaching and non-teaching staff. Its impressive infrastructure includes forty-eight classrooms and more than fifteen specialised learning centres, including fully equipped Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Basic Science and Technology laboratories, ICT facilities, a Language Room, Mathematics Clinic, Introductory Technology Laboratory, Art Studio, Music Room, Home Economics facilities, and other modern educational resources designed to provide holistic learning experiences.
In a demonstration of her commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement, Mrs. Falore deliberately incorporated twelve dedicated rooms within the school complex for the future establishment of a Teachers’ Training School. The initiative is aimed at enhancing professional development for educators while strengthening teaching standards across the wider educational community.
The institution’s growth extends beyond academics. Mind Builders School has developed a significant physical footprint that includes an annex campus at Omole Phase 2, modern early-childhood learning facilities, and a sprawling sports complex situated on a 9,000-square-metre property. The facility features football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, lawn tennis, swimming, and a mini-stadium project, reflecting the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students equipped for success in all aspects of life.
Perhaps the greatest measure of Mind Builders School’s success lies in the achievements of its alumni. Through deliberate investments in quality teaching, staff development, international exposure programmes, and a favourable teacher-to-student ratio, the institution has consistently produced exceptional graduates who excel across diverse professional fields.
Between 1999 and 2015, Mrs. Falore sponsored educational visits to leading schools in South Africa and the United Kingdom, enabling teachers and administrators to acquire global best practices in educational delivery, leadership, and school management. These investments have yielded remarkable results, transforming Mind Builders School into a recognized incubator for academic excellence and leadership development.
The institution has proudly produced numerous first-class graduates from prestigious universities in Nigeria, Europe, and North America, while several former members of staff have gone on to establish and manage successful schools across Nigeria, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This expanding network of educational leaders serves as a powerful testament to the multiplier effect of the values and standards cultivated within Mind Builders School.
Beyond academic accomplishments, the institution has maintained a strong commitment to social responsibility. Guided by Mrs. Falore’s conviction that quality education should not be reserved for the privileged few, Mind Builders School has consistently supported scholarship programmes for indigent students, provided educational opportunities for vulnerable children, and contributed to the improvement of public schools through infrastructure support and community-based interventions.
The school’s influence has also been felt in educational advocacy and policy development. Through Mrs. Falore’s leadership roles in the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), the Association of Private Educators in Nigeria (APEN), and the World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP), Mind Builders School has become a reference point for educational best practices and institutional excellence.
As stakeholders gather to celebrate Mrs. Falore’s 70th birthday and Golden Jubilee in education, many believe the greatest tribute to her legacy is the institution she built. Mind Builders School has become far more than an educational establishment; it is a living monument to perseverance, visionary leadership, innovation, and the transformative power of quality education.
The upcoming symposium will feature leading intellectuals and policy influencers discussing educational excellence, leadership, and sustainability, themes that have defined both Mrs. Falore’s career and the growth trajectory of Mind Builders School. It will also provide an opportunity for educators, policymakers, parents, and development partners to reflect on how purposeful leadership can transform educational institutions into engines of national development.
After nearly three decades of institutional growth and fifty years of service to education, Mind Builders School stands today as one of the clearest examples of what can be achieved when vision is matched with discipline, consistency, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As Nigeria celebrates Mrs. Bolajoko Falore’s remarkable milestone, it is also celebrating the success story of Mind Builders School—a school that continues to build minds, shape character, nurture leaders, and prepare future generations for the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly changing world.
