St. John Bosco College of Education is a teacher education college in Navrongo (Kassena Nankana East District, Upper East Region, Ghana) set up in 1946 with 10 male students to pursue a 2-year post middle Teacher’s Certificate ‘B’ course. Seven of the ten students finished the program. This course terminated in 1961.The college became a public tertiary institution, established by the Colleges of Education Act (847) 2012, accredited by the National Accreditation Board Ghana , and mandated to train standard teachers for Pre-tertiary Education in Ghana.
The college is specialized in training teachers in the broad areas of Social, Agriculture and Pure Sciences, as well as Computing, Mathematics, Technical and Vocational disciplines. It is one of the about 40 public colleges of education in Ghana.In sports, the college is the pacesetter among the colleges in Northern Ghana. Bosco’s has played a leading role in the education against HIV/AIDS among students in particular, and the public in the Kassena-Nankana District in general.
Our philosophy revolves around the transformative power of education, nurturing the holistic growth of students through academic excellence, character formation, and social responsibility to empower educators who inspire lifelong learning.
With a focus on academic excellence, ethical values, and innovative teaching methods, we aim to prepare educators who positively impact the field of education. Our principles revolve around supporting students’ development and instilling a commitment to making a difference.
The key to success lies in our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. we empower our students to become successful educators who positively impact the lives of others.By providing a supportive learning environment, fostering critical thinking skills.
Welcome to St. John Bosco College of Education, where dreams become reality and futures are shaped. Our institution takes pride in celebrating the achievements of our graduating class as they cross the threshold from students to educators, equipped with knowledge, passion, and a commitment to making a difference in the world.
Graduation is a momentous occasion, signifying the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance, and dedication.We believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that empowers our students to become compassionate and effective educators.
To be a center of excellence in teacher education in Ghana and beyond
As a catholic Educational institution, we seek to create and sustain a conducive environment for quality training of teacher trainees in relevant skills, adequate knowledge and positive attitudes to enhance the moral spiritual and social values for teaching at the pre-tertiary level
FACERE ET DOCERE