Also known as: Accra Academy Senior High School
Accra Academy — secondary school that reached the National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale for the first time in 2026, finishing second with 33 points.
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… In a congratulatory message, the alumni group praised the team for its outstanding performance at the 2026 NSMQ Grand Finale, where PRESEC defeated Accra Academy and St Augustine’s College to reclaim the coveted title. …
Ɔdadeɛ Global Executives congratulate PRESEC on historic 9th NSMQ trophyJoy Online
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has described Accra Academy as Ghana’s foremost all-round school, citing the achievements of its alumni across major sectors of national life. …
Kissi Agyebeng declares Accra Academy Ghana’s foremost all-round schoolJoy Online
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has backed Accra Academy to build on its historic National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) campaign, urging the school’s team to return stronger and compete for the trophy in 2027. …
Kissi Agyebeng supports Accra Academy NSMQ team with laptops after historic final appearanceJoy Online
… PRESEC survived a dramatic three-way finale against St Augustine’s College and Accra Academy to retain its place as the most successful school in NSMQ history. …
PRESEC’s ADO9 moment sparks social media frenzy after NSMQ victoryJoy Online
… The Legon-based school started the contest slowly but produced a determined comeback to overcome St Augustine’s College and Accra Academy in a thrilling three-way battle. …
NSMQ 2026: From 9 points to ADO9 – PRESEC Legon survive thriller to claim 9th trophyJoy Online
… Eight-time champions Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), two-time champions St Augustine’s College (AUGUSCO) and first-time finalists Accra Academy took their places on the grand stage for the final showdown. …
Photos: Inside the thrilling NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale as PRESEC, AUGUSCO and Accra Academy battle for gloryJoy Online
… The six schools are Achimota School, Accra Academy, Wesley Grammar School, St. John’s Grammar School, St. …
Achimota, five other SHSs pilot waste segregation, clean-air initiativeJoy Online
The atmosphere at the University of Ghana, Legon, Premier Dome is charged with excitement as supporters of Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St Augustine’s College and Accra Academy rally behind their schools at the grand finale of the 2026 National Science and …
Photos: Jama, chants and school pride as NSMQ 2026 grand finale heats upJoy Online
The much-anticipated 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Grand Finale is underway, with three schools; record-holders Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), two-time champions St Augustine’s College (AUGUSCO) and debut finalists Accra Academy — facing off for …
Livestream: NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale, PRESEC, AUGUSCO and Accra Academy battle for national gloryJoy Online
… Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St Augustine’s College and Accra Academy will battle for the 2026 NSMQ crown at the University of Ghana Premier Dome at 3:00 pm. …
Dumelo wishes NSMQ finalists well ahead of contestPresbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz with 40 points, defeating Accra Academy (33 points) and St Augustine's College (27 points) to claim its ninth NSMQ trophy, marking the school's return to the final after a two-year absence.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz with 40 points, defeating Accra Academy (33 points) and St Augustine's College (27 points) to claim its ninth NSMQ trophy, marking the school's return to the final after a two-year absence.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has described Accra Academy as Ghana's foremost all-round school, citing the calibre and impact of its alumni in governance, law, business, entertainment, sports and science. He highlighted the school's scientific heritage and noted that Accra Academy is determined to reclaim its position in science and mathematics after other schools recently took the lead.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, an old student of Accra Academy, presented laptops and other items to the school's NSMQ team following its first-ever appearance at the competition's Grand Finale, urging the team to return stronger and compete for the trophy in 2027.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) claimed its ninth National Science and Maths Quiz victory, defeating St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a thrilling final. The school recovered from a nine-point opening round to finish on 40 points and secure the trophy, prompting widespread celebrations on social media.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) has won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship, their ninth trophy, after overcoming a slow start to defeat St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a close final round.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is underway at the University of Ghana with eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and first-time finalists Accra Academy competing for the championship trophy.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Six Senior High Schools in the Greater Accra Region are piloting the Schools for Clean Air and Waste Segregation (SCAWS) project, led by Impact Footprints Africa with support from the Clean Air Fund and Ghana Education Service, to improve waste segregation, reduce open burning and promote cleaner air. The project, launched at Achimota School on September 7, aims to develop a practical model for scaling to other schools while engaging students, teachers, and school management.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale is underway at the University of Ghana, Legon, with PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy competing. PRESEC-Legon, the eight-time champions, are seeking a historic ninth title after a two-year absence, while Accra Academy makes their first-ever grand finale appearance.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is taking place with Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St Augustine's College (AUGUSCO), and Accra Academy competing for the national title.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
John Dumelo, MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has wished the three finalists of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz—PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy—well ahead of today's grand finale at the University of Ghana Premier Dome. Accra Academy is appearing in the final for the first time, while PRESEC-Legon seeks a record ninth title and St Augustine's College aims for a third.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has wished the three finalists—Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy Senior High School—well ahead of the National Science and Maths Quiz grand finale, describing them as some of Ghana's finest schools.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Schools for Clean Air and Waste Segregation (SCAWS) project has been launched in Accra to promote cleaner school environments through waste segregation and sustainable management practices. Led by Impact Footprints Africa with the Clean Air Fund and Ghana Education Service, the initiative will work with six selected schools—five public and one private—to introduce practical waste management systems.
8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale will see record eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and debutant Accra Academy competing for the trophy. PRESEC-Legon has appeared 13 times in the final and is the only school to have won back-to-back titles on two separate occasions.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra Academy qualified for the National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale for the first time in the school's history, winning the semi-final on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with 54 points ahead of Bright Senior High School (44 points) and Achimota School (43 points).
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project will begin constructing a double-cell underground drain measuring 10 metres wide and 1.95 kilometres long along Dr. Busia Highway in Kaneshie from September 7, 2026, with work expected to run until October 2027. The new drain will replace existing 1.2-metre diameter pipes to address inadequate stormwater capacity in the area.
26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project will begin constructing a major underground stormwater drain along Dr Busia Highway in Accra on September 7 to improve flood management. The double-cell rectangular drain will extend 1.5 kilometres from Pamprom Junction to First Light Junction, replacing two existing pipes.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2000-year group of Accra Academy has commissioned and handed over an eco-park named after the late Mrs Beatrice Lokko, the school's first and only female headmistress, during the school's Homecoming event.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra Academy Old Boys Association will hold a float and homecoming on Saturday, August 15, to celebrate the school's 95th anniversary and honour its four founders, with the procession starting from campus and passing through Accra before stopping at Ellen House in James Town where the school began. Old boys will also commission new facilities including an Echo Park, a 12-unit washroom facility, and a six-unit classroom block.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School and Accra Academy will renew their football rivalry in the curtain-raiser of the 2026 All Star Festival, a two-day event at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on July 10–11 featuring expanded family activities, a Kids' Play Zone, and a business convocation alongside the football competition.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Project Coordinator of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project says dredging works on the Odaw River are 40 per cent complete, with the contractor expected to finish by year-end. The dredging is part of broader engineering efforts to improve stormwater flow and reduce flood risks, with additional drainage construction underway in several flood-prone communities.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project says dredging of the Odaw River is not a one-off intervention but a continuous process to manage sediment that keeps re-entering the waterway. The project follows a two-stage approach: first clearing an estimated 655,000 cubic metres of accumulated sediment, then shifting to continuous maintenance dredging based on depth thresholds, with the contractor expected to complete initial dredging by year-end.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Fire Service contained two separate fires in Accra over the weekend: a vehicle fire at Accra Academy in Bubiashie on Saturday night with no injuries, and a tailoring shop fire in a metal container at Dansoman Last Stop on Sunday. The service urged the public to inspect electrical installations and observe fire safety precautions.
8 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Personnel from the Industrial Area Fire Station responded to two fire incidents in Accra over the weekend: a vehicle fire at Accra Academy in Bubiashie on Saturday night and a tailoring shop fire in Dansoman on Sunday. No casualties were reported in either incident, though a Lexus vehicle and sewing equipment were destroyed; causes remain under investigation.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece prompted by recent social media debate about the National Science and Maths Quiz argues that Ghana has normalised ranking human worth based on schools attended and career prestige, creating a hierarchy that undervalues less prestigious institutions and creative or technical pathways.
6 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
A student's comment dismissing the National Science and Maths Quiz sparked online debate about Ghana's tendency to rank human worth by school attended, course studied, and perceived career prestige rather than individual capability and contribution.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra Academy held its 95th anniversary launch on May 29, calling on alumni, corporate institutions and development partners to help preserve the school's legacy. Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, whose four family generations attended the school, praised Accra Academy's role in producing national leaders since its 1931 founding.
1 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has been unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Ghana's national teams and colts football. Gyan disclosed that he battled depression about a year ago but was encouraged by GFA President Kurt Okraku to refocus on contributing to grassroots football development in the country.
21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Accra Academy will launch its 95th anniversary celebrations on May 29, 2026, at Ridge Church Main Auditorium under the theme "A Legacy of Pride, Purpose & Achievements." The year-long event will feature an unveiling of the anniversary logo, a historical documentary, and a fundraising appeal for infrastructural development.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has called on the Gaming Commission of Ghana to ensure the gaming industry's expansion contributes to the country's broader economic transformation agenda, focusing on regulation, revenue, and responsible gaming practices.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian entrepreneur and leadership coach Mary Anane Awuku has encouraged young people to actively take on leadership opportunities at every stage of their education, sharing her own journey from student leader in junior high school through regional student leadership structures in Greater Accra.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →