Rooted in Values. Growing in Purpose.
For seven decades, OLASS has formed young women who are guided by values and driven by excellence.
Who we are
Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School (OLASS) was founded on 23rd January, 1956 by the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA). From a small cohort of pioneering students, OLASS has grown into one of Lagos’ most respected Catholic girls’ secondary schools.
Everything we do here flows from a simple conviction: that every girl who walks through our gates carries God-given potential waiting to be formed, challenged and sent forth in service.
BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SCHOOL
Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, yaba was established on 23rd January 1956 by the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles. The school was founded as one of the Catholic Archdiocesan Missionary Schools in Lagos, aiming at uplifting women and children through education, healthcare, and pastoral care. The first administrator was Rev. Sr. Breda. From inception, OLASS has been committed to providing girls with a balanced intellectual, moral, and physical education grounded in Christian principles.
In 1979, the Lagos State Government took over the school, as it did with other mission schools. There was a drastic reduction in the standard of education during this period. This action undermined the quality of education provided by the Catholic missionary institutions like OLASS, Yaba with great emphasis on both the moral and academic development of the girl child.
On the 2nd of October, 2001, the Lagos state government under the leadership of Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned some of the missionary schools to their original owners and OLASS, Yaba was one of the five secondary schools that were returned to the Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos and Proprietor of the Schools, His Eminence, Anthony Cardinal Olubunmi Okogie. Hence, the birth of the new OLASS, Yaba from October 2001 till date.
Since 2001, OLASS has been rebuilt to meet international standards. Guided by our Catholic mission, we now have modern facilities including a Chapel, Labs, ICT Centre, Library, Clinic, Auditorium, and upgraded sports infrastructure to support academic and holistic growth.
To provide quality education by making use of the best human and material resources available, while nurturing students to grow spiritually, morally, academically, and into responsible citizens of our nation.
To produce solid, balanced, mature, and trustworthy Nigerian women who will lead our nation to an enviable height, knowledge and service.
Omnia Pro Deo — "All for God"
Four values, one identity.
We uphold honesty, courage and responsibility in word and action.
We believe in hard work, excellence, and giving our best in every task, big or small.
We treat everyone with respect, kindness, and good manners at all times.
We value time by being prompt, disciplined, and reliable in all our responsibilities.
Rooted in the Gospel.
Daily Mass, morning prayer, Marian devotion — faith at OLASS is not a subject but a rhythm. Students of all backgrounds are formed in reverence, service and moral courage.
- Daily Holy Mass and morning prayer
- Sacramental preparation and retreats
- Marian devotions and the Living Rosary
- Charitable outreach to the wider community
Queen of Apostles O Mary we hail thee.
Verse 1
1. Queen of Apostles O Mary we hail thee
Queen and Mother of us Thou art:
And we pour sweet praises upon thee
As they rise from our loving hearts:
When they reach thee, beyond the skies:
Turn to us Thy merciful eyes:
Chorus: "Watch o'er Thy children, our Queen and our
Mother.
We to God service our lives have sworn
Think of us:
Speak for us: Work with us: Plead for us:
Queen of Apostles, dear star of the morn”
Verse 2
Queen art Thou of the shining angels:
Queen art Thou of the happy Saints:
Mother and Queen, of us Thy children:
Send us help when our courage fails:
Spotless Mother and Queen Divine:"
All the love of our hearts is Thine:
Chorus: "Watch o'er Thy children, our Queen and our
Mother.
Verse 3
Bless us with thy Holy Blessing ,”
As we gather around Thy Throne:
Lay Thy hand with a tender pressure
On this school which is all Thine own,
While we are here and when we are far:
Light up our way dear morning Star:
Chorus: "Watch o'er Thy children, our Queen and our
Mother.
