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📍 Eziukwu, Aba, Abia State
"Testimonium Perhibere Veritati"
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Catholic Diocese of Aba · Est. 1957

Forming Men of
Faith, Character
& Excellence

Sacred Heart College Eziukwu Aba (SAHARCO) has nurtured generations of exemplary young men through rigorous academics, moral discipline, and Catholic values for over six decades.

67+
Years of Excellence
3,000+
Alumni Worldwide
6
Class Arms
100%
Catholic Identity
Est. 1957

A Legacy of Faith,
Discipline & Excellence

Sacred Heart College Eziukwu Aba (SAHARCO) is a prestigious Catholic boys' secondary school founded in 1957 by the Catholic Diocese of Aba. Nestled in the heart of Aba, Abia State, we form young men of character, competence, and compassion — equipped to lead in every sphere of life.

Our mission is rooted in the Sacred Heart of Jesus: to bear witness to truth through academic rigor, spiritual formation, and service to humanity.

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Academic Excellence
Consistently outstanding WAEC & NECO results through dedicated teaching and structured learning.
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Catholic Formation
Faith and values at the centre of everything — daily Mass, retreats, and moral instruction.
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Discipline
A structured, orderly environment that builds character and prepares boys for life beyond school.
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Co-curricular Depth
Sports, debate, music, scouts, and cultural activities that develop the whole person.
SAHARCO Main Gate
School Grotto
1957
Founded
Why SAHARCO

What Sets Us Apart

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Modern Science Labs
Fully equipped biology, chemistry, and physics laboratories enabling hands-on scientific exploration.
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E-Library & ICT
A state-of-the-art e-library and computer centre providing digital literacy and research resources.
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Old Boys Library
A rich physical library endowed by our proud alumni — thousands of volumes across every discipline.
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Experienced Faculty
Dedicated and qualified teachers who invest in every student's academic and personal growth.
Our Campus

Modern Facilities &
Conducive Learning Spaces

Sacred Heart Grotto at SAHARCO
Our Mission

Rooted in the
Sacred Heart

"Testimonium Perhibere Veritati" — To Bear Witness to the Truth

Our motto captures the spirit of SAHARCO. Every dimension of school life — from classroom instruction to chapel worship, from sports fields to community service — is oriented toward forming young men who will bear witness to truth and integrity in the world.

Founded under the Catholic Diocese of Aba, Sacred Heart College holds fast to the educational philosophy of the Church: that the development of faith, reason, and character are inseparable. We are not merely an academic institution; we are a community of formation.

Catholic Identity Integrity Service Academic Rigor Brotherhood Discipline
Most Rev. Prof. Augustin Ndubueze Echema — Catholic Bishop of Aba
Most Rev. Prof.
Augustin Ndubueze Echema
Catholic Bishop of Aba · Proprietor, SAHARCO
Bishop's Message

A Word from Our
Bishop & Proprietor

"Education is not merely the transmission of knowledge — it is the formation of conscience, the lighting of a flame that no darkness can extinguish."

Sacred Heart College Eziukwu Aba stands as one of the finest expressions of the Catholic Diocese of Aba's commitment to the integral formation of young men. Since 1957, this institution has been a place where faith and reason, discipline and creativity, tradition and aspiration are held together in fruitful tension.

I encourage every student, parent, teacher, and alumnus to remain steadfast in the values that define our Schools: academic excellency, truth, integrity, service, and love of God. May every young man who passes through these gates go forth to bear witness to the truth in every arena of life.

Most Rev. Prof. Augustin N. Echema Catholic Bishop of Aba · Proprietor, Sacred Heart College
Classes Offered

From Junior Secondary
to Senior Secondary

SAHARCO offers a complete secondary education spanning six years across the Junior and Senior Secondary programmes, fully aligned with the Nigerian National Curriculum.

JS1
Junior Secondary 1
Entry level · Foundation academic year · New entrants
JS
JS2
Junior Secondary 2
Building literacy, numeracy, and scientific thinking
JS
JS3
Junior Secondary 3
BECE examination class · Subject specialisation preparation
JS
SS1
Senior Secondary 1
Science, Arts, or Commercial track begins
SS
SS2
Senior Secondary 2
Deepening subject mastery · Exam preparation begins
SS
SS3
Senior Secondary 3
WAEC & NECO examination class · Final year
SS

How to Apply

Admissions into JS1 and SS1 are conducted annually. Follow the steps below to begin your son's SAHARCO journey.

1
Obtain and complete the admission form from the school's administrative office or online portal.
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Submit the form with copies of birth certificate, Primary 6 leaving certificate (for JS1), and BECE results (for SS1).
3
Sit the entrance examination conducted by the school on a designated date.
4
Await results and, upon offer of admission, complete the acceptance and payment of school fees.
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