A clear, structured 10-step journey that transforms how your school operates and is perceived.
The School Integrity Certification Program is a school-level integrity certification initiative. Developed by Step Up Nigeria, SICP provides schools with a structured, evidence-based framework to assess, strengthen, and demonstrate their institutional integrity.
Schools that complete the process earn the right to display the SICP seal — a recognised mark of excellence that tells communities, parents, and government: this school is committed to doing things right.
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Awarded to schools that successfully complete all 10 integrity steps and meet the certification standard.
✓ School Registry Listing
✓ Access to SICP Network
✓ Renewal Support Programme
🔒 Confidentiality Statement
All information submitted by schools during the SICP process is treated with the strictest confidentiality. Data is used solely for certification assessment and is not shared with third parties without consent. Schools may withdraw at any stage without penalty.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, a school must be a registered school in the country of residence, have a functioning School Management Committee, not be under Government Sanction, and be willing to undergo an independent integrity assessment.
Each step addresses a key pillar of school integrity. Schools work through these with guidance from SICP facilitators.
Expression of Interest and Enrolment
School submits an expression of interest and formally enrols in the School Integrity Certification Program.
Introduction to the School Integrity Certification Program
School leadership and key staff are introduced to the SICP framework, objectives, and certification requirements.
Introductory Sensitization with Schools
A sensitization session is conducted with the wider school community to build awareness and commitment to the SICP process.
Self Assessment
The school conducts a structured self-assessment to evaluate its current integrity standing across key areas.
Validation
SICP facilitators review and validate the self-assessment findings with the school leadership team.
Integrity Clinic
Schools participate in the SICP Integrity Clinic — a structured learning programme addressing key pillars of school integrity.
Document Review
SICP assessors review all required policy documents, codes of conduct, and implementation records submitted by the school.
Approval
The SICP Review Committee assesses all findings and approves schools that have met the required integrity standards.
Certification
Approved schools receive the official SICP Certificate of Integrity and the SICP seal at a formal certification ceremony.
Publish Names on Website
Certified schools are publicly listed on the SICP website, recognising their commitment to institutional integrity.
Complete the expression of interest form to begin your school's SICP journey. Our team will reach out within 5 business days.