Library
A reading space fully equipped since January 2026.
Nikki, Borgou, Benin
Notre Dame
du Mont Carmel
Academic excellence in the heart of Benin. From preschool through high school, we shape tomorrow's leaders in a rigorous yet caring environment.
Our educational divisions
A complete journey from preschool through high school, tailored to every stage of your child's development.
Our story
Academic excellence in the heart of Benin
Founded in 2008 with the backing of the FUNDEBE Foundation, Notre Dame du Mont Carmel was born from the vision of Father Aurélien Favi, a Beninese priest determined to bring quality education to the children of Borgou.
In a region where the literacy rate barely reaches 42%, access to quality education is a matter of survival. Today, 572 students from preschool through high school follow a curriculum accredited by Benin's Ministries of Education and by the AEFE, guided by 35 qualified teachers.
Accredited curriculum (Benin and AEFE)
From preschool to high school
35 qualified local teachers
6 regional academic awards
Fully equipped school library
On-campus health center
Learn more about our storyWe know the challenge is great and the road is long. But we have a purpose, and we have the weapon: education.
— FUNDEBE Foundation
Why choose us?
Our commitment to educational excellence
Qualified teachers
A team of 35 experienced Beninese teachers, committed to every student.
Individual support
Personalised guidance and small groups for better learning.
Well-being and health
A daily meal thanks to sponsorship, and an on-site medical clinic.
Values-based education
A well-rounded education with a focus on human and social values.
Our facilities
Spaces designed for learning and growing
Courtyard and playground
Green spaces and play equipment to unwind between classes.
Laboratories
Rooms equipped for science and technology.
Canteen
Healthy, balanced meals prepared every day.
572
enrolled students
35
qualified teachers
15+
years of excellence
6
academic awards
School life
Discover the latest events, projects and achievements from our school.
Infrastructure
Fully equipped school library
The library at the Nikki Educational Centre is now fully equipped and ready to welcome students. A modern reading and learning space.
Infrastructure
Status of the Educational Centre chapel works
Thanks to donations from many contributors, the chapel works are progressing at a good pace. Discover the progress photos.
Pedagogy
6 excellence awards at the Borgou regional competition
Six of our students were awarded at the Borgou regional academic competition, a region of 1.3 million inhabitants. A pride for the entire educational community.
Frequently asked questions
Our support for students is comprehensive. Thanks to sponsorship programmes, we guarantee children a daily meal at school. The school also has a permanent medical clinic, open to all students and staff, to meet any health need.
Yes. The clinic serves students and teachers day to day, but it opens to the local community during campaigns by volunteer ophthalmologists. On each of these days, more than 1,000 people from the region receive care and more than 100 patients undergo surgery.
Yes. The curriculum is accredited: it meets the requirements of Benin's Ministry of Pre-school and Primary Education and Ministry of Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education, and it is also accredited by the AEFE.
The school has a modular design with modern classrooms, administrative offices and a library fully equipped since January 2026. It also has a canteen, a water tank, a storehouse and covered meeting areas.
What our families say
“My 4-year-old daughter no longer wants to miss school a single morning. She comes home singing the songs she learned and telling me everything she discovered. The teachers are patient and caring — you can tell they truly love the children.”
M
Mariama O.
Mother of a kindergarten student