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Unleashing the brilliance in the mind of every child

Schoolers Pen began with a single idea — that every young mind deserves a space to be heard. What started as a small literary initiative has blossomed into a growing platform where students, teens, and kids across Africa and beyond can express themselves boldly through poetry, prose, essays, and art.

500+ Student Articles Published

Young voices from various schools have shared their creativity with the world through our platform

30+ Partner Schools

We’re proudly working with schools across the country to build student writing culture.

Featured on 5+ Education Blogs

Schoolers Pen has been spotlighted by leading education platforms for youth engagement.

12 Writing Contests Hosted

We organize monthly themed contests that attract hundreds of passionate student writers.

3,000+ Students Reached

Our content, events, and opportunities have positively impacted thousands of young minds.

Explore Student Creativity

Poetry

From spoken word to rhymes that tug at your heart — dive into verses crafted by young voices filled with emotion, truth, and soul.

Fiction

Travel through imaginative worlds, thrilling plots, and unforgettable characters — all written by the sharpest young minds.

Non-Fiction

Real stories, sharp opinions, deep reflections — our non-fiction section features articles and essays grounded in truth and experience.

Arts/ Photos

Visual masterpieces from photography to hand-drawn sketches — see the world through the eyes of talented young artists.

Why Schoolers Pen Exists

Schoolers Pen was born out of a passion to give young voices a place to be heard, celebrated, and preserved. We believe every child has a story, and this platform is where those stories come alive — through writing, poetry, art, and creative expression. It’s more than a project — it’s a movement of brilliance, one pen stroke at a time.

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Unleash your imagination and let your voice be heard.
Whether it’s poetry, fiction, art, or essays — our contests give you a national platform to shine and get published.

Introducing the Schoolers Pen Magazine

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A Creative Anthology by Young Writers and Artists Across Nigeria!

Discover our bi- monthly magazine featuring the best works from young writers and artists across Nigeria and beyond. From standout poems and stories to photo essays and creative designs, each edition is a celebration of student talent and imagination.

What People Are Saying

“Thanks to the contest, I gained confidence in my writing! It was my first time sharing my story publicly, and the feedback was so encouraging. I now believe in the power of my voice.”

“Being featured in the magazine made me feel seen.” I never imagined my poem could touch so many people. This experience reminded me that young voices matter too.”

“This platform helped me discover the writer in me.” I joined for fun, but it unlocked a part of me I didn’t know existed. Now, I’m writing more than ever — and loving it!”

Before You Submit, Read This!

Are you a passionate writer, poet, artist, or photographer? Schoolers Pen welcomes submissions that inspire, educate, and provoke thought. Whether you’re submitting a piece for our magazine, entering a contest, or contributing to a featured publication, make sure to follow our simple and clear submission rules to increase your chances of being featured.

We believe in giving everyone a platform — from emerging talents to seasoned creatives. Please read our submission guidelines carefully before sending in your work.