Introduction
Fashion Design and Garment Making is one of the key trade subjects in the revised Nigerian Junior Secondary School curriculum. It equips students with practical skills in clothing design, sewing, pattern making, fabric selection, and garment production.
This complete JSS1–JSS3 Fashion Design Scheme of Work is based on the revised NERDC curriculum, designed to help students develop creativity, sewing skills, and entrepreneurship abilities in the fashion industry.
This guide covers First Term, Second Term, and Third Term schemes of work for JSS1, JSS2, and JSS3, making it a complete resource for teachers and students.
Table of Contents
- JSS1 Fashion Design Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
- JSS2 Fashion Design Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
- JSS3 Fashion Design Scheme of Work (First–Third Term)
- Key Areas in the Revised Fashion Curriculum
- Importance of Fashion Design Education
- Teaching Tips for Teachers
- Conclusion
JSS1 Fashion Design and Garment Making Scheme of Work
First Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Introduction to Fashion Design |
| Week 2 |
Meaning of Clothing |
| Week 3 |
Importance of Clothing |
| Week 4 |
Types of Fabrics |
| Week 5 |
Sewing Tools and Equipment |
| Week 6 |
Basic Hand Stitches |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Simple Garment Making Introduction |
| Week 9 |
Safety in Sewing Workshop |
| Week 10 |
Measuring the Body |
| Week 11 |
Fabric Care |
| Week 12 |
Simple Sewing Practice |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Second Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Sewing Machine Introduction |
| Week 2 |
Parts of Sewing Machine |
| Week 3 |
Basic Machine Operation |
| Week 4 |
Pattern Making Introduction |
| Week 5 |
Cutting Fabrics |
| Week 6 |
Simple Garment Construction |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Stitching Techniques |
| Week 9 |
Clothing Maintenance |
| Week 10 |
Laundry and Fabric Care |
| Week 11 |
Fashion Sketching Basics |
| Week 12 |
Workshop Safety |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Third Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Revision of Sewing Basics |
| Week 2 |
Revision of Fabrics and Tools |
| Week 3 |
Machine Sewing Practice |
| Week 4 |
Simple Garment Project |
| Week 5 |
Fabric Cutting Practice |
| Week 6 |
Design and Creativity Practice |
| Week 7 |
Test |
| Week 8 |
Practical Sewing Project |
| Week 9 |
Exam Practice |
| Week 10 |
Revision |
| Week 11 |
Revision |
| Week 12 |
Revision |
| Week 13 |
Final Examination |
JSS2 Fashion Design and Garment Making Scheme of Work
First Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Revision of JSS1 Fashion Design |
| Week 2 |
Advanced Sewing Techniques |
| Week 3 |
Pattern Drafting Basics |
| Week 4 |
Fabric Selection and Properties |
| Week 5 |
Garment Construction Techniques |
| Week 6 |
Dart and Seam Making |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Dress Making Introduction |
| Week 9 |
Fashion Illustration |
| Week 10 |
Textile Design Basics |
| Week 11 |
Clothing Repair and Alteration |
| Week 12 |
Workshop Safety |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Second Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Sleeve Construction |
| Week 2 |
Collar Design |
| Week 3 |
Skirt and Trouser Making |
| Week 4 |
Fabric Decoration Techniques |
| Week 5 |
Industrial Sewing Machines |
| Week 6 |
Fashion Accessories |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Clothing Business Basics |
| Week 9 |
Pricing of Garments |
| Week 10 |
Customer Measurement Techniques |
| Week 11 |
Fashion Trends |
| Week 12 |
Revision |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Third Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Revision of JSS2 Topics |
| Week 2 |
Pattern Drafting Practice |
| Week 3 |
Garment Construction Practice |
| Week 4 |
Fashion Illustration Revision |
| Week 5 |
Practical Sewing Project |
| Week 6 |
Clothing Alteration Practice |
| Week 7 |
Test |
| Week 8 |
Past Questions |
| Week 9 |
Exam Practice |
| Week 10 |
Revision |
| Week 11 |
Revision |
| Week 12 |
Revision |
| Week 13 |
Final Examination |
JSS3 Fashion Design and Garment Making Scheme of Work
First Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Revision of JSS2 Fashion Design |
| Week 2 |
Advanced Pattern Drafting |
| Week 3 |
High Fashion Design Introduction |
| Week 4 |
Garment Fitting Techniques |
| Week 5 |
Fabric Innovation and Design |
| Week 6 |
Tailoring Techniques |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Fashion Entrepreneurship |
| Week 9 |
Branding in Fashion Industry |
| Week 10 |
Cost Estimation in Garment Making |
| Week 11 |
Customer Relationship Skills |
| Week 12 |
Workshop Management |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Second Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Advanced Garment Construction |
| Week 2 |
Bridal Wear Design Introduction |
| Week 3 |
Fashion Accessories Production |
| Week 4 |
Industrial Tailoring Techniques |
| Week 5 |
Fashion Marketing |
| Week 6 |
Online Fashion Business |
| Week 7 |
Revision / Test |
| Week 8 |
Fashion Show Organization |
| Week 9 |
Textile Technology |
| Week 10 |
Quality Control in Fashion |
| Week 11 |
Past Questions Practice |
| Week 12 |
Revision |
| Week 13 |
Examination |
Third Term
| Week |
Topic |
| Week 1 |
Full Revision of Fashion Design Topics |
| Week 2 |
Pattern Drafting Revision |
| Week 3 |
Garment Construction Revision |
| Week 4 |
Sewing Practical Project |
| Week 5 |
Fashion Business Project |
| Week 6 |
Workshop Practice |
| Week 7 |
Test |
| Week 8 |
Past Questions Practice |
| Week 9 |
Exam Preparation |
| Week 10 |
Revision |
| Week 11 |
Revision |
| Week 12 |
Revision |
| Week 13 |
Final Examination |
Key Areas in the Revised Fashion Curriculum
- Sewing and garment making
- Pattern drafting and design
- Fabric selection and textile knowledge
- Fashion entrepreneurship
- Clothing construction and finishing
Importance of Fashion Design Education
- Builds self-employment skills
- Encourages creativity and innovation
- Supports fashion industry development
- Promotes vocational skills acquisition
- Reduces unemployment among youths
Teaching Tips for Teachers
- Use sewing machines for practical lessons
- Encourage students to design their own clothes
- Organize fashion exhibitions
- Teach step-by-step garment making
- Promote creativity and originality
Conclusion
This JSS1–JSS3 Fashion Design and Garment Making Scheme of Work (Based on the Revised NERDC Trade Curriculum) provides a structured guide for teaching fashion skills in Nigerian junior secondary schools. It prepares students for careers in tailoring, fashion design, and entrepreneurship.
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