British International School - Lagos vs Grange School

	B British International School - Lagos Lagos, Nigeria	G Grange School Lagos, Nigeria
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year NGN 6,500,000	Fees / year NGN 4,500,000 - 6,500,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 360	Pupils 700
Typical class size	Typical class size 14	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2001	Opened 1958
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 1 Landbridge Avenue, Oniru Private Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. It sits in a prime, serene area of Victoria Island with a vast green environment.	Location Grange School is located in Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, on Harold Shodipo Crescent in the GRA neighbourhood. It is part of Grange Education Limited. The contact address is Harold Shodipo Crescent, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. Phone +2349098846332 and email info@grangeschool.com.
Stages	Stages Ages 11 to 18; secondary and sixth form.	Stages Nursery; Primary; Secondary
School type	School type Co-educational, with day and boarding options.	School type Boarding school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school has students from over 10 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning support for students with learning needs, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, anxiety; in-class support, 1-to-1 directed support, and after-school study and enhancement groups; access for students with restricted mobility.	Additional learning support Unique Learners/Additional Learning Support Department provides structured academic intervention, including one-to-one and small-group support, development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), liaison with external professionals, and access to Chartered psychologists; parents participate in interventions.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British.	Country affiliation UK curriculum
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The School Day runs Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.; co-curricular activities take place from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.; BIS operates a ten-day timetable across two weeks (A and B).	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - NGN 0–NGN 250,000 one‑off application/registration fee typically payable to start the admissions process (where charged). Enrolment / Acceptance Fee (Deposit) - NGN 0–NGN 1,000,000 one‑off non‑refundable enrolment or acceptance deposit payable on acceptance of a place (commonly required by schools with limited places). Tuition fees (day students) — typical annual and per‑term ranges - Early Years / Nursery (per year): NGN 2,000,000 – NGN 4,000,000. - Per term (three terms): NGN 700,000 – NGN 1,400,000. - Primary (Years 1–6) (per year): NGN 3,500,000 – NGN 7,000,000. - Per term (three terms): NGN 1,200,000 – NGN 2,400,000. - Lower Secondary / Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) (per year): NGN 4,500,000 – NGN 8,500,000. - Per term (three terms): NGN 1,500,000 – NGN 2,900,000. - Upper Secondary / IGCSE (Years 10–11) (per year): NGN 5,500,000 – NGN 9,500,000. - Per term (three terms): NGN 1,800,000 – NGN 3,200,000. - Sixth Form / A‑Level (Years 12–13) (per year): NGN 5,500,000 – NGN 9,500,000. - Per term (three terms): NGN 1,800,000 – NGN 3,200,000. Boarding fees (where boarding is offered) - Full boarding (annual): NGN 7,000,000 – NGN 12,000,000 (usually inclusive of accommodation and meals; some packages exclude certain extras). - Weekly boarding supplement (annual): NGN 500,000 – NGN 3,000,000 depending on level and boarding type. - Per term equivalents follow the same three‑term split above. Other compulsory and recurring costs - School development/maintenance levy (one‑off or annual): NGN 0 – NGN 500,000. - Examination and testing fees (IGCSE/A‑Level/boarding entry tests): NGN 50,000 – NGN 500,000 per exam/session depending on subjects and external board charges. - School lunch / catering (termly or monthly): NGN 50,000 – NGN 400,000 per term depending on grade and meal plan. - Transport / school bus (per term): NGN 100,000 – NGN 1,200,000 depending on route and distance. - Uniform and starter kit (one‑off): NGN 25,000 – NGN 250,000 depending on number of sets, sports kit and grade. - Learning resources / workbooks / stationery (termly or annually): NGN 20,000 – NGN 300,000. - Medical / insurance contributions (annual/termly): NGN 10,000 – NGN 150,000. - Extracurricular activities / clubs / trips (variable): NGN 10,000 – NGN 500,000 per activity or trip. Billing schedule and payment terms - Schools operating a three‑term academic year commonly bill per term, with full payment due at the start of each term. - Many schools offer alternative schedules such as: - Annual payment in advance (single payment at start of academic year), or - Termly payments (three equal instalments), or - Monthly or instalment plans (where available, often subject to administration fees). - Late payment penalties and interest charges are commonly applied where fees are not paid by the due date; a written fee agreement typically specifies the grace period and penalty rate. Refund, withdrawal and fee‑credit terms - Acceptance deposits and certain administrative fees are commonly non‑refundable. - Fee refunds for withdrawal before term start are commonly handled according to the school's written fee policy; partial refunds may be offered if a pupil withdraws well before term begins, while no refund is typical once a term has started. - Refund or credit for mid‑term withdrawals, suspensions, or expulsions is typically limited or not available; any exceptions are set out in the school's fee and enrolment agreement. Fee payment options - Bank transfer (local NGN account) — standard method for tuition and large one‑off payments. - Credit/Debit card payments — often accepted for application, deposit or smaller invoices (may incur merchant fees). - POS payments / mobile money or USSD (where supported) for smaller items such as meals, uniform purchases or extracurricular activities. - Cheque payments and cash payments are sometimes accepted but increasingly discouraged for large sums. - International parents commonly pay by foreign currency bank transfer (USD, GBP, EUR) to school's designated accounts when required; exchange rate policy and bank charges are typically borne by the payer. Mandatory notice to parents - Written fee agreements set out the accepted payment methods, due dates, late‑payment penalties, refund rules, and any non‑refundable charges. Summary of availability of exact figures - A definitive, line‑by‑line official fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year (or 2025/26 where 2026/27 is not published) was not publicly located. The figures above present the full range of typical charges, common billing practices, and realistic per‑term/per‑year ranges for day and boarding students at this school. Exact per‑year, per‑term and per‑year‑group amounts (by year group) must be confirmed with the school's published fee schedule or registrar for a binding figure.	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - A non‑refundable application/registration fee is required for all applicants. The amount depends on the year of entry: Nursery N30,000; Reception N35,000; Years 1–3 N40,000; Years 4–6 N60,000; Secondary (Year 7 entry and secondary testing windows) N75,000. Tuition fees (by student type) — annual and per term - Day students (Primary and Secondary): ₦4,500,000 per academic session (annual). This equates to approximately ₦1,500,000 per term where the school operates a three‑term session. - Boarding students (Secondary boarding provision): ₦6,500,000 per academic session (annual). This equates to approximately ₦2,166,667 per term on a three‑term basis. Boarding places are available for Years 7–11 subject to availability and a separate boarding commitment fee. Tuition fees by year group (billing format and typical practice) - Nursery, Reception, Years 1–6 (Primary): charged as tuition with the same school fee framework applied to primary year groups (day provision). Standard annual tuition for primary is reported in the same range as secondary day rates above. Tuition is ordinarily billed on the session/term structure described below. - Years 7–11 (Secondary): day and boarding options exist. Day annual tuition aligns with the day figure above; boarding annual tuition aligns with the boarding figure above. Specific per‑year differentials (for example separate Year 7 vs Year 11 tuition bands) are not published in table form in the public session notice but Year 6, 9 and 11 have a different instalment requirement (see Billing schedule). Billing schedule and payment terms - Normal tuition payment options: payment in full annually or by term. Tuition is expected to be paid by the first week of each term. Year 6, Year 9 and Year 11 tuition is payable in two equal instalments (at the start of Term 1 and Term 2). Fees must be paid in full before resumption of each term and pupils with outstanding fees may be denied continued attendance after the third week of term. - Commitment / acceptance fee and deposit: a commitment/acceptance fee (amount quoted on the offer letter) is payable to secure a confirmed place after an offer. A refundable deposit equivalent to one term's fee is required of all new students; the deposit is refunded when a pupil leaves provided all outstanding fees are cleared and the school receives one term's written withdrawal notice. Boarding fees and boarding terms - Boarding is offered for secondary pupils (Years 7–11). Boarding costs are incorporated into the boarding annual fee (₦6,500,000 per session as shown above). Boarding places are subject to availability and a separate boarding commitment fee is required when a boarding place is offered; priority for boarding is given to existing boarders, siblings in boarding, overseas students and out‑of‑Lagos residents. Other compulsory and routine charges - Development levy / acceptance fee: a one‑time, non‑refundable payment charged on acceptance (described as a development levy in the school schedule). Funds are used for school development. - Educational resources fee: charged termly or annually to cover stationery, photocopying and classroom teaching resources. - Book rental fee: payable at the start of each term; books must be returned at year end (damaged/lost books must be replaced). - Co‑curricular / activity fees: compulsory co‑curricular levy charged per term to cover registration/affiliation fees for competitions, coaches and facilitators. - External examination fees: Year 11 pupils are charged for Cambridge IGCSE/UCLES examination entry; the school levies these charges once the examining body (British Council/Cambridge) confirms amounts. - Yearbook, school photographs, PTA levy and special events fee: charged as separate items (yearbook is a one‑time non‑refundable payment for the duration in Primary or Secondary; photographs and PTA contributions are separate charges). - Lunch / catering: lunch is collected as a fee; primary and secondary students may be billed for lunch (described as optional but commonly charged). - Uniform and stationery: uniform purchase and any required personal stationery or instruments are additional outlays and are not included in tuition. Bookstore/texts are included for some year bands where specifically stated in a published fee schedule. Refunds and cancellations - Application/registration fees and development/acceptance levies are non‑refundable. Refundable deposit (a term's fee) is returned on exit provided all outstanding fees are settled and one term's written notice of withdrawal is given. External exam entries and certain event fees are non‑refundable once the school or an external body has incurred the cost. Fee payment methods and practical details - Accepted payment channels include the school's online admissions/payment portal and payments processed to the school's account; customary methods used are bank transfer, bank draft or direct payment to Grange Education Ltd (payments are usually handled via the Bursar). Specific payment instructions and account references are provided in the school's admission and fee communication to parents. Extension requests for payment may be granted in exceptional cases and are subject to school approval. Notes on invoicing and timing - A schedule of fees for each academic session is made available in advance (the school communicates the current session fee schedule to parents from April for the coming session). Parents are asked to use the pupil's name/reference when making payments. Late payment may attract administrative action per the school's published terms. Summary of the most commonly applied headline figures (typical session figures used in public reporting) - Day tuition (typical headline annual figure): ₦4,500,000 per session (≈ ₦1,500,000 per term). - Boarding tuition (typical headline annual figure): ₦6,500,000 per session (≈ ₦2,166,667 per term).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available in three formats: full boarding, flexible boarding (Sunday evening to Friday afternoon in the boarding house with weekends at home), and personalised short-stay arrangements subject to bed availability. An airport transfer service to and from the school is provided. The school maintains a staff-to-student ratio under 1:10, with each boarder allocated a personal tutor. Boarding houses are led by a Senior House Parent with a team of Assistant House Parents; three qualified nurses provide 24-hour care with a direct link to a hospital, and the Head of Boarding coordinates day-to-day operations. A weekend activity programme runs alongside the weekday activities, meals are provided in Jarusato with Nigerian and continental options, and boarders can raise concerns via the Boarder Voice, which are addressed promptly.	Boarding arrangements Grange House has eight units for up to 96 boarders (48 girls and 48 boys) aged 11–16; Units 1–4 house boys and Units 5–8 house girls, with 12 students per unit in a 3-room, 4-per-room arrangement with ensuite bathrooms. Full-time boarding is offered, with flexi boarding (Monday–Friday) and occasional boarding available.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform includes a white shirt with the top button fastened and a school tie; shirts must be neatly tucked in. The school shop sells rain coats, black V-neck jumpers, and green blazers; other coats are not permitted. Hairstyles should be tidy and natural; girls' hair must be tied back and extensions should be collar-length; boys must be clean-shaven. Girls may wear one pair of small stud earrings and no other piercings or necklaces; no nail varnish. Boys' trousers are black with plain belts; girls wear tartan skirts sitting on or below the knee with black socks (boys) or white socks (girls); plain black formal shoes are required.	Uniform requirement A uniform is worn by Grange School pupils.
Food options	Food options Food is provided by the catering team, offering Nigerian and continental meals. All meals are served in Jarusato on the main campus.	Food options Boarding meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner with weekly cycle menus. The menus feature Nigerian dishes and a World Cuisine section, with fruit, desserts, and afternoon snacks.
House system	House system The boarding houses provide a homely environment. Each house comprises small, personalised bedrooms (up to four boarders per room; sixth formers up to two per room), a dedicated study and prep room, and access to recreational facilities, with air-conditioning and modern shower and toilet facilities. There is daily contact with families, 24-hour nursing support from three nurses, and a secure, guarded compound. Each house is led by a Senior House Parent with a team of Assistant House Parents, under the day-to-day coordination of the Head of Boarding.	House system Pupils are organized within the Grange House boarding system, which comprises eight units (four for boys and four for girls) with houseparents supervising. Inter-House Sports are part of school life, offering competitions between houses.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Grange School is governed by Grange Education Limited. The Governing Council includes a Chairperson (Mrs. Awuneba Ajumogobia) and several governors, such as Mr. ‘Tola Osunkiyesi, Mrs. Yinka Taiwo, Ms. Funmi Lanre-Phillips, Arc. Ayo Onajide, Mr. Ernest Oladipo Faulkner, Mrs. Kemi Osinibi, Mrs. Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, and Mr. S. Kum.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British National Curriculum at Key Stage 3 (years 7-9). Yoruba is offered as per national requirements in Nigeria. Fifteen subject areas are covered: Art, Geography, Math, Science(s), Drama, Germany, Music, Yoruba, English, History, PE, French, ICT, PSHE.	Curriculum details The Grange School curriculum is academically challenging and engaging. Key Stages 3 and 4 have distinct curricula, supplemented by a wide range of co-curricular programmes and a structured pastoral care system. Students listen attentively in class, collaborate with peers, and develop study skills, with confidence in using technology alongside books. Key Stage 3 focuses on scientific enquiry, creativity, problem solving, teamwork, collaborative learning, and critical thinking. Fifteen subjects are taught in Year 7 by specialist teachers: English Language, Drama, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), History, Geography, French, Spanish, Art and Design, Physical Education (PE), Nigerian Studies, and Music, leading to IGCSE qualifications. Enriching opportunities include local excursions for Years 7–10, an integration weekend for Year 7, and a language immersion trip to Spain for Year 8. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) comprises a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 10 subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, at least one Modern Foreign Language, at least one Science, at least one Humanities subject, and at least one Vocational subject as compulsory subjects; additional electives complete the ten. The Year 10–11 programme culminates in the IGCSE examination over two years.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Average class size is 14 students (4 in Sixth Form). Form groups are 8 pupils.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results The school has a track record of outstanding examination results, with students excelling in internal and external examinations, including some of the best CIE academic achievers in Nigeria and, on occasions, the highest achievers in the world.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression BIS staff support students in applying to universities most commonly in the UK, USA and Canada, including meetings with university representatives, career and degree guidance, UCAS/Common App and other application support, personal statement guidance, mock interviews, and tutoring for course-specific testing. Recently BIS students have received offers from Durham, Toronto, Sheffield, Brunel and Liverpool.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care supports each student's personal growth and well-being within a welcoming community. The form tutor provides daily pastoral guidance, supported by senior pastoral staff, the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) and the school counsellor. The programme emphasizes developing coping skills to address bullying with a zero-tolerance approach, and includes guidance on studying, relationships and post-16 pathways, along with focused counselling and celebration of achievement. The overall aim is to nurture empathy, resilience and a sense of belonging among students.	Social & emotional learning The Grange School has a Pastoral & Well-Being program that supports students' social and emotional development. Service Learning connects classroom learning with community needs to develop empathy and social awareness. Counselling and Careers services are available to address emotional and psychological needs. A structured discipline system and a rewards/consequences framework promote self-discipline and respectful relationships. The school has a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and an E-Safety policy with a safe reporting channel to protect students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Learning Support team provides help for students who struggle to access the curriculum, have diagnosed learning needs (e.g., dyslexia, dyspraxia), experience anxiety and stress around exams, or are gifted learners not reaching their potential. They support parents by fostering positive learning behaviours, helping to plan revision and study timetables, and advising on KS4 options. Support is offered as in-class support, 1-to-1 directed support, and after-school study and enhancement groups. The campus is designed to be accessible for students with restricted mobility.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a robust Special Education Needs, Counselling and Careers programme. The Unique Learners/Additional Learning Support Department provides structured academic intervention and supports students with learning differences. The team is led by a Unique Learners Coordinator and includes practitioners who monitor progress and create Target documents and IEPs, with external professionals involved and Chartered psychologists available by referral. The approach is inclusive, using differentiated strategies and resources to meet diverse needs, with active parental involvement in interventions.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through pastoral care and counselling as part of the BIS welfare system. Students can receive focused personal counselling, guided by the form tutor and supported by senior pastoral staff and the school counsellor. The health care team provides medical support for students as needed, contributing to overall wellbeing. Qualified nurses provide 24/7 medical support across the school and boarding facilities.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is central to the Grange School approach through its Pastoral & Well-Being framework. Counselling is available to provide emotional and psychological support. Anti-bullying and E-Safety policies protect students' mental health and reflect the school's safeguarding ethos. Assemblies and student leadership help foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The safeguarding framework includes a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) supported by the senior pastoral team and the school counsellor, with a zero-tolerance approach to bullying.	Safeguarding Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is integrated into pastoral care and activities are designed with age-appropriate considerations, under the guidance of the pastoral team. The school provides reporting mechanisms for concerns and uses a whistleblowing policy to ensure issues such as bullying can be raised safely.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The British International School Lagos is located at 1 Landbridge Avenue, Oniru Private Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, in a prime serene area with a vast green environment. Meals are provided in Jarusato dining hall on the main campus. The campus provides on-site medical care with qualified nurses across the school; three nurses live in the boarding houses to ensure 24/7 medical support, and there is a medical unit on campus with links to local doctors and hospitals. A library exists for learning and co-curricular activities, supporting students' reading and study needs. The school day runs Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m., with co-curricular activities from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., and the school operates a ten-day timetable across two weeks.	Facilities overview The Grange School campus includes Grange House, a Boarding House with eight units for up to 96 boarders (48 boys and 48 girls) aged 11 to 16. Each unit accommodates 12 students in a 3-room, 4-student-per-room layout with ensuite bathrooms. Boarding is available full-time, with options for flexi or occasional boarding. A Sickbay with a resident nurse serves boarders, and there is a nearby clinic for medical care. Laundry is provided for students, and common rooms support social life; dining is arranged in the hostel with a published weekly menu.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities A range of recreational facilities is available in the boarding houses. The school supports rugby and swimming as part of its sports program. Co-curricular offerings include athletics, badminton, coding, debate, Model United Nations, rugby, swimming, chess, Spanish, philosophy, dance, mathematics, Yoruba, tennis, and art and photography.	Sports facilities The school participates in AISEN Under-17 Basketball Competition and the Dolphin Swimming League, indicating on-site facilities for basketball and swimming. An Inter-House Sports program is part of the school calendar, supporting regular sporting activity.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The library is available for learning and development. Personalised learning is BIS's approach, with a non-selective intake and small class sizes (average 14 students, 4 in Sixth Form), with a dedicated learning support faculty and evening academic support for boarders.	Academic facilities The library is described as the heartbeat of the school, with a broad stock of fiction and non-fiction, a cloud-based library catalogue, and access to digital resources via OverDrive and Sora. Library induction and Grange Reads activities promote reading and research skills. The Unique Learners/Additional Learning Support Department provides structured interventions, one-to-one and small-group support for students with learning needs, coordinating with teachers and parents.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular activities include athletics, badminton, coding, debate, Model United Nations, tag and contact rugby, swimming, Rotary Club, robotics, chess, Spanish, philosophy, dance, mathematics, Yoruba, tennis, and art and photography. A weekend activity programme offers sport, excursions, motivating lectures, debates, skill development, social events, and other activities.	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of clubs runs during and after school for Reception–Year 6, including Swimming, Taekwondo, Soccer, Chess, Scrabble, Dance, Basketball, Design & Technology, Athletics, Drama, Gymnastics, Volleyball, STEAM, Enterprise, Debating, Maths Club and Ballet. Clubs change each term and students sign up at the start of each term. Inter-school competitions are arranged in coordination with the AISEN calendar.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The British International School Lagos opened in September 2001. It sits on a large thirty-acre site on Victoria Island, Lagos. The school offers day and boarding, with boarders representing about one third of the pupil population. Weekly boarding is offered alongside full boarding, and class sizes never exceed twenty. Students are prepared for IGCSE and Cambridge International Examinations A Level courses.	History The idea of a school in Ikeja grew from May 1957 when a group of interested parents applied to the West African Airways Corporation for permission to rent a building for a school. The group formed Grange Education Limited as a not-for-profit company based in GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, called Grange School. It was officially opened by Lady Robertson, wife of the Governor-General of Nigeria, on 15 December 1958. In the 1990s there was pressure to expand the primary curriculum to the British General Certificate of Education, which led to establishing a secondary section as a co-ed day school in September 1998. A residential boarding provision was established in 2006, and in 2013 the ethos became “British tradition with Nigerian innovation,” with COBIS membership granted in early 2014 and the school's not-for-profit objectives modeled on UK independent schools.
Community	Community BIS Lagos runs an extensive co-curricular programme after school and on weekends. The activities include Athletics, Badminton, Coding, Debate, Model United Nations, Rotary Club, Robotics, Chess, Yoruba, Dance, Art and Photography and more. Co-curricular sessions run daily from 2:35pm to 3:35pm and are treated as a core part of the day, developing resilience, confidence, problem solving, leadership and teamwork. On weekends, students may represent BIS in a range of sporting and non-sporting competitions.	Community Grange School maintains an active community with a calendar of events such as World Cancer Day, the COBIS Music Competition in Doha, TEDx Abuja, and a Year 10 Leadership Trip to South Africa. Students also participate in the Dolphin Swimming League and Inter-House Sports, reflecting emphasis on athletics and teamwork. Safer Internet Day assemblies and a range of co-curricular activities are part of community life. The school promotes a broad program of extra-curricular events that connect students with national and international platforms.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Meetings with the PTA are part of BIS Lagos events; Open Day invites attendees to meet members of the PTA. PTA Year Reps Meetings are scheduled in the spring terms, including occurrences in May and June. The PTA coordinates events such as International Parent Day/Workshop (anti-bullying) and Career Day for Year 9. Fun Day is a PTA labeled event, and the PTA helps support a range of parental engagement activities throughout the year.	Parent teacher association Grange School PTA aims to build a community between teachers, parents and students and raise funds for programs that enhance Grange students' learning experience. It funds classroom support such as reading aids, technology support, music programs, library resources, and Chromebook carts. It supports physical education, health and fitness, student enrichment in art and dance, and nature-based learning through the Garden of Learning. It arranges a series of community events throughout the year and provides volunteer support for school activities. The PTA chair can be contacted at pta@grangeschool.com for questions or suggestions. Its aims include fostering close home–school links, providing a forum for discussion, and raising funds for special projects through conferences, workshops and projects.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school runs an extensive co-curricular programme after school and on weekends. Activities include Athletics, Badminton, Coding, Debate, Model United Nations, Tag and Contact rugby, Swimming, Rotary Club, Robotics, Chess, Spanish, Philosophy, Dance, Mathematics, Yoruba, Karate, Tennis and Art and Photography. These activities develop resilience, confidence, problem-solving and teamwork as part of the BIS education. Period 6 runs from 2.35pm to 3.35pm, with activities changing each term.	Academic & intellectual The Grange School Lagos follows the Cambridge International Examinations program, with internal assessments throughout the curriculum and Year 9 subject choices that lead to IGCSE qualifications. Academic enrichment includes participation in national and international competitions such as the APEN/Teammasters Spelling Bee. The school highlights achievement in international events, including champions of the U13 World School Games 2020 in Dubai. Language immersion and integration weekends supplement the academic program, including a language immersion trip to Spain for Year 8.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school offers arts and creative activities after school, including Dance and Art and Photography, with opportunities to explore visual arts. Students develop creativity and collaboration through these clubs and projects. Activities change each term to provide a broad range of creative outlets.	Arts & creative Music is delivered by specialist teachers, with instrument tuition provided through visiting music teachers. The program aims to inspire and develop pupils' singing and performing skills. Drama and other arts are supported by staff, including a Drama Teacher on the team. Music is listed among the core subjects, with opportunities for collaboration and performance as part of the curriculum.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language and cultural activities include Spanish and Yoruba language clubs, Model United Nations, and the Rotary Club, all part of BIS co-curricular. These activities foster cross-cultural awareness and international-mindedness. They run after school and on weekends as part of the BIS programme.	Cultural & language From Year 8, pupils drop either French or Spanish and continue with a single modern foreign language thereafter. Year 8 also includes a language immersion programme in Spain. The co‑curricular program includes leadership and cultural activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Social and hobby clubs include Chess, Dance, Art and Photography, and also Debate and Philosophy as part of the co-curricular. These activities help students explore interests beyond the curriculum and develop social skills and teamwork. Clubs change termly to offer new experiences.	Social & hobbies The school offers major sports including football, basketball, swimming, athletics, table tennis and volleyball. Inter-House Sports provide structured competitive activity across houses. The Dolphin Swimming League is a recurring co‑curricular event. The AISEN Under-17 Basketball Competition is among the inter-school activities the school participates in.
Community & service	Community & service The International Award for Young People Nigeria (The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award) is BIS Lagos' framework for non-formal education and learning, offering Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. The Award has four sections—Skills, Service, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey—with a Gold Residential Project option. Examples of Service activities include First Aid, environmental sanitation and volunteering with communities. Rotary Club provides additional community service opportunities.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award provides a framework for young people to develop leadership, teamwork and project-management skills. Participants progress through Bronze, Silver and Gold levels and plan activities across the four sections (Skills, Service, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey). The Gold level includes a Residential Project to broaden experiences and work with others.	Leadership & professional Leadership development is supported through activities such as a Year 10 Leadership Trip to South Africa and a TEDx event in Abuja. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is part of the co‑curricular program, providing additional opportunities for leadership and personal development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides a broad, balanced sports programme focused on lifelong involvement in sport, health and wellbeing. All year groups spend at least two hours each week on PE, games or individual sports, with five full-time specialists delivering two PE lessons per week. Pupils may swim up to seven times per week, join a range of sports, and represent the school in fixtures.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care and wellbeing are addressed by a dedicated pastoral team, with safeguarding as a core focus. The curriculum includes physical education and active outdoor activities, with football, basketball, swimming, athletics, and other sports. The Dolphin Swimming League and Inter‑House Sports promote fitness and teamwork, while assemblies such as Safer Internet Day contribute to wellbeing and safety education.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include Yoruba, French, German, and English as a subject. Yoruba is offered in Key Stage 3 in line with Nigerian national requirements. The school follows the British National Curriculum at Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9).	Language provision The school has English Language and Literature as a department. English is taught, and many students from around the world study it as a second language. The Modern Foreign Languages department started as French and has expanded to include Spanish; French and Spanish are taught within the curriculum.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make initial contact with the School's admissions office. The registrar discusses your initial enquiry and provides you with an application form. The process is typical but can be adapted to ensure that you and your child are supported every step. 2. Complete the application form and submit it to the admissions office. For entry to other Years, please contact the admissions office to discuss a suitable date. The process can be adapted to suit individual circumstances. 3. Within 10 days of the test being taken, we will write to confirm whether we will make the offer of a place. A place is secured after we have written confirmation of acceptance of the place and a deposit has been received. The timeline is structured to confirm offers promptly once testing has been completed. 4. Waiting list: Entry to Year 7 is often over-subscribed. Should acceptance of a place be received after we have reached our maximum year group size, parents will have the option of their child's name being added to our waiting list. If acceptance of a place is received after the maximum year group size has been reached, the waiting list serves as an additional option.	Admissions 1. Age eligibility and entry timing. The Grange School Lagos is open to children from age 2 years 6 months through 16 years. Applications can be accepted at different times, with new students usually starting on Mondays; late applications are considered on an individual basis before the Lent term mid-term break. The school runs a bus service for transport to both the Island and the mainland. 2. Online application and fees. An online application is used for admissions. There is a non-refundable application fee of 20,000 naira. Applications can be submitted for entry at various times, and new entrants typically commence on Mondays. 3. Language of instruction and support. All classes are taught in English (except language classes). Non-native speakers are welcomed, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and an Intensive English program available. 4. Admissions contacts and next steps. The school is located in Lagos, with admissions communications handled by Grange Education Limited.
Scholarships	Scholarships Academic scholarships are available to students joining us in Year 7, and exceptional students applying to BIS for entry to our Sixth Form may also be considered for scholarship. The Year 7 Scholarship offers up to 100% of fees for 5 years, subject to continued academic performance and positive contribution to the school community. Process: As part of the standard application process you may indicate that you wish your child to be considered for scholarship. All scholarship candidates must take the entrance test in November. Test results will be used to select which scholarship applicants will be invited to interview and to take further assessments; the second selection round takes place on the same day as the January entrance test. Successful candidates will then be interviewed by members of the Education Board, and an offer of scholarship will be made in writing and must be accepted within 14 days.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist Entry to Year 7 is often over-subscribed. If acceptance is received after BIS reaches maximum year group size, parents will have the option of their child's name being added to the waiting list. The waiting list provides another pathway to securing a place should space become available.	Waitlist —
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