Corona Schools vs Dowen College Lagos

	C Corona Schools Lagos, Nigeria	D Dowen College Lagos Lagos, Nigeria
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year NGN 1,500,000 - 2,900,000	Fees / year NGN 1,250,000 - 2,105,000
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 10 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 570	Pupils 440
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 7
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1955	Opened 1997
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Corona Schools operate across Lagos, Nigeria, with campuses in Gbagada, Ikoyi, Lekki and Victoria Island, and a secondary campus in Agbara, Ogun State. The Central Office is at No. 72 Raymond Njoku, Ikoyi, Lagos. Corona School Ikoyi is at No. 6 Mekunwen Road, off Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi; Corona School Victoria Island is on Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, Victoria Island; Corona Day Nursery Ikoyi is at No. 35 Mobolaji Johnson Avenue, Off Osborne Road, Ikoyi; Corona School Lekki is in Abijo, Ibeju-Lekki.	Location No. 18, Adebayo Doherty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Lekki Phase 1 is a residential and commercial area in Lagos. Dowen College Lagos is accessible by bus services for day students.
Stages	Stages Early years (creche/playschool/nursery), primary, and secondary education across campuses.	Stages Junior School; Senior School
School type	School type Co-educational day schools; boarding facilities are available at Corona Secondary School Agbara.	School type Private, co-educational secondary school offering both day and boarding facilities
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning support is available; there is a department for learning needs and early detection/intervention.	Additional learning support Remedial lessons; Mathematics clinic; Hostel tutorials
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Nigeria	Country affiliation Nigeria
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Door-to-door bus service is provided by the school.	Bus service details Bus services are available for day students at a token fee; staff have free bus services
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees and admission form costs - Creche application form: NGN 30,000. - Playschool application form: NGN 20,000. - Nursery application form: NGN 15,000. Tuition fees — summary by year group (annual and per-term amounts) - Creche (annual): typical annual tuition falls at the lower end of the school's fee range; estimated annual tuition commonly cited is NGN 1,500,000. Per term: approximately NGN 500,000. - Playschool / Nursery (annual): NGN 1,500,000 (common figure for nursery/day groups). Per term: approximately NGN 500,000. - Primary (day) (annual): typical published ranges for Corona primary campuses are NGN 1,500,000 to NGN 2,000,000. Per term: approximately NGN 500,000 to NGN 666,667. - Secondary (day) (annual): commonly reported annual tuition for day secondary places (Corona Day Secondary) is around NGN 2,550,000. Per term: approximately NGN 850,000. - Secondary (boarding) — Corona Secondary School, Agbara (annual): commonly reported boarding annual tuition figures appear in the range NGN 2,900,000 to NGN 3,600,000. Per term: approximately NGN 966,667 to NGN 1,200,000. Boarding provision is available at the Agbara campus. How term and annual amounts are applied - Fees are billed and collected in advance either per term or per session; parents pay fees before the term/session starts. A full term's notice is required for withdrawal or a term's fees in lieu of notice. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are payable in advance per term or for the full session. Acceptance of admission is confirmed through payment of fees within the school's stated payment window. A full term's notice is required if withdrawing a pupil, otherwise a term's fees must be paid in lieu of notice. Boarding fees and boarding provisions - Boarding is offered at Corona Secondary School, Agbara (weekly/boarding options noted). Annual boarding costs reported by independent school-fee listings fall in the NGN 2,900,000–NGN 3,600,000 range; per-term equivalents are shown above. Specific boarding-related extras (beddings, weekend leave arrangements, medical provisions) may carry additional charges assessed by the school. Other costs and regular additional fees - Uniforms: the school requires items from an official uniform list. Parents are responsible for purchasing the required uniform items. - Co-curricular / club fees: some clubs and activity academies carry termly fees; an example club/academy fee level cited in school communications is NGN 40,000 (per term) for paid club activities. Extra-curricular, academy, or specialist activity fees are charged termly alongside school fees when applicable. - Other possible one-off or recurring costs include examination fees, booklists and stationery, school-provided transport (bus) charges where applicable, lunch/cafeteria plans, and optional paid extracurricular academies. These items are normally listed on the school's fee invoice or payment portal when a pupil is enrolled. Refunds and withdrawal rules - A full term's notice is required when withdrawing a pupil; if notice is not provided a term's fees will be charged in lieu of notice. Fees are collected in advance; the school reserves the right to review fees and to apply the stated notice/fee-in-lieu rule on withdrawal. Fee payment options and accepted channels - Debit and credit card payments are accepted (online payment gateway available via the school's payment links). The school operates an online payment facility using a payment gateway for card payments. - Payments may also be made through designated banks and by submitting bank tellers as proof of payment; the school's business office processes and records such payments. Parents are required to submit payment evidence to the business office within the stated acceptance window following enrolment. Consequences of late or non-payment - The school applies its published rules for late or non-payment, which can include administrative penalties and the requirement to clear outstanding fees before a pupil is permitted to continue on-site activities. Parents should expect that outstanding fees can affect a pupil's continued enrolment and participation in examinations or school activities. Notes on variability - Annual tuition figures vary by campus, by year group, and by whether a pupil is day or boarding. Where a single numeric range is shown above, that range reflects reported fees across Corona campuses and entries published by school-fee information services. Parents should plan for variability between campuses and between day and boarding arrangements.	Fee details Application & Admission Fees - Application form (one-off): ₦15,000. Tuition fees (by student type) — per academic session and per term - Day students (secondary): typical reported range per academic session (three terms) is approximately ₦1,250,000 to ₦1,350,000; this equates to roughly ₦416,000 to ₦450,000 per term. - Boarding students (secondary, weekly/term boarding options available): typical reported figure per academic session is approximately ₦2,000,000; this equates to roughly ₦666,000 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are billed on a termly/session basis and termly payment is accepted. Parents may pay per term. - Standard schedule: the academic session is split into three terms; the session total for tuition is normally payable either in full for the session or in three termly instalments according to the school's billing plan. Boarding fees and boarding-related amounts - Boarding tuition is charged in addition to the day tuition and is commonly reported around ₦2,000,000 per session for boarding students. - Boarding supplies and pocket/grooming amounts expected on return to hostel: pocket money per term ₦20,000 and grooming (hair plaiting/hair cut) ₦10,000 per term. A complete list of items required for boarders (uniform sets, sportswear, bedding, toiletries, etc.) is provided to parents. Other costs and recurring charges - What the main fee covers: tuition, feeding, books, uniform and development levies (these items are listed as covered by the school fee package). - Uniforms: a complete uniform set is required for boarders and uniforms are available on the school premises; parents should budget for additional uniform items beyond the number supplied with initial fees. - Examination and assessment charges: examination-related fees (external exam registration or specific assessment fees) are commonly charged in addition to the basic tuition by secondary schools and are reported as additional to the tuition figure. Budget for separate exam or assessment fees. - Sibling discount: a sibling discount for second and subsequent children has been reported in published fee summaries (commonly a percentage discount on tuition). Refunds and fee cancellations - No explicit, detailed public refund policy for tuition, acceptance or development levies is published alongside the admissions/fees information that lists application and tuition items. Parents should note that application fees are charged as part of the admissions process. Fee payment options and accepted methods - Payments are normally made to the school's designated bank accounts or approved collection points; termly and session payments are accepted. Parents should prepare to pay by bank transfer/deposit to designated accounts or other bank-based payment methods as instructed by the school. - Other commonly used payment channels in comparable Lagos private schools include bank deposit/transfer and in-person payments at the school's finance office; request and use the school's official payment instructions when completing payments. Summary notes for parents - Application form: ₦15,000 (one-off). Termly payment is accepted. Tuition figures for secondary-day students are typically around ₦1,250,000–₦1,350,000 per session (about one-third per term). Boarding tuition is commonly reported near ₦2,000,000 per session with additional boarding pocket/grooming allowances (₦20,000 and ₦10,000 per term respectively). Budget additionally for uniforms, books and any external examination fees.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding and day options are available at Corona Day Secondary School Lekki. Boarding or day arrangements are offered at each Corona Day Secondary School, with well-resourced teachers, technology-enabled learning, and well-maintained facilities to support student growth.	Boarding arrangements Dowen College Lagos provides a state-of-the-art boarding facility with secure housing and capable hostel parents. Boarding students have access to sports facilities including a swimming pool, basketball, lawn tennis, table-tennis and badminton, with separate fully air-conditioned common rooms for boys and girls. Weekly boarding is available, with tutorials and weekend prep classes supervised by house parents; a resident nurse attends to health issues and there are Sunday church services and Friday mosque visits.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Corona Secondary School has a uniform. The white shirt is part of the Corona Secondary School uniform and can be purchased through the Corona Schools Online Store.	Uniform requirement Dowen College Lagos requires a formal school uniform for both boys and girls, including a blazer (regular and ceremonial), white shirts (short and long sleeve), a blue shirt, blue trousers for boys and blue skirts for girls, a grey ceremonial option, a school tie, stockings, sports wear, a lab coat and an apron. Girls wear a boater; religious attire is not allowed. Uniforms are regulated and must be neat, and uniforms are readily available on the school premises.
Food options	Food options A cafeteria is available on campus to serve meals.	Food options Lunch is provided for all students.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Corona Schools are governed by Corona Schools' Trust Council (CSTC), the founding governing body since 1955. The CSTC maintains a Board of Trustees, led by a Chairman; the CEO serves as a member of the Governing Board. The central office is in Ikoyi, Lagos.	Governance and ownership Dowen College Lagos is governed by a Board of Governors. The leadership includes the Principal/Head of School and a senior management team, including a Vice Principal and Directors for Finance & Administration and Studies.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Nursery Curriculum uses the Montessori method. Primary Curriculum blends Nigerian and international curricula and is aligned with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Secondary Curriculum blends Nigerian and British curricula to equip students for entry to top undergraduate programmes across the world. Corona Secondary School Agbara is NEASC-accredited. ACCA is highlighted as a foundation-level achievement for Nigerian secondary schools. Co-curricular activities include languages such as Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French, and German.	Curriculum details Dowen College Lagos runs both the Nigerian and British curricula. The Nigerian programme leads to the BECE (Basic Education Certificate Examination) organized by NECO; Cambridge Checkpoint is taken in Year 9 (JS3). In Senior School, students sit the WASSCE and the IGCSE in Year 12. The curriculum covers a broad range of subjects and includes English Language and French Language. Tutorials and prep work consolidate learning, with registration for external examinations such as SAT, TOEFL and IELTS.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 7:1
Exam results	Exam results ACCA: Only Nigerian secondary school students pass the ACCA Foundation level.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Secondary Curriculum prepares students for entry to top undergraduate programmes across the world.	Higher education progression An alumnus, Buraimoh Obaseyi Daniel (Class of 2010), is noted as the first Nigerian to graduate with a First Class Degree in Computer Science at San Francisco University, U.S.A.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Dowen College Lagos offers scholarship schemes that currently cover over 10% of the student population. The Dowen College Scholarship Scheme provides a full tuition scholarship for new entrants achieving an average of 90% or higher on entrance; existing students with 90%+ per term may qualify for a full scholarship in the next session. The Diocesan/ADEMOWO Scholarship Scheme and the Cathedral Church Scholarship grant 100% full scholarships to qualified candidates (two annual for the Lagos Dioceses; a cathedral choir member, respectively).
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Emotional intelligence and life skills are integrated into Corona School Ikoyi's 21st-century learning approach, alongside digital literacy, coding, project-based learning and global citizenship education.	Social & emotional learning The school maintains a Safe & Supportive Environment with a Zero Tolerance policy for bullying, harassment, or discrimination. Clear procedures exist for reporting and resolving concerns. An Anti-Bullying Policy defines bullying and outlines reporting, investigation, and sanctions. A Sexual Harassment Policy prohibits harassment and includes reporting and disciplinary actions. Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy applies to all staff, management, governors, volunteers, students, and parents/guardians; a designated Child Protection Representative is the school counsellor Ms. Yinka-Babalola. Health and First Aid Policy provides health management and first aid procedures on and off school premises, with a school doctor supporting health plans and medical procedures.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support Room provides targeted support for learners with additional needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers language learning across several languages, including Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French and German.	English as an additional language English Language is offered as a subject. French Language is offered as a subject. Yoruba Language, Igbo Language, and Hausa Language are offered.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Emotional intelligence and life skills are part of the curriculum, supporting students' mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Ms. Yinka-Babalola is the school counsellor and the designated Child Protection Representative. The Health and First Aid Policy provides health management and first aid, with a school doctor available to support health plans. The school doctor liaises with parents, staff, and health professionals and maintains medical records.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Whistleblowing policy covers safeguarding-related concerns, including health and safety, sexual harassment or physical abuse, with reports potentially referred to the police or other authorities.	Safeguarding Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy protects and promotes the welfare of every child. Policy applies to all staff, management, governors, volunteers, students, and parents/guardians. Core Principles include that the child's welfare is paramount, equal protection for all, and partnership with families and agencies. Types of abuse include physical, sexual, emotional abuse, and neglect. A designated Child Protection Representative is Ms. Yinka-Babalola, the school counsellor. Handling suspected abuse requires reporting to senior management and authorities; the school provides information and support. Legal framework includes UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Lagos State Child's Rights Law, and related instruments.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Corona Schools' Trust Council focuses on high-quality education across eight campuses, with emphasis on curriculum, teaching methods, staff quality, libraries, technology, infrastructure, resources, and facilities. Corona is a Microsoft Showcase/incubator School, with Microsoft Innovative Experts and Microsoft Certified Experts. There are eight Corona Schools campuses serving Nursery through Secondary, supported by more than 668 staff and about 35,000 current and past students. The network celebrates 70 years of existence. The organization embraces digital transformation to create immersive, inclusive experiences for lifelong learning.	Facilities overview Dowen College Lagos is equipped with modern teaching and learning facilities of international standard. A multipurpose court supports sports such as swimming, soccer, handball, basketball, athletics, table-tennis, lawn-tennis and rugby, with contracted coaches and opportunities for external competitions. A well-maintained swimming pool is available for recreation and life-saving skills. The Ultra-modern Library is well-stocked with over 3000 titles, internet facilities, and a computerized catalogue. Laboratories include Basic Science, Basic Technology, Agric Science, ICT, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Technical Drawing; classrooms are fully air-conditioned with teaching aids and an ICT Laboratory is equipped with modern computers and unlimited internet.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Dowen College Lagos has a well-equipped sports unit supporting swimming, soccer, handball, basketball, athletics, table-tennis, lawn-tennis and rugby. The Multipurpose Court serves as a central venue for these activities. Coaches are contracted to assist Physical Education teachers in each sport, and students partake in external competitions with like-minded institutions. The program emphasizes active participation in inter-school events to foster teamwork and fitness.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Nursery uses the Montessori method. Primary curriculum blends Nigerian and international curricula and is aligned with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Secondary curriculum blends Nigerian and British curricula to prepare students for entry to top undergraduate programs worldwide. Corona Secondary School Agbara is NEASC-accredited. Corona Schools' focus includes strong libraries, technology, and infrastructure to support learning. ACCA Foundation Level is offered to senior students.	Academic facilities Dowen College Lagos has a broad set of science and ICT facilities. There are Basic Science, Basic Technology, Agric Science, ICT, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Technical Drawing laboratories. Classrooms are fully air-conditioned with adequate teaching aids to facilitate learning and accommodate various learning styles. The ICT Laboratory is fully equipped with modern computer systems and unlimited internet access for research and ICT skill development.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Music, Taekwondo, Athletics, Ballet, Golf, Cheerleading, Dance, Basketball, Jolly Phonics, Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, Drama, French, Reading, Football, Chess, STEAM, Go Techy (Animation), ICT, Public Speaking/Literary & Debating, Model United Nations, German, Brownies, and other activities.	Extra curricular facilities Art and Craft Centre offers pottery, sculpture and modelling; Cultural Activities include events such as Fashion Parade and grooming. Clubs include Literary/Debating Society, Press Club, Drama Club, French Club and Math Club. Together (Mentoring and Networking) provides school-based mentoring to support student development. Educational Tours provide termly educational and leisure visits to places of interest nationwide, with foreign visits arranged from time to time.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The first Corona School, Ikoyi Day Nursery, opened in March 1955. Corona School Gbagada opened in 1956 and, after earlier locations in Ebute-Metta and Yaba, relocated to its permanent site in Gbagada in October 1974. Corona School Ikoyi was established in February 1960 and presently has a capacity of 575 pupils. Corona School Victoria Island opened in 1967 and has been led by several headteachers, with the current head of school being Mrs. Olaitan Shogaolu. Corona Schools Trust Council governs eight Corona Schools and concentrates on world-class standards across curriculum, teaching, staff quality, libraries, technology, infrastructure and facilities.	History The school was founded on 6 October 1997 and is located at No. 18, Adebayo Doherty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Dowen College Lagos is a co-educational secondary school offering both day and boarding facilities and teaching both the Nigerian and British curricula. The school has earned international recognition, including accreditation by the British Council for developing the International Dimension in the Curriculum. It participated in the International School Award and received an Award of Excellence from the British Council on January 27, 2023.
Community	Community Corporate social responsibility is organized around four pillars: Community, Enrolment, Training, and Infrastructure. The Out-of-School Initiative began in 2019, sponsoring education for indigent children in Lagos, including a full secondary scholarship for Jennifer Williams. In 2024, CSTC partnered with LASUBEB and Lagos Food Bank to visit eight government primary schools in Bariga and donate thousands of cereal and milk. The Ago-Egun programme supports out-of-school children with cohorts, including library upgrades and educational materials.	Community The Dowen College Lagos community offers a broad range of co-curricular activities including clubs such as Mathematics Club, Charity Club, Chess, Drama, Home Makers, and Choir, along with sports. Students undertake community service such as traffic control, work with the Mother Less Babies Home, and peer tutoring at neighboring public schools. The library is well-stocked and classrooms are equipped with projectors and ICT resources, supporting learning in a collaborative environment. Parents engage through an open door policy and structured engagement programmes, including a termly Parent's Forum and Open Days.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Corona School Ikoyi has a vibrant Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). The PTA supports strong partnerships between home and school. The PTA participates in major milestones, including the Corona Schools' Platinum Anniversary flag-off in December 2024, where the PTA and Alumni Association were represented. The PTA is mentioned alongside the Alumni Association as a key partner in school events. The school communications describe the PTA as a central element of family involvement in Corona School Ikoyi's community.	Parent teacher association The school has a Parent's Partnership that provides a Parent's Forum each term, Open Day twice each term, Weekly Newsletters, and Homework Diaries to keep parents informed and involved. The open door policy enables parents to meet with management staff at any time to discuss pertinent issues. There is a dedicatedParent's Forum, Open Days, and regular communication to support collaboration among parents, staff, and students.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Public Speaking/Literary & Debating develops oral communication and analytical thinking. Model United Nations and Young Writer's Workshop provide platforms for debate, diplomacy, and creative writing. Jolly Phonics/Elocution and Reading support literacy and expressive language across activities. ICT and STEAM initiatives through Go Techy (Animation) strengthen digital literacy and problem-solving.	Academic & intellectual Dowen College Lagos runs both Nigerian and British curricula, culminating in BECE and Checkpoint in Year 9, and WASSCE and IGCSE in Year 12. A tutorial system consolidates learning across subjects, supported by remedial and clinic programmes. The school operates an internal scholarship scheme where entrance scores of 90% or higher and 90% averages over three terms can secure full scholarships in the next session. External examination results are strong, with high achievement and many alumni progressing to tertiary education.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts offerings include Music, Ballet, Dance, and Drama. Reading supports literacy across creative and academic contexts. German and French language activities complement artistic expression and cultural awareness.	Arts & creative The arts are central to Dowen College's culture. The school has a choir and orchestra, a brigade band, and a steel pan band, along with regular in-house drama and participation in art competitions.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba language clubs promote linguistic diversity. French and German language programs support intercultural communication and global perspectives. Language activities integrate with cultural events and exchanges across Corona Schools.	Cultural & language Dowen College emphasises culture and language development through language-related clubs and speaking activities. Students are encouraged to join the press club, fortnite spelling bee activities, remedial English classes, and public speaking activities like debates. Cultural activities are also part of the co-curricular programme.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Chess provides strategic thinking; Cooking Club and Brownies foster practical skills and social bonding. Football, Basketball, and Athletics promote teamwork, fitness, and school spirit. Rugby heritage is highlighted as a notable strength in Lagos.	Social & hobbies Co-curricular activities include sports such as football, basketball, swimming, tennis, table tennis, rugby, and athletics, as well as clubs like Charity Club, Chess Club, Drama, Art, Home Makers, and Choir.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Students participate in community service, including activities in traffic control, Mother Less Babies Home, peer tutoring at neighboring public schools, and road construction.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Public Speaking/Literary & Debating builds leadership and communication skills. Model United Nations provides experiential learning in diplomacy, research, and collaboration. These programs are complemented by opportunities for writing and presentation.	Leadership & professional Academic Assembly recognises top students with merit certificates and academic excellence awards, reinforcing a culture of achievement. The school runs internal scholarship schemes and reports strong external examination results (WASSCE/IGCSE) with high tertiary education outcomes.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics, Taekwondo, Golf, Cheerleading, Football, Basketball, and Rugby promote physical fitness, discipline, and teamwork. Ballet and Dance support flexibility and artistic expression. The program emphasizes a balanced approach to well-being through a mix of sport, movement, and creative activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Dowen provides health and wellbeing facilities such as sick bays with an on-site doctor and two nurses, and Lifeline Children's Hospital access nearby. The school offers boarding for students, a swimming pool, and a multi-purpose court, plus a well-stocked library. Counseling and career counseling services are available to support students' well-being and plans for the future.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French is taught, with learners achieving DELF-PRIM proficiency (2nd, 5th and 9th places in 2023). Corona Schools use Nigerian and International curricula, including the International Primary Curriculum in primary and the British Curriculum in secondary, and have a Language Room to support language learning.	Language provision Dowen College Lagos runs both the Nigerian and British curricula. English Language and French Language are offered as subjects. Yoruba / Igbo / Hausa Language is offered. The curriculum culminates in the BECE (NECO) and Cambridge Checkpoint in Year 9, and in the WASSCE and IGCSE in Year 12.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Language Boot Camp offers Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa; a six-week virtual program with categories for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards British Council Community Initiative Award in 2019 for a student-led water borehole initiative.	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations NEASC accreditation for Corona Secondary School Agbara; accreditation noted as among the highest standards and described as the only secondary school in Africa with NEASC accreditation on the site.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Age eligibility. Nursery One is for children aged 3 years. Playschool serves children aged 18 months. Creche is for children aged 3 months. 2. Admission forms and fees. Admission forms are available at the business office from the first Monday in February. Application costs are Nursery 15,000 naira; Creche 30,000 naira; Playschool 20,000 naira. 3. Admission tests and interviews. An interview is scheduled for Nursery One. A written test is administered for other classes, followed by an oral interview. 4. Provisional admission letters and forms. Successful candidates receive a provisional Letter of Admission, a Parents' Undertaking and Illness Indemnity forms within one week after the interview. These documents initiate the admission process. The next step is to complete the acceptance by paying the fees. 5. Acceptance and onboarding. Acceptance is communicated by payment of fees in designated banks and tellers submitted to the business office within two weeks. A welcome pack with information on resumption is provided to parents. Tours are conducted on designated Open Days by each school. 6. Transfers and additional notes. Pupils can transfer from one Corona School to another sister school at any time within the school year based on availability of space. Transfers are across all Corona School locations. Tours are available on designated Open Days.	Admissions Enrollment is a four-step process: Registration, Requirements, Confirmation of Acceptance, and Withdrawal Policy. Registration: Admission forms are obtainable at the Admissions Office; entrants must be ten years old in the year of admission; entry into other classes (Year 8 and 9 or Senior Secondary School) is also available. Requirements: Completed admission forms should be returned with two passport-sized photographs, one photocopy of birth certificate, and one photocopy of the last term school result; candidates cleared by the Admission Office will sit for an entrance examination at the College and designated centres nationwide; transfer candidates sit for an entrance examination appropriate to their level; final admission offers are based on examination performance and reports from previous schools. Confirmation of Acceptance: Parents of successful candidates must confirm admission by paying a non-refundable deposit to Fidelity Bank (account 4011232729, DOWEN COLLEGE); deferral option exists—candidates who wish to defer admission must notify the school in writing and maintain their place by paying the non-refundable deposit. Withdrawal Policy: A term's notice or payment of one term's fees in lieu of notice is required before withdrawal; failure to comply will result in the withholding of transcripts or transfer certificates. Entrance Examinations: Entry for Year 7 is via an entrance examination conducted at the College and designated centres across the country; the Dowen College Entry Package (Admission Form, past question booklet, and prospectus) can be purchased at the Admissions Office or at listed centers in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Eket.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Dowen College has over 10% of its population on scholarships. Dowen College Scholarship Scheme offers a full tuition scholarship for new students who achieve an average of 90% at the entrance examination, and for existing students who maintain an average of 90%+ each term, eligibility for a full scholarship in the next session. Diocesan/ADEMOWO Scholarship Scheme awards two 100% full scholarships annually to qualified candidates from the Lagos Dioceses (Anglican Communion) – Lagos, Lagos Mainland, Lagos West. Cathedral Church Scholarship provides a 100% full scholarship to a qualified member of the Diocese of Lagos Cathedral Church Choir each session.
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