Lekki British School and Marymount School are both in Lagos, about 2 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes. Lekki British School also offers EYFS, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, and Marymount School also offers Indian. Published annual fees are NGN 4,000,000 at Lekki British School and NGN 450,000 - 4,500,000 at Marymount School, which puts Lekki British School roughly 62% higher. Lekki British School takes pupils from 1 to 18, and Marymount School from 2 to 11. Both keep typical class sizes around 14.
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Indian Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
350
Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
14
Typical class size
14
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2000
Opened
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Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Lekki Peninsula, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Location
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Stages
Stages
Pre-School; Junior School; Senior School; Advance Class (including Undergraduate Foundation Programme and Cambridge A Level).
Stages
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School type
School type
British international school with boarding facilities.
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Multicultural environment with representation from various parts of the world.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and registration fees
- Application / admission form: NGN 50,000. A registration payment of NGN 50,000 is required to process an application. - Acceptance fee: An acceptance fee is required to secure a place and must be paid by the date stated on the offer/acceptance letter; the specific amount is set in the offer and is not published in the school's public admission documents.
Tuition fees (summary and estimated ranges)
- Official, itemised tuition fees by individual year group (per-term and per-year amounts) are not published in the school's openly available fee documents. Independent, recent market reports and school-fees guides for Lagos place Lekki British School in the premium fee band. The following estimates reflect 2025/2026 reporting and 2026 summaries used by multiple independent education and local news sources: - Day students (estimated annual range): NGN 4,000,000 – NGN 8,000,000 per year. Estimated per-term equivalent (three terms): approx. NGN 1,300,000 – NGN 2,700,000 per term. - Boarding students (estimated annual range): NGN 6,000,000 – NGN 9,000,000 per year. Estimated per-term equivalent (three terms): approx. NGN 2,000,000 – NGN 3,500,000 per term.
- Note on year groups: specific per-year-group (for example: preschool, primary years, lower secondary, IGCSE years, A‑level years) fee tables are not published in the school's public materials; the figures above are market estimates used by local school-fee surveys and press coverage and differ between sources.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Places are offered on receipt of the required acceptance payment by the date stated on the offer letter. The school's admission documentation describes the acceptance-payment requirement tied to the offer letter. - The school operates by academic sessions and entry streams across the year (multiple entry/stream dates are published for each session). Independent reporting and regional practice indicate tuition is billed termly (three terms per academic year) for British-curriculum schools in Lagos; many local fee summaries for Lekki British School present per‑term and per‑session figures in that context. Exact invoice deadlines, late‑payment penalties, sibling discounts, and installment options are set in the official fee letter/invoice issued to parents and are not provided in the publicly posted admission PDFs.
Boarding fees
- The school provides boarding facilities. A separate boarding charge applies in addition to tuition; independent sources estimate boarding to be materially higher than day‑student tuition (see the boarding estimates above). The school's boarding facilities are described in its Boarding Experience materials, but a public boarding‑fee table or hostel price list is not published.
Other costs and levies (typical items parents should expect to budget for)
- Uniforms: required and charged in addition to tuition. Multiple school-fee guides list uniform costs as a regular separate item for Lagos British schools. - Examination fees: Cambridge/IGCSE/A‑level examination fees are charged separately by the exam body and/or the local Cambridge centre; these are an additional cost to parents. The British Council / Cambridge fees schedules show exam charges apply per subject and are billed separately. - Textbooks, workbooks, stationery and science practical levies: usually charged in addition to tuition; many independent fee breakdowns for comparable schools list these as separate charges. - Meals, transport, PTA levy, technology/sports levies, development/capital levies and medical/first‑aid levies: commonly added as separate items in fee bills for premium Lagos schools and appear in independent fee summaries for Lekki British School and like schools. These items are typically shown on the school's fee invoice.
Refunds and cancellations
- The school's published admission documents require payment of the acceptance fee to secure a place; they do not publish a full public refund policy or specific refund amounts for application, registration or acceptance payments. Parents should expect application/registration payments to be treated as non‑refundable in many independent school practices, and acceptance / deposit refund rules to be specified in the offer letter and the school's formal fee policy. The admission materials make clear the acceptance fee must be paid by the date on the offer letter to guarantee a place.
Fee payment options
- The school's public admission PDFs and pages do not list bank account details or a comprehensive list of accepted payment methods. In practice across Lagos private British schools, the commonly available payment methods are bank transfer/direct deposit to the school's designated account, online card payments via a school payments portal or payment gateway, POS/card at the accounts office, and occasionally cheques; many contemporary school fee policies for comparable schools list these methods. For exact accepted methods (bank account details, online portal links or card acceptance) the school's accounts office or the invoice in the offer pack is the formal source.
Summary of availability and important notes
- What is published by the school (directly, in its admission PDFs): the application/registration charge (NGN 50,000) and the requirement that an acceptance fee be paid by the date stated on an offer to secure a place. - What is not published by the school in public materials: a full, itemised fee schedule showing tuition by year group (per term and per year), explicit boarding tariffs, and a public, line‑by‑line refund policy. Independent market and press reports provide the tuition and boarding ranges quoted above for 2025/2026–2026; those estimates vary between outlets and are presented here as ranges for planning.
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Fee details
Application fees
- No separate application or non-refundable registration fee is publicly listed for Marymount School, Lekki; one public school listing shows an Admission Fee of ₦0 and other directories indicate admission is open but do not publish a distinct application charge.
Tuition fees (by year group / per term)
- The school does not publish a full, itemized per-year fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year. Available public listings give termly tuition ranges rather than detailed year-by-year amounts.
- Reported termly ranges from public school directories (separating sections where indicated): - Nigerian/General section: approximately ₦150,000 to ₦300,000 per term. - Indian section (CBSE/Indian curriculum): approximately ₦301,000 to ₦500,000 per term.
- Because a full tuition table by individual year group (e.g., Nursery, Reception, Primary 1–6) is not publicly posted, exact per-term and per-year totals for specific year groups are not available in public listings.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- A detailed billing schedule (exact invoice dates, due dates, penalties for late payment, or whether fees are payable termly/semesterly/annually) is not publicly published in available sources. Public listings indicate termly fee amounts but do not provide the school's formal payment terms or due-date schedule.
Boarding fees
- Marymount School, Lekki operates as a day-only school; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published.
Other costs and compulsory extras
- Specific charges for uniforms, textbooks, transport (bus), extracurricular activities, examination or assessment fees, or consumables are not published in a centralized public fee schedule for the school. Public listings note that separate costs (uniforms, activities) are commonly charged by similar schools, but Marymount's exact amounts for these items are not posted.
Refund information
- No publicly available refund policy, withdrawal notice requirement, or rules for reimbursement of refundable deposits are published for Marymount School, Lekki in the sources reviewed.
Fee payment options
- There is no publicly listed, detailed set of accepted payment methods (for example specific bank details, credit-card processors, or online payment platforms) in the available public listings. Contact details are published for enquiries.
Summary regarding public availability of detailed fees
- Publicly available school-directory entries and listings report termly tuition ranges (see above) and confirm the school's status as a nursery/primary day school with an Indian section, but they do not publish a full, year-group-by-year-group fee schedule, nor do they publish comprehensive billing terms, itemized extras, refund terms, or the school's accepted payment methods for the 2026/27 academic year. For clarity: the figures above are ranges reported in public listings; a complete per-year fee table and formal payment/refund terms were not available in those listings.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
The school has hostel facilities with separate boys' and girls' hostels; the hostels are described as safe, neat and well-ventilated.
Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
Uniforms are required. Uniforms and footwear are regulated; uniform violations incur sanctions such as 12 hours for appropriate footwear and parent informed.
Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
The school is led by a Chief Executive Officer and has a management team.
Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Lekki British School delivers a British-style curriculum across its divisions. Pre-School uses the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, a play-based program for birth to five years with three prime areas (Communication and Language; Physical Development; Personal, Social and Emotional Development) and four specific areas (Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design). Lekki British Junior School follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with English, Mathematics, Science, Information and Communication Technology, Physical Education, History, Geography, Art and Design and Technology, Religious Education, Music, Personal Development, Social Studies, Health Education and French from Years 1 to 6. Lekki British Senior School offers a broad range of subjects aligned to the English National Curriculum, with Cambridge International pathways and the Undergraduate Foundation Programme (IDFP) for university preparation. Cambridge A Level is offered with subjects including Mathematics, Economics, Physics, History, Chemistry, Sociology, Biology and Business Studies; the IDFP provides a one-year foundation with pathways in Computing, Business and Science. The IDFP also provides access to UK universities and other international institutions, with US pathways via ONCAMPUS/CATS.
Curriculum details
A blend of the British and Nigerian Curricula. The school has a Nigerian Section and an International Section.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Graduates progress to a wide range of universities through Cambridge and IDFP routes. UK universities explicitly listed include Kingston University; University of Hertfordshire; University of Bedfordshire; Edge Hill University; University of Chester; University of Strathclyde; University of Bolton; University of Wolverhampton; University of Sunderland; University of Glamorgan (Glendwr); Middlesex University (UK, Dubai & Mauritius); University of Nottingham; Queen Mary University of London; University of Plymouth; University of Reading; Roehampton University; University of Essex; BPP University; University of Buckingham; Anglia Ruskin University International College; Birmingham City University International College; Brunel University International College; Edinburgh Napier University International College; University of Northampton International College; Plymouth University International College; University of Portsmouth International College; Robert Gordon University International College; Swansea University International College; and US access via ONCAMPUS/CATS.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school uses a play-based Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Personal, social and emotional development is one of the three prime areas of learning. The environment is safe, friendly, attractive and secure, with respect for every individual at the centre of school life. Learning is monitored through teacher observations with regular consultation with parents to track progress and address concerns. Parents are encouraged to share knowledge about their child's development to support ongoing growth. The Pre-School places emphasis on personal development and the development of social skills as foundations for later learning.
Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
The curriculum emphasizes Personal, Social and Emotional Development as part of the EYFS, supporting emotional wellbeing through secure relationships and positive learning experiences. This focus fosters secure relationships and positive learning experiences. The school provides a safe, caring environment that promotes high self-esteem. When concerns arise, staff involve the counsellor or guidance counselor to support students. Parents are kept informed about their child's well-being and progress. The school encourages active partnership with parents to support well-being.
Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
The Discipline Policy provides a structured framework of offenses and sanctions and includes referral to a counsellor and guidance counselor for student support. Boarding facilities are described as safe, neat and well-ventilated, supporting pupil safety. Parents as Partners emphasizes that the EYFS recognizes parents as primary educators and encourages partnership to safeguard children's wellbeing. The policy notes that the school reserves the right to review sanctions and involve parents and the principal in decisions. The school maintains ongoing communication with parents and staff to monitor student wellbeing.
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
The campus includes a High School Block and a Junior School, with dedicated classrooms. A Science Lab and a Prep Room support science and study. A Girls Hostel and a School Clinic provide welfare facilities. Outdoor Study spaces and a School Block organize academic areas. Music Rehearsals spaces and a range of sports facilities complement learning and student life.
Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
High School Pool and Junior School Pool provide aquatic facilities. A Basketball Court is available. A Tennis Court is available. Soccer fields are available for High School and Junior School. These spaces support physical education and extracurricular sport.
Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
High School Classroom and Junior School Classroom support instruction. A Science Lab is available for scientific learning. A Prep Room supports student preparation and study. A School Block houses academic spaces. Outdoor Study spaces provide additional learning environments.
Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
Music Rehearsals facilities support performing arts activities. High School Pool and Junior School Pool enable aquatic activities as part of extracurriculars. A Basketball Court, a Tennis Court, and Soccer pitches support team and individual sports. Outdoor Study spaces provide environments for activities outside the classroom.
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Lekki British School was established in September 2000 on a 25-acre campus within the Lekki Peninsula part of Lagos in South Western, Nigeria. Lekki British High School is the first British Boarding school in Lagos Nigeria. The school consists of Lekki British Pre School, Lekki British Junior School and Lekki British High School. The three schools together provide education from early years to senior level on a single campus.
History
Marymount School, Lekki was conceived in 2007 as a Montessori based preschool and nursery in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. It was founded by Mrs. Olajumoke Dare in partnership with her sister, Dr. Adeola Owodunni. The school later expanded to offer nursery and primary education, incorporating both British and Nigerian curricula. In 2012, an Indian Curriculum Section was introduced in collaboration with Mrs. Kavita Chellaram to serve the expatriate Indian community in Lagos. After seven years as a preschool and nursery, the school began admitting primary pupils in September 2014.
Community
Community
As an international school, Lekki British School is a multicultural environment with representation from various parts of the world. All students are treated equally, putting their different backgrounds into consideration in the delivery of the curriculum. School events include national and country-specific celebration days, and the school teaches students to appreciate, embrace and celebrate each other's culture, exposing them to the value of unity in diversity.
Community
Marymount School, Lekki is a happy, safe, and welcoming close-knit community where all are respected, encouraged, and supported to reach their full potential. The school emphasizes a child-centered, interactive learning approach and a warm cooperation between parents and teachers. The school includes Nigerian and Indian sections and welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds to learn together. The mission focuses on developing the mind and character of each child.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
Lekki British Senior follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales. The curriculum provides a broad range of subjects designed to prepare students for higher education and global opportunities. Examples of subjects include Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, French, Geography, History, Mathematics, Information Technology, Music, Physics and Physical Education.
Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
The music room is equipped with state-of-the-art musical instruments. Art and Design and Technology is taught as part of the junior curriculum.
Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
French is taught from Years 1 to 6. The school is multicultural and celebrates national and country-specific days.
Cultural & language
The school has Indian Section which follows the Indian CBSE syllabus.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
After-school clubs are offered to develop team-building, fitness and friendships. These activities contribute to a culture of work and play that supports student collaboration and leadership.
Social & hobbies
The school offers an enriched after-school program.
Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
The school nurtures future leaders through work and play.
Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Physical Education is part of the Junior School curriculum. Boarding life provides safe, neat and well-ventilated hostels. The classrooms and study areas are conducive for learning.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
English and French are taught. French is taught from Years 1 to 6.
Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Obtain an application form (N50,000.00) or complete an online form at lekkibritishschool.org. This initiates the admissions process. Ensure the information provided is accurate and complete. The application form is the first step toward securing a place at Lekki British School. 2. Submit completed application with the required documents. Photocopies of academic records from the most recent school are required. For Year 7, provide the final term report; for Years 8–10, provide the final term report and a character/behavioral reference letter from the previous school. Also submit a photocopy of the birth certificate, a photocopy of the international passport, and two recent passport photographs. 3. Decide when convenient to take the assessment and inform the school. The assessment will be scheduled after the application has been reviewed. Applicants should notify the school of their preferred assessment date. The assessment is part of the admissions process. 4. A brief interview of about 30 minutes conducted by the Principal with the candidate and parents in attendance (where possible) is part of the initial assessment. The interview assesses candidate suitability and family context. Where feasible, both the candidate and parents participate in the interview. 5. An offer of provisional admission is made to a successful candidate pending payment of the acceptance fees. The offer remains provisional until the acceptance fees are paid. Once paid, the place is secured for the candidate. 6. The acceptance fees have to be paid by the date indicated on the admission/offer letter in order to secure or guarantee a place. Only the first 60 Year 7 candidates who complete steps 1-6 successfully would secure a place. Payment of the acceptance fees finalizes the admission for those who meet the requirements.
