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Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Nigeria

Compare 8 Canadian Curriculum international schools in Nigeria. Filter by curriculum, fees (average NGN 976,500), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
8
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
NGN 1,302,000
Fee range
NGN 900,000 – 1,503,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (8 schools)
Average school size
545 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Aduvie International School
Oldest
Atlantic Hall School (1989)
With boarding
8
About international schools in Nigeria

Canadian-curriculum international schools in Nigeria most often deliver a provincial Canadian programme (frequently Ontario) or an Ontario-style high-school pathway that leads to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) through a local campus or a partnership with a Canadian provider. Lessons are usually taught in English, with French commonly offered as a modern language or second-language option; some schools combine Canadian syllabuses with international programmes or local requirements. Fees and billing models vary widely across cities and campuses - mid-range day places typically cost the equivalent of several thousand US dollars a year while premium day and boarding options can run into multi-million naira annual figures - so expect per-term or per-year schedules and extra charges for exams, transport and activities. Admissions typically follow a Northern-Hemisphere calendar (main intake around August/September, with a January mid-year intake at some schools) and relocating families should confirm whether a given campus is licenced to grant OSSD credits, what transfer support is offered and how long paperwork and assessments will take.

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FAQs for Nigeria

How does a Canadian curriculum school in Nigeria differ from British, American or IB international schools?
A Canadian curriculum school bases its syllabus on the expectations of a Canadian province (commonly Ontario), which structures learning by provincial grade standards and, at secondary level, credit requirements towards an OSSD. That makes assessment, subject choices and graduation requirements different from British (IGCSE/A-Level), American (credit/GED/AP) or IB programmes, and parents should compare subject lists, exam pathways and university recognition when choosing.
What language(s) are lessons taught in and are bilingual streams common?
English is the primary language of instruction in the majority of Canadian-curriculum campuses in Nigeria, with French widely offered as the main modern language and sometimes as a stronger second-language or bilingual option. Some schools will offer additional language classes or extracurricular mother-tongue support, so check each school’s published language policy for immersion options or separate language tracks.
How much should we expect to pay and what extra costs are typical?
Fees vary substantially by location, campus and whether boarding is offered: mid-range international schools commonly charge per term figures in the hundreds of thousands of naira while premium schools report multi-million naira annual fees, and many directories show a very wide overall spread across the sector. Beyond tuition you should budget for enrolment or application fees, uniforms, transport, exam and registration charges, activity trips and occasional capital or miscellaneous levies; request a full fee schedule before you accept a place.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most Canadian-curriculum international schools follow a Northern-Hemisphere academic year with the main intake in August/September and an established January mid-year intake at some campuses, so families usually begin enquiries and submit applications several months before their planned move. Admissions typically require an application form, recent school reports, proof of age/identity, an entrance assessment or placement test and a meeting or interview with school staff, and competitive year groups can fill well in advance.
Will an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) earned in Nigeria be recognised by universities in Canada and elsewhere?
When a Nigerian campus is licenced or partnered with an Ontario-registered school and follows the required curriculum and credit rules, the OSSD pathway is intended to align with Ontario standards and is widely accepted by Canadian universities and many institutions internationally. Parents should verify the school’s registration or partnership details, ask for sample transcripts and confirm recognition with prospective universities if a specific destination country or institution is the goal.
What practical checks should relocating parents make during visits or interviews?
Ask to see the school’s curriculum documentation and any provincial registration or partnership paperwork, review recent sample reports or transcripts, check examination and university-admission outcomes where published, and inspect pastoral, safeguarding and special-education support arrangements. Also obtain a full, itemised fee schedule, term dates and the school’s policy on mid-year arrivals and credit transfer so you can plan logistics, visas and onward university pathways with confidence.}]}