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British Curriculum International Schools in Lagos, Nigeria

Compare 53 British Curriculum international schools in Lagos, Nigeria. Filter by curriculum, fees (average NGN 3,055,606), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
53
Curricula
19
Average annual fee
NGN 3,151,094
Fee range
NGN 15,000 – 35,000,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (46 schools)
Average school size
752 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Greensprings School - Anthony
Oldest
St. Saviours School Ikoyi (1951)
With boarding
35
About international schools in Lagos, Nigeria

British-curriculum international schools in Lagos typically teach the English National Curriculum adapted for an international student body and commonly lead to Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10 - 11 and either Cambridge or Edexcel A-levels (or equivalent) in the sixth form. English is the usual language of instruction, but many schools also teach Nigerian languages such as Yoruba and offer other modern languages as options. Fees vary widely across the city - many international schools charge in the mid-hundreds of thousands to low millions of naira per year while some premium schools charge several million naira annually - so budget expectations should be checked school by school. Admissions follow the familiar enquiry→application→assessment→offer pattern, with the main intake in the new academic year and older children commonly assessed in English and subject tests while younger children have observations or interview visits.

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FAQs for Nigeria

What qualifications will my child study in a British-curriculum school in Lagos?
Most British-curriculum schools deliver the English National Curriculum through primary and lower-secondary stages, then prepare students for international GCSEs (Cambridge or Edexcel) at 14 - 16 and for A-levels or equivalent pre-university qualifications at 16 - 18. Some schools may offer alternative awarding bodies (for example Pearson Edexcel) or additional routes depending on the school’s size and university-placement focus.
How much should we expect to pay each year?
Fees in Lagos vary considerably by neighbourhood and school facilities; many international schools report annual tuition in the mid-hundreds of thousands to low millions of naira, while a number of premium British-curriculum schools charge several million naira per year. Check each school’s published fee schedule for tuition, registration and capital or re-enrolment levies, and ask whether extras such as exams, transport and meals are included.
What ages and stages do British schools cover?
British-curriculum international schools commonly accept children from nursery or reception (around age three or four) through primary and secondary Key Stages, finishing with sixth form provision for 16 - 18-year-olds who take A-levels or equivalent. The system is structured into Key Stages that align to age groups and externally assessed qualifications at 14 - 16 (IGCSE/GCSE level) and 16 - 18 (A-level).
When should we apply and what are typical admissions steps?
Families usually begin enquiries several months before the intended start date, with many schools running a principal intake at the start of the academic year; applications then move to assessment (age-appropriate testing or observation), an offer and payment of an enrolment deposit. Older applicants are commonly tested in English and in key subjects, while younger children may be invited for a supervised play or classroom visit; ask schools about waiting lists and application deadlines early because places can fill.
Is instruction in English and will my child learn local languages?
Yes - English is the medium of instruction in British-curriculum schools across Lagos, and many institutions also teach local languages such as Yoruba alongside international languages like French or German as part of their language programmes. Parents should check each school’s language curriculum and the level of mother-tongue or heritage support if retaining a home language is important.