Greenoak International School

Nigeria, Port Harcourt

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The school at a glance

Fees NGN 0 - 1,900,000

Ages 1 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 355

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 2004

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)

Taught languages English, French, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Greenoak International School in Port Harcourt is a private day and boarding, co-educational institution serving ages 1–18. It operates two campuses—the Primary and the Secondary—with a hybrid curriculum across levels. The Primary Campus blends the IPC with the British and Nigerian curricula, and Cambridge Primary Checkpoint sits at Grade 6; the DELF diploma (Grade 6) and Victoria College of Music exams (Grade 5–6) are also offered. The Secondary School combines IMYC with British, American, and Nigerian curricula, offering Cambridge IGCSE, SAT1, WAEC, SAT2, and A‑Levels. The Sixth Form provides A‑Levels, SAT1, SAT2, and JAMB preparatory classes, guiding university placement in the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, Nigeria, and beyond. Facilities include air‑conditioned classrooms, ICT-equipped libraries, a sick bay, and boarding amenities; Sixth Form spaces are described as state‑of‑the‑art. The motto Unitate, Fortis, et Excellentia emphasizes unity, strength, and excellence as students prepare for a global future.

99, Tombia Road Extension, 3rd St, GRA Phase, Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

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The Essentials

Location

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Secondary & Sixth Form Campus: 17 St. Michael's Crescent, Off Tombia Road Extension, GRA Phase Three, Port Harcourt. Primary Campus: 99 Tombia Road Extension, GRA Phase Three, Port Harcourt.

Stages

Primary; Secondary; Sixth Form

Type

Private day and boarding school; co-educational

Additional learning support

Learning support for learners who struggle in certain subjects and those who have studied abroad.

Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding houses are allocated for male and female students, with each house offering a safe, nourishing environment and Home Away from Home facilities. Boardings include air-conditioned bedrooms, comfortable common rooms (with a TV and DVD), a gym, bathrooms, and an in-house laundry service. Both boys' and girls' houses are monitored by experienced housemasters and housemistresses, and a sick bay staffed by nurses is located nearby. This care framework fosters a strong sense of belonging and a connected community among staff, pupils, and families.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are customized and can only be purchased at the uniform store. Uniform samples are provided to all new families. Parents are advised to monogram the names of their children on their uniforms and all other school belongings.

Food Options

Greenoak provides catering with a healthy and balanced range of food that is nutritious and enjoyable for pupils.

Fees

Application / Admission fees
- A one-time admission/application fee is charged at entry. An Admission Fee of ₦20,000 has been listed for the Sixth Form.

Tuition fees (per term and per year, by year-group)
- General termly range (typical for the school across levels): ₦300,000 – ₦650,000 per term (termly payments are the norm). This corresponds to approximately ₦900,000 – ₦1,950,000 per academic year when paid over three terms.
- Nursery / Early Years: typically at the lower end of the school's termly range (expect roughly ₦300,000–₦450,000 per term, i.e. about ₦900,000–₦1,350,000 per year).
- Primary (Years 1–6): typically mid-range within the termly band above (plan on ₦350,000–₦550,000 per term; roughly ₦1,050,000–₦1,650,000 per year).
- Secondary (JSS1–SS3): commonly in the full range given for termly fees; published guides and school-fees summaries list annual tuition for secondary-day students at about ₦1,900,000 per session (termly equivalent shown above). Boarding charges are invoiced separately.
- Sixth Form / Terminal Grade: Grade 12 (terminal year) fees are handled on a different schedule (see Billing schedule). An application/admission fee has been published for Sixth Form as noted above.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing cadence: fees are paid termly; annual payment is available on request.
- Grade 12 (terminal year) payment schedule: fees for Grade 12 are split into two portions payable in September and January of the graduation year.
- Sibling reduction: families with three or more children registered at the school are eligible for a fee reduction; this is assessed case-by-case.
- Payment timing and consequences: the school enforces timely payment; late payment of fees can affect a student's ability to sit examinations. Specific due dates, late-payment charges and instalment options are provided by the bursar during the admission process.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is available and is charged separately from tuition. Published fee summaries and school-fee listings place typical boarding charges in the region of about ₦2,000,000 per year for boarders; day-student annual fees are commonly lower (examples given in fee summaries place day-student annual costs near ₦1,250,000–₦1,900,000 depending on level). Boarding supplements (accommodation, meals, dormitory services) are billed in addition to tuition.

Other costs and mandatory extras
- Uniforms: school uniforms are customized and must be purchased from the school's uniform store; sample uniforms are provided to new families and parents are advised to monogram student names on uniforms and belongings. Uniform costs are charged separately from tuition.
- Additional school charges that commonly apply (charged in addition to tuition) include boarding extras, transport/bus fees, exam and registration fees, trips and excursions, and any optional activity costs. These ancillary charges are invoiced separately.

Refunds and withdrawal
- Refunds and specific withdrawal/refund terms are managed by the school bursar and are provided to families at admission. The bursar issues the detailed fee-payment terms (including any refundable deposits, non‑refundable items and pro‑rata treatment for mid‑term withdrawals) during the admissions/bursar process.

Fee payment options
- Fees are payable to designated bank accounts approved by school management; the bursar provides bank details and the accepted payment methods to families during admission.
- Accepted payment methods and any card/online-payment surcharges or detailed instructions are provided with the school's fee information by the bursar at enrolment.

Notes for budgeting
- Tuition is primarily collected termly; when planning household budgets, allow separately for uniforms, transport, examination fees, trips and (if applicable) boarding charges. The school offers case-by-case sibling reductions for larger families and awards academic scholarships for top-performing students.

Academics

Curriculum

Greenoak uses a hybrid curriculum across its Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form programs. The Primary Campus combines the British Curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), and the Nigerian Curriculum, with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint examinations at the end of Grade 6. External examinations for the primary include the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint (Grade 6), the Diploma in French Language Examination (DELF) (Grade 6), and the Victoria College of Music examinations (Grade 5 and 6). The Secondary School uses The International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) alongside the British, American, and Nigerian Curricula, with Cambridge IGCSE, SAT1, WAEC, SAT2, and A-Level options. The Sixth Form offers A-Level, SAT1, SAT2, and JAMB Preparatory Classes. University Preparation is provided to place students in universities in the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, Nigeria, and other African countries.

Exam Results

Cambridge Primary Checkpoint Examinations are used to measure primary performance, with year-by-year results published for 2025, 2024, and 2023 showing multiple pupils achieving 'Outstanding' (41-50) in Mathematics, English, and Science. The Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) updated its bands to a 0–50 scale in January 2023. The school reports high attainment levels in the CPC, English, Mathematics, and Science across years, reflecting strong performance in CAIE assessments.

Higher Education Progression

The school states it prepares students for universities in the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, Nigeria, and other African countries. The Secondary School notes that graduates have secured places at prestigious universities such as Columbia University (USA), UCL (UK), and Vanderbilt University (USA).

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

GIS nurtures students' academic capabilities, as well as their moral, physical, and emotional wellness.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

We offer a learning support program for learners who struggle in certain subjects and those who have studied abroad.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English-Language is taught in secondary; English Language is taught in primary; Foreign Languages – French & Spanish.

Mental Wellbeing

GIS focuses on emotional wellness and provides counselling to support students' mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding

GIS provides counselling for students involved in conflict or difficult situations and has a Disciplinary Committee for review.

Parent Experience

History

Greenoak International School, Port Harcourt comprises a Primary Campus and a Secondary Campus. Greenoak Primary was founded in September 2004, and Greenoak Secondary was founded in 2008. The founders were motivated to create an establishment that would provide quality national and international education. The school operates a hybrid curriculum that includes the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), along with British, American, and Nigerian curricula. The motto Unitate, Fortis, et Excellentia (Unity, Strength, and Excellence) guides a balanced education designed to produce intelligent, skilled, confident, and morally sound students prepared to thrive in a global society.

Community

The Greenoak community is friendly and diverse and is open to both boys and girls. The school offers a hybrid curriculum that combines Nigerian, British, and American curricula and features co-curricular activities such as debating, languages, and sports. The school hosts cultural and international events, including an annual International Day that celebrates and shares cultures from around the world, and the Primary Campus has recognised festivals such as Diwali.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Greenoak International School offers facilities across its Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form campuses in Port Harcourt. Classrooms are fully equipped and air-conditioned, with a library that includes ICT facilities to support learning. A sick bay is available for student health needs. Boarding life provides air-conditioned bedrooms, common rooms with a TV and DVD player, a gym, bathroom facilities, and in-house laundry services. The Sixth Form facilities are described as state-of-the-art, designed to bridge secondary education and university study.

Sports Facilities

Gym facilities are available on campus and equipped with sports equipment. The boarding houses include a gym for residents, supporting fitness and sports activities.

Academic Facilities

Fully equipped and air-conditioned classrooms support daily learning. A library with ICT facilities is available on campus. A sick bay is available for student health services. Sixth Form facilities are state-of-the-art and designed to support advanced study and university preparation.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Greenoak offers a dynamic co-curricular program with a broad range of clubs and societies. The Debating Society, Science Club, French Club, Engineering Club, Medical Club, Red Cross Club, Public Speaking Club, and Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AIR) are among the many clubs available. There is a dynamic after-school program that complements classroom instruction. Students can engage in community service and charity activities, including events such as Charity Day.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

GIS Primary uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with a hybrid of British and Nigerian curricula, delivering active, project-based learning. GIS Secondary uses the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) alongside British, American, and Nigerian curricula, offering Cambridge IGCSE, SAT, WAEC, SAT2, and A-Level options. A learning-support program helps pupils who struggle in certain subjects or have studied abroad. The Sixth Form program provides university preparation and pathways with A-Levels, SAT and JAMB options.

Arts & Creative

GIS Primary has an Arts and Craft program that develops motor skills, language, social skills, decision-making, and creativity. The Music department teaches instruments, music theory, and singing, and GIS Primary showcases its talent through annual Christmas nativity presentations and musical concerts. GIS Secondary offers Creative and Cultural Arts as a curriculum area, and music is also a featured subject in the secondary program.

Cultural & Language

GIS Primary teaches English language and foreign languages including French and Spanish. The French and Spanish departments organize educational excursions locally and internationally, with certificates awarded upon completion. The DELF diploma in French language is offered at Grade 6. GIS Secondary includes French and Spanish among its subjects.

Social & Hobbies

GIS Primary offers co-curricular activities such as Debate Club; language clubs (e.g., French); science and mathematics clubs; chess; music; Red Cross; Icon Readers Club; Home Makers Club; and sports clubs (e.g., football). GIS Secondary's co-curricular includes Debating Society; Science Club; French Club; Engineering Club; Medical Club; Red Cross Club; Public Speaking Club; and Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AIR). These clubs boost self-confidence and interpersonal skills and provide opportunities to compete in internal and external events.

Community & Service

Red Cross Club is part of co-curricular activities, and Charity Day (Mufti Day) raises funds for The Child, a school for the mentally and physically challenged. The program forms part of the holistic approach to education at GIS.

Leadership & Professional

Physical Education fosters leadership, discipline, team spirit, and communication. Debating and public speaking clubs, as well as the Sixth Form program, develop leadership and professional skills. The Sixth Form provides university preparation, including A-Level, SAT, and JAMB prep, with guidance and counselling to support admission.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

GIS provides a safe environment and a dynamic after-school program. Boarding life offers well-equipped houses with facilities, housemasters, and sick bay support. Physical Education includes track, badminton, and football to foster discipline and teamwork. Guidance and counselling support students' emotional well-being and university admissions.

Languages

Language Provision

English is taught as a core subject under the British Curriculum. French is taught as a language subject from preschool, with the Diploma in French Language Examinations (DELF) offered at Grade 6. Spanish is taught in secondary (Grades 7–9), and French remains an option in the senior years (Grades 10–12). A Learning Support program is available for learners who struggle in certain subjects and those who have studied abroad.

Admissions

1. Primary Campus admissions: The Primary Campus extends from Grade 1 to Grade 5 and pupils must be five years or older at admission into Grade 1. To be considered, children must complete an application form and pass the assessment. Applications are encouraged before the first term or second term of the chosen academic year, and April to early July admissions are deferred to September. After the entrance exam, an interview is conducted with the child and parent/guardian; Educare entrants may have a tester session, and transition from Educare to Grade 1 involves an entrance test and a developmental interview; after payment of the commitment fee, pre-admission forms are completed and an admission letter is issued.

2. Secondary Campus admissions: Admission to GIS's Secondary Campus for Grades 7-12 is open to children aged 11+ and above. New families must sit for an entrance examination into the chosen grade; entrance exam applications are obtained and paid for at the Administration office via an Admissions Procedure form. Children moving up from Primary Campus (Grade 6) are also required to pass an entrance exam. After the assessment, applicants are invited for an interview; if they pass, an offer into the grade is made.

3. Sixth Form admissions: Students who have written WASSCE, NECO, or IGCSE, or another known equivalent examination are eligible to apply provided they've attained a minimum of five credits in relevant subjects including English and Mathematics. Before admission, an entrance examination is administered, after which the student and the parent(s) are invited for an interview. Students must be aged between sixteen and seventeen at the start of Sixth Form; students above eighteen are not admitted.

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FAQs

Where exactly is Greenoak International School located and how are the campuses organised?

Greenoak International School is in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, with a Primary Campus at 99 Tombia Road Extension, GRA Phase Three and the Secondary & Sixth Form Campus at 17 St. Michael's Crescent, Off Tombia Road Extension, GRA Phase Three. The school operates two campuses to separate primary and secondary/Sixth Form provision.

What age range does Greenoak cater for and is it co-educational or boarding?

Greenoak serves children aged 1 to 18 and is a co-educational institution offering both day and boarding options. Both boys and girls are enrolled across the Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form programmes.

What curriculum does Greenoak follow across its Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form programmes?

Greenoak uses a hybrid curriculum. The Primary Campus blends the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the British and Nigerian curricula and offers Cambridge Primary Checkpoint, DELF and Victoria College of Music exams; the Secondary School uses the IMYC alongside British, American and Nigerian curricula with Cambridge IGCSE, SAT1/SAT2, WAEC and A‑Level options, and the Sixth Form offers A‑Levels, SAT and JAMB preparation with university-placement guidance.

How do I apply for a place in the Primary Campus and what are the entry requirements?

Primary applicants complete an application form and sit an entrance assessment; children must be five years or older to enter Grade 1. After the entrance exam there is an interview with the child and parent/guardian, and, for Educare entrants, a tester session; a commitment fee and pre‑admission forms are completed before an admission letter is issued.

How does admission to the Secondary Campus work and what age should my child be?

Admission to the Secondary Campus (Grades 7–12) requires applicants to be aged 11+ and to sit an entrance examination for the chosen grade, followed by an interview. Pupils progressing from Greenoak Primary (Grade 6) must also pass the entrance exam to move into the Secondary Campus.

Are there standard billing and payment terms I should know about when applying?

Fees are typically billed and collected termly, although annual payment is available on request; Grade 12 (terminal year) fees are split into two portions payable in September and January of the graduation year. Families with three or more children may be eligible for a case‑by‑case sibling reduction, and late payment can affect a student's ability to sit examinations, with detailed terms provided by the bursar at admission.

What external exams and qualifications does Greenoak prepare students for?

At primary level students sit Cambridge Primary Checkpoint and may take DELF and Victoria College of Music exams; secondary pupils can take Cambridge IGCSE, SAT1, SAT2, WAEC and A‑Levels. The Sixth Form also runs JAMB preparatory classes and targeted university‑application support.

How strong are the school's examination results at primary level?

Greenoak reports high attainment in the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint (CPC), with multiple pupils achieving 'Outstanding' (41–50) in Mathematics, English and Science across the published 2023–2025 results. The school uses the CAIE 0–50 bands introduced in January 2023 to report those achievements.

Where have Greenoak graduates gone on to study at university?

The school provides university preparation aimed at placement in the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, Nigeria and other African countries, and past graduates have secured places at institutions such as Columbia University, UCL and Vanderbilt University. Sixth Form guidance and counselling support students through applications to a range of international and local universities.

What classroom and academic facilities are available on campus?

Classrooms are fully equipped and air‑conditioned, and the school has a library with ICT facilities to support research and learning. A sick bay is available for student health needs and Sixth Form spaces are described as state‑of‑the‑art to support advanced study.

What are the boarding facilities like for students who live on campus?

Boarding houses are separated by gender and provide air‑conditioned bedrooms, comfortable common rooms with TV and DVD players, a gym, bathrooms and an in‑house laundry service. Each house is overseen by experienced housemasters and housemistresses and is integrated with nursing support nearby to foster a safe, nurturing environment.

What sports and fitness facilities does the school offer?

The school provides gym facilities on campus and boarding‑house gyms equipped with sports equipment to support fitness and physical education. Physical Education includes activities such as track, badminton and football that promote teamwork and leadership.

What kinds of clubs and extracurricular activities are available for children?

Greenoak runs a broad co‑curricular programme including the Debating Society, Science Club, French Club, Engineering Club, Medical Club, Red Cross Club, Public Speaking Club and Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (AIR), plus chess, music and sports clubs. There is a dynamic after‑school programme and opportunities to compete in internal and external events.

How does the school support arts and music development?

The Music department teaches instruments, music theory and singing and pupils take part in annual events such as Christmas nativity presentations and musical concerts. Primary pupils may take Victoria College of Music exams at Grades 5–6 and creative and cultural arts are taught across the secondary curriculum.

Does Greenoak offer opportunities for community service and leadership development?

Yes, students engage in community service through clubs such as the Red Cross Club and school initiatives like Charity Day, and leadership is cultivated through activities like Physical Education, debating and public speaking. The Sixth Form also focuses on leadership and professional skills as part of university preparation.

What support is available for students who struggle academically or who join from abroad?

Greenoak offers a learning‑support programme for learners who struggle in specific subjects and for pupils who have studied abroad to help them transition into the curriculum. Support is delivered alongside mainstream lessons and through targeted interventions as needed.

What mental‑health and safeguarding support does the school provide?

The school provides guidance and counselling to support students' emotional wellbeing and has a Disciplinary Committee to review serious incidents. Counselling is offered for pupils involved in conflict or difficult situations, and medical support is available via the on‑site sick bay staffed by nurses.

What is boarding day‑to‑day life like and who looks after boarders?

Boarders live in monitored male or female houses overseen by experienced housemasters and housemistresses; common rooms, in‑house laundry and a nearby sick bay with nursing staff support day‑to‑day welfare. Boarding life is structured to create a connected community and a 'home away from home' atmosphere.

Where do I buy the school uniform and are there any special requirements?

Uniforms are customised and must be purchased from the school's uniform store, where sample uniforms are provided to new families. Parents are advised to monogram student names on uniforms and other school belongings to help with identification.

What type of meals does the school provide for pupils?

Greenoak provides catering with a healthy and balanced range of food designed to be nutritious and enjoyable for pupils. Catering covers both day students and boarders as part of the school's student‑care provision.

What are the tuition fees at Greenoak International School?

Annual tuition at Greenoak International School ranges from NGN 0 to NGN 1,900,000 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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