The Centagon International School

Nigeria, Abuja

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees NGN 0 - 15,000

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE

Taught languages English, French, Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

The Centagon International School Abuja is a co-educational international school located at 29/31 Mississippi Street, Maitama, Abuja. The school offers Nigerian, American, and British curricula, with Cambridge IGCSE as a core pathway. In Preschool, Cambridge International and the English National Curriculum are used. The school holds Cambridge CAIE accreditation and employs trained IGCSE teachers, ensuring internationally aligned standards. The classrooms and learning facilities are designed to support 21st-century learning. Digital learning is supported via Jupiter, Purple Mash, and Google Classroom. A rich range of co-curricular activities runs alongside the curriculum, including Coding Club, STEAM, CAD and Lego Robotics, Speed Math, and Reading/Book Club. Performing Arts, Ballet, Piano, Graphics, and Handcraft & Jewelry Making nurture creativity, while French Club fosters language and culture. After School Activities include Model United Nations, Chess, Movie Club, and various sports such as basketball, football, and tennis. Centagon International School Abuja serves international families in Nigeria today.

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29/31 Mississippi Street, Maitama, Abuja

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Location

The Centagon International School is located at 29/31 Mississippi Street, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria. Maitama is a central district in Abuja, within the Federal Capital Territory. The school sits in an urban area with access to city amenities.

Stages

The school offers three levels: Preschool, Elementary, and Secondary. These levels cover education from early years through to the end of secondary education.

Type

The Centagon International School is an international school.

Country affiliation

Nigeria

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Fees

Application fees

- A non‑refundable application fee of ₦15,000 is payable with each submitted application.

Tuition fees (termly and annual guidance by level)

- Preschool / Early years: termly fees are reported in the lower part of the school's published ranges and third‑party listings, typically starting around ₦200,000–₦400,000 per term (approximately ₦600,000–₦1,200,000 per academic year where the school operates three terms).

- Primary / Elementary: termly fees are commonly reported within a mid range, typically around ₦300,000–₦500,000 per term (approximately ₦900,000–₦1,500,000 per academic year).

- Secondary: termly fees are commonly reported at the higher end of public fee ranges for the school, often in the range of ₦400,000–₦700,000 per term (approximately ₦1,200,000–₦2,100,000 per academic year).

- Summary statement on tuition presentation: published public listings and school payment portals present fees using termly/semester billing; examples of reported termly figures include ₦400,000 per term as a commonly cited starting point and wider ranges from ₦200,000 to ₦700,000 depending on level and source.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and all fees are billed in advance of each semester/term; fees must be paid in full each semester before students are permitted to enter classes. Payments are managed by the school accounts office and through the school's billing portal.

- The school uses an online billing/payment system that supports secure card payment and bank transfer for school fees; invoices and bills are generated through the school's Edves billing portal.

Boarding fees

- The Centagon is described in public school listings as a day school; no standard boarding program or boarding fee schedule is published in the materials examined. Therefore no boarding fees are listed for typical enrolment.

Other compulsory and routine costs

- Uniforms and sports kits: school uniform and kit purchases are billed separately through the accounts office; specific uniform/kit items (e.g., basketball jerseys, football kits, ballet leotards, swimming kit) are purchased at the school accounts office and attract separate charges.

- After‑school activity (ASA) fees and specialist kit charges: certain co‑curricular clubs (e.g., basketball, taekwondo, tennis, coding where applicable) carry additional semester or term charges and may require purchase of equipment or kit; staff‑sponsored clubs are listed as free while specialist clubs note extra charges and kit fees payable to instructors or the accounts office.

- Examination, textbook or resource fees: the school issues bills for books, supplies, or specific examination costs via its accounts/billing system; these are typically itemised on term invoices. (Billing is processed via the school accounts office and Edves billing portal.)

Refund information

- No detailed, publicly posted refund policy or full terms for refunds (for example for withdrawal mid‑term, fee credits, or refund timelines) was located in the school's admissions pages, activity brochures, or the billing portal documentation reviewed. The application fee is shown as a one‑off payment with no refund language in the application materials located. Parents should consult the accounts office when submitting payments for clarification of any refundable/ non‑refundable elements.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include secure online card payment and bank transfers through the school's Edves payment portal. Payments and invoices are managed by the school accounts office; contact details for accounts and the registrar are provided as the channels for billing enquiries.

Brief note on sources and available detail (summary of findings)

- Publicly available school materials and the school's billing portal confirm the billing cadence (advance payment each semester), the presence of a ₦15,000 application fee, online payment options (card and bank transfer), and additional charges for uniforms, clubs, and specialist kits. Clear, detailed per‑grade published fee tables for the 2026/27 academic year were not available in the documents and listings examined; instead, fee figures are available in public listings and school payment portals as termly ranges. Representative termly ranges and examples are cited above to present per‑term and per‑year guidance.

Academics

Curriculum

The Centagon International School Abuja runs the Nigerian, American and British curricula. In Preschool, Cambridge International and the English National curriculum are used.

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Admissions

1. Initiate application: The Centagon International School admits students upon fulfilling the enrollment requirements. Application materials and further information are obtained from the Registrar. An Online Application is available and a Download Application Form is provided for applicants. Inquiries about admissions should be directed to the Registrar. 2. Review and placement for transfer students: When students come from other schools, a careful review of records is conducted to place students in the appropriate grades. The Registrar provides the initial screening, with the final assessment by the Vice-Principal for each division. This ensures placement aligns with curriculum and assessment differences. 3. Admission guidelines: There is a review of all available previous school records; there must be evidence of the student's ability to profit from TCIS's program (admission/placement testing is conducted for all new students); there must be current openings at a given grade level; age requirements are: Pre-school 3 by September; Pre-Kindergarten 4 by September; Kindergarten 5 by September; Grades 6 is 10+ by September; Grades 9 is 13 by September. 4. Placement and class considerations: In the upper school divisions, placement is generally determined by age and the last successfully completed grade indicated on school records; along with age and previous achievement there must be successful admission/placement testing; in cases of concern, a student may be admitted on a conditional status; all classes are generally constructed in a heterogeneous fashion; parental requests for specific teachers and/or classes are not accepted. 5. Financials and inquiries: Tuition and fees must be paid in advance each semester before students may enter classes. Inquiries about admissions should be directed to the Registrar or the Head of Accounts for financial matters. Get a face-to-face appointment with Admissions officers by calling the numbers provided or emailing the listed addresses. 6.

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FAQs

Where is The Centagon International School Abuja located?

The Centagon International School Abuja is located at 29/31 Mississippi Street, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria. Maitama is a central district in the Federal Capital Territory, offering convenient access to city amenities.

What levels and age range does TCIS serve?

TCIS offers Preschool, Elementary, and Secondary levels. The age start is 3 years for Pre-school, but the upper age is not specified in the available information.

What curricula does TCIS use across its programmes?

TCIS runs a multi-curriculum program blending Nigerian, American, and British curricula. In Preschool, Cambridge International and the English National curriculum are used, and Cambridge CAIE accreditation supports the IGCSE framework at secondary level.

What is the application process and the cost to apply?

The application requires a non-refundable ₦15,000 application fee. Applicants can submit online or download the application form, after which the Registrar conducts an initial screening and the Vice-Principal completes the final assessment for placement.

How is tuition billed and what are typical term costs by level?

Tuition is billed in advance for each semester. Typical term costs are: Preschool ₦200,000–₦400,000; Primary ₦300,000–₦500,000; Secondary ₦400,000–₦700,000, with annual totals depending on the number of terms in the academic year.

Are there additional costs beyond tuition I should budget for?

Yes. Uniforms and sports kits are billed separately, and some after-school or specialist clubs require extra charges or equipment. Books, supplies, and examination fees are also billed through the accounts system.

What makes up the academic program at TCIS Abuja?

The school combines Nigerian, American, and British curricula across its levels, with Cambridge IGCSE at the secondary level and Cambridge CAIE accreditation supporting international standards.

What exam results has TCIS published publicly, if any?

TCIS has reported a 100% pass rate in the 2024 WASSCE, reflecting strong performance in this national examination.

Are class sizes or higher education guidance information available?

Class size and formal higher education guidance are not specified in the available information; the school emphasizes a broad STEM focus and leadership through activities like Model United Nations.

What digital learning tools does TCIS use?

TCIS integrates digital learning through Jupiter, Purple Mash, and Google Classroom as part of its technology-enabled learning environment.

What facilities support the school's learning environment?

Classrooms and facilities are designed to support 21st-century learning, with Cambridge CAIE accreditation and trained IGCSE teachers underpinning the approach.

What extracurricular opportunities does TCIS offer beyond academics?

TCIS provides a rich co-curricular program including Coding Club, STEAM activities, CAD and Lego Robotics, Speed Math, Reading/Book Club, Chess & Scrabble, and Model United Nations.

Are arts and performing arts prominent at TCIS?

Yes. Arts offerings include Performing Arts, Ballet, Piano, Graphics, and Handcraft & Jewelry Making to complement the academic program.

What leadership or global-minded activities are available?

Model United Nations is offered as part of After School Activities and provides leadership, research, public speaking, and diplomacy experience.

What wellbeing and safeguarding measures does TCIS have?

TCIS emphasizes safeguarding with a policy reviewed at least annually and promotes wellbeing through Personal, Social and Emotional development and a focus on PRIDE values (Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence).

How does TCIS support students' mental wellbeing?

Mental wellbeing is supported through a focus on personal and social development, understanding of the world, and fostering self-awareness as part of the learning goals.

What is known about SEN or EAL support at TCIS?

SEN and EAL support are not detailed in the available information; safeguarding and wellbeing are highlighted, along with general learner attributes.

Is TCIS a boarding or day school?

TCIS is described as a day school with no published boarding program or boarding fees.

What does the TCIS uniform look like for different levels?

Primary students wear a white TCIS polo with khaki trousers (boys) or skirts (girls) and white socks with black shoes. Secondary students wear a white shirt, khaki trousers or skirt, blazer and tie, with white socks and black shoes; PE uniform is a TCIS PET-shirt with maroon shorts.

Who governs TCIS and how is the governance structured?

TCIS is governed by a Board of Governors led by the Proprietress, Mrs. Orumenosen Omoluwa, with day-to-day management entrusted to the Principal and Senior Management Team.

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