Top 6 most expensive secondary schools in Lagos and what they cost

The significance of secondary education in a child’s life is immeasurable. It acts as a bridge between primary and tertiary education and allows the child to gain additional knowledge, acquire new skills, and make career choices. After completing primary school requirements, students advance to secondary school, which is designed to enhance their education since primary education alone does not equip them with all the necessary life skills.

The British and American curricula are renowned worldwide for their quality education standards, with the British curriculum being more popular in Nigeria. This is evident from the fact that there are over 2,200 British curriculum schools globally, and the number of international schools offering the British curriculum is expected to rise to nearly 15,000 by 2025.

Education in Nigeria today aims to provide a strong foundation for students to take advantage of extraordinary opportunities, reach their full potential, and attain greatness. However, many schools are lagging behind and are unable to provide these opportunities to their students.

Hence, some Nigerian parents go to great lengths to ensure that their children attend schools that offer them the best opportunities for growth and success. These schools are often deemed pricey for the average Nigerian due to the superior curriculum, highly qualified teachers, abundant resources, prestigious affiliations, prime location, and adherence to predominantly British or American educational systems.

Below is a rundown of the costliest schools in Nigeria, ranked from the most to the least expensive.

1. American International School, Lagos

Established in 1964, this school caters to students from preschool to grade 12. Its high school curriculum leads to the award of a United States High School diploma, while students can earn an International Baccalaureate diploma.

The school boasts of a large and diverse student body comprising over 600 students, around 30% of whom are Americans. A significant proportion of the student population hail from countries such as India, the United Kingdom, Nigeria, Canada, South Africa, Israel, Lebanon, and the Netherlands, while the rest come from more than 50 other nations.

For the 2022/23 academic year, tuition fees for middle school stand at $28,049, while high school fees cost $32,165.

2. British International School 

One of the most expensive schools in Lagos, established in 2001, BIS is a co-educational institution that offers the British curriculum to students between the ages of 11 and 18. Situated in Victoria Island, the school caters to both the Nigerian community and expatriates seeking a global British education.

Known as one of the most expensive schools in Nigeria, BIS has gained a reputation as a premier British-style educational institution serving a diverse student body, comprising both day and boarding students, with boarders accounting for approximately one-third of the total students.

The school offers both full and weekly boarding, with class sizes limited to a maximum of twenty students. Students are prepared for the IGCSE and Advanced Level courses of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). For day students, the school charges approximately N6.1 million, while boarding students pay N8.1 million.

3. Lekki British International School

Lekki British Senior School, which opened its doors in September 2000 in Lekki Phase 1, is the first British boarding school in Nigeria. The school is located on a 25-acre campus and offers preschool, junior high, and high school programs, with boarding facilities available for high school students.

With a traditional British school environment, Lekki British Senior School aims to help students discover and nurture their unique talents. Its mission is to provide an environment that enables each individual to reach their academic potential through a well-rounded education that includes academics, sports, and personal development. The school offers programs ranging from preschool to advanced-level classes.

Tuition fees for day students at Lekki British Senior School are approximately N4.6 million per annum, while boarders pay N6.8 million per annum.

4. Grange School

Established in 1958 by a group of British expatriates, Grange School aims to provide education that is comparable to that offered in the UK. It is an independent, co-educational, non-profit day school that adheres to the English National Curriculum, situated in Ikeja GRA on the Lagos mainland in Nigeria.

The primary section of Grange School caters to 430 boys and girls, from reception to year 6, aged between 4 and 11. Meanwhile, the secondary phase accommodates students aged between 11 and 16+, from years 7 to 11, with around 326 students in total.

Many middle and upper-class parents consider Grange School to be one of Nigeria’s best schools. The school system fosters collaboration among parents, teachers, and students, and is open to students aged 5 to 16.

An off-campus “House” has been added to the facilities, offering boarding services to parents and students, and features well-maintained amenities to create a welcoming learning environment.

For a session at Grange School, the tuition fee for day students is approximately N4.5 million, while boarders are charged N6.5 million.

5. Day Waterman College

Established in 2008, Day Waterman College is situated in Asu Village, close to Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, and is easily accessible from Lagos, within 35 hectares of the natural landscape. The school has around 500 students between the ages of 11 and 16.

Day Waterman College provides a serene and natural environment that is conducive to learning, with top-notch facilities, including secure recreation areas, to support the educational experience. The school aims to develop young people into leaders who can create positive change in their country, with a focus on fostering leadership qualities and helping students reach their potential to succeed in the global community.

To encourage personal growth, confidence, and self-awareness, students are strongly encouraged to participate in the extensive and diverse co-curricular program offered by the school. Day Waterman College offers a full boarding system, and the fee for the academic session is approximately N5.3 million.

6. Meadow Hall School, Lagos

Meadow Hall is a co-educational school situated in Lekki II and was established in July 2002. It employs an integrated curriculum that combines the Nigerian Curriculum and the British National Curriculum with the aim of producing exceptional, morally upright children who can reach their full potential in life. 

The school provides exceptional facilities and focuses on cognitive and non-cognitive learning. Meadow Hall charges approximately N3.2 million for day students and N5 million for boarders per session.

Originally posted 2023-04-20 18:38:29.