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Compare 17 Affordable international schools in Abuja, Nigeria. Filter by curriculum, fees (average NGN 1,477,581), location, and more to find the right international school now.
The Regent School Abuja comprises The Regent Primary School (ages 2–11) and The Regent Secondary School (ages 11–16), located in Mabushi District, Abuja. It is a British-curriculum school offering both day and boarding options, with EYFS, a British Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE. In Years 7–8 the school follows an adapted National Curriculum for England and Wales, Year 9 uses Cambridge Checkpoint, and Years 10–11 deliver Cambridge IGCSEs in eight or nine subjects; the Nigerian curriculum is not offered. The community spans 31+ nationalities, providing an international atmosphere while maintaining Nigerian context in campus life. The campus includes a Digital Smart Hub and a Microsoft IT Academy to support modern learning. Outdoor facilities feature a natural grass football field and a multipurpose court. After-school activities are mandatory, and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available. Co-curriculars include Model United Nations, Chess, Robotics, Coding, Business Entrepreneurship, Chamber Orchestra, and School Production, among others.
The British Nigerian Academy offers instruction in English and presents the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as its core pre-university curriculum. Students study a range of DP subjects, including Mathematics Analysis, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English A Language and Literature, Business Management, and French Ab Initio, supported by Theory of Knowledge. This combination provides rigorous preparation for higher education while developing critical thinking, research skills, and global perspectives. The language profile reflects an international ethos, with English as the language of instruction and French Ab Initio available as part of the curriculum, supporting multilingual learners. The IB DP framework emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinarity, and assessment through internal and external exams, aligning with university expectations worldwide. The academy offers a collaborative, student-centered environment where learners engage with challenging coursework within a community that values integrity, curiosity, and service. This preparation equips graduates to contribute thoughtfully in diverse settings and pursue academic paths.
Lead British International School offers British and Nigerian education for students aged 0 to 16, with day and boarding options from Year 4. The school delivers a British Curriculum framework supplemented by IPC Cambridge pathways, including IGCSE at secondary and a Pre-U Foundation Year for access to universities. In Early Years, the curriculum combines the British Early Years Foundation Stage with Nigerian content across six areas of learning. Primary follows the English National Curriculum adapted to local circumstances for a British-Nigerian integrated education. The Secondary section serves learners aged 10 to 17 with facilities to support science and ICT, preparing for BECE, IGCSE, WAEC, NECO and SAT (optional). LBIS operates Abuja, Ibadan and Osogbo campuses across Nigeria. Facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, a well-resourced library, modern science laboratories, an ICT suite, a music/recording studio, a Visual Art Studio, boarding for boys and girls, a multipurpose hall, sports pitches and ample grounds.
Premier International School offers a Nigerian curriculum blended with the Cambridge (British) framework and elements of American curricula. In Early Years, it runs the Early Years Foundation Stage and Montessori programs; in Primary, National and Cambridge Primary; and in Secondary, National and Cambridge Curriculum. Students prepare for the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint, the West African Senior School Certificate, and the IGCSE, followed by Cambridge AS and A Levels. A digital learning program provides personal laptops for students in Years 7–10. Bilingual education is available with classes in French, German and Mandarin, with DELF Prim and DELF Junior certifications. Founded in 1997, Premier emphasizes academic excellence, discipline and holistic development through athletics, arts and community service. The campus features CCTV in classrooms, an ICT Lab, a library, Art and Languages labs, and extensive sports facilities, plus a sick bay for health care. The campus also hosts cultural events and service projects annually.
Lead British International School offers British and Nigerian education for students aged 0 to 16, with day and boarding options from Year 4. The school delivers a British Curriculum framework supplemented by IPC Cambridge pathways, including IGCSE at secondary and a Pre-U Foundation Year for access to universities. In Early Years, the curriculum combines the British Early Years Foundation Stage with Nigerian content across six areas of learning. Primary follows the English National Curriculum adapted to local circumstances for a British-Nigerian integrated education. The Secondary section serves learners aged 10 to 17 with facilities to support science and ICT, preparing for BECE, IGCSE, WAEC, NECO and SAT (optional). LBIS operates Abuja, Ibadan and Osogbo campuses across Nigeria. Facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, a well-resourced library, modern science laboratories, an ICT suite, a music/recording studio, a Visual Art Studio, boarding for boys and girls, a multipurpose hall, sports pitches and ample grounds.
Funtaj International School is a private international school in Abuja offering a diverse education for ages 1 to 17. The Kafe Campus is bilingual and affiliated with the French Institute in Nigeria, with facilities including classrooms, a sporting arena, a swimming pool, music and arts studios, ICT suites, a dining hall and an indoor playroom for toddlers. The school combines British Curriculum, IPC, Montessori, French and Cambridge IGCSE, aligned with Nigerian Curriculum and New National Curriculum for England. Final examinations include WAEC/NECO, JAMB, IGCSE and IELTS, supporting pathways to universities. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, generic skills and values, delivered through a pastoral system and broad range of co-curricular activities. Notable features include Mandarin through a partnership with the Chinese Embassy, a range of sports, performing and visual arts, public speaking, robotics and coding, and student leadership programs. The aim is to prepare students to thrive globally while serving their communities.
Deutsche Schule Abuja is a private German international school operated by Julius Berger Nigeria PLC in Abuja. It serves kindergarten and primary education at Utako and Life Camp Gwarinpa. Instruction is in German, with the German stream following the competency-based Thüringer curriculum and the English stream based on the British National Curriculum for Reception and Grades 1–6. The kindergarten runs two language streams with German-speaking and English-speaking staff. In the primary years, teaching is partly cross-curricular; English or German is the first foreign language from Grade 1. Hours run 07:45–12:45 for classes, with after-school care from 13:45–16:00 and a midday meal after period six. Facilities include a music room, art and crafts room, science room, library, swimming pool, tennis courts, and a football field. The school emphasizes a homeroom period (Klassenleiterstunde) and after-school clubs, plus yearly traditions; it is affiliated with ZfA and recognized as Auslandsschule. Principal: Inga Ajjane.
The Regent School Abuja comprises The Regent Primary School (ages 2–11) and The Regent Secondary School (ages 11–16), located in Mabushi District, Abuja. It is a British-curriculum school offering both day and boarding options, with EYFS, a British Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE. In Years 7–8 the school follows an adapted National Curriculum for England and Wales, Year 9 uses Cambridge Checkpoint, and Years 10–11 deliver Cambridge IGCSEs in eight or nine subjects; the Nigerian curriculum is not offered. The community spans 31+ nationalities, providing an international atmosphere while maintaining Nigerian context in campus life. The campus includes a Digital Smart Hub and a Microsoft IT Academy to support modern learning. Outdoor facilities feature a natural grass football field and a multipurpose court. After-school activities are mandatory, and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available. Co-curriculars include Model United Nations, Chess, Robotics, Coding, Business Entrepreneurship, Chamber Orchestra, and School Production, among others.
Nigerian Tulip International College Abuja is a national curriculum for Nursery, Primary and Secondary levels, with the Cambridge curriculum used for Secondary. The Early Years, Primary Years and Secondary Years framework includes English, Mathematics, Basic Sciences and Technology, Computer Studies and Languages such as French, Arabic, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba, along with Religious Knowledge and Civic and Moral Education. Cambridge IGCSE options and related assessments are provided for the senior cycle, while SAT preparation and Olympiad-focused classes support higher-level progress. The college operates within a network that includes multiple branches and boarding options at select campuses. NTIC Abuja provides modern classrooms with interactive smartboards, equipped science laboratories, IT labs, and a library and resource centre. Sports facilities include outdoor football fields and basketball and volleyball courts, plus indoor facilities for table tennis and chess. Language learning, technology and mathematics are reinforced through excursions, guidance services and career development programs today.
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.
Noble Hall Leadership Academy for Girls is a day and boarding school for girls aged 10–16 in Abuja, Nigeria. Founded in 2012, it educates 300+ students with 45+ teachers and 12+ international partnerships, earning 25+ awards. The curriculum blends Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and a Bespoke Curriculum, with IGCSE Excellence and Cambridge-affiliated IGCSE and IAL exams, plus a WAEC partnership. A modern, student-centered program cultivates creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and independent learning. Leadership and Public Speaking are core subjects, and technology is woven into pedagogy through interactive learning and international tech partners. Distinctive features include the Global Changemakers Series, a Duke of Edinburgh Award program, and a strong leadership culture across day and boarding. The school lists a 0% reported IGCSE pass rate and a 0% university-placement rate, but emphasizes preparing girls for world-class opportunities and global perspectives.
Premiere Academy Lugbe, Abuja is an international boarding school offering a bespoke curriculum alongside the British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary) and Cambridge IGCSE. External assessments include WAEC, IGCSE and SAT. Founded on 15 October 2005, the school emphasizes personal development, community service, teamwork and leadership, preparing students to be effective communicators, independent learners, high achievers, critical thinkers and ethical individuals. The campus houses air-conditioned classrooms, well-equipped science, arts and computer laboratories, and introductory technology workshops. On-site hostels, a music and arts studio, and a computerized media library with a professional librarian support academic and creative work. A landscaped campus provides reliable transport, a school clinic, and recreational facilities including a sports stadium, basketball and volleyball courts, table tennis, and chess. The Skills Acquisition program deepens Arts, Drama, ICT Coding and Music, with annual Coding Day. Students participate in inter-house sports, cultural events, and service activities, guided by prefects and leadership training.
Funtaj International School is a private international school in Abuja offering a diverse education for ages 1 to 17. The Kafe Campus is bilingual and affiliated with the French Institute in Nigeria, with facilities including classrooms, a sporting arena, a swimming pool, music and arts studios, ICT suites, a dining hall and an indoor playroom for toddlers. The school combines British Curriculum, IPC, Montessori, French and Cambridge IGCSE, aligned with Nigerian Curriculum and New National Curriculum for England. Final examinations include WAEC/NECO, JAMB, IGCSE and IELTS, supporting pathways to universities. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, generic skills and values, delivered through a pastoral system and broad range of co-curricular activities. Notable features include Mandarin through a partnership with the Chinese Embassy, a range of sports, performing and visual arts, public speaking, robotics and coding, and student leadership programs. The aim is to prepare students to thrive globally while serving their communities.
The school offers the British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum curriculums. Founded in 1997.
Aduvie International School is a co-educational Nigerian-British curriculum school located in the Jahi District of Abuja. Founded in 2008, it sits on a 6.1-hectare campus and offers day and boarding options for Crèche through Pre-University levels, including a Special Education Needs (SEN) programme with therapists and a Jewel class for learners with additional needs. The school blends Nigerian and British curricula, with Montessori elements in Nursery, termly project-based assessments, and an IGCSE pathway alongside WAEC/NECO options; Cambridge A Levels and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathway are available in the Pre-University College. Aduvie is accredited by WAEC, NECO and Cambridge Assessment International Education and approved by the Federal Ministry of Education. Facilities are purpose-built and include air-conditioned classrooms, science laboratories, an Olympic-approved football field, swimming pools and a 2,000-seat multipurpose hall with staff quarters. The campus supports international-mindedness and a broad co-curricular programme including language study, sports, and service activities.
Funtaj International School is a private international school in Abuja offering a diverse education for ages 1 to 17. The Kafe Campus is bilingual and affiliated with the French Institute in Nigeria, with facilities including classrooms, a sporting arena, a swimming pool, music and arts studios, ICT suites, a dining hall and an indoor playroom for toddlers. The school combines British Curriculum, IPC, Montessori, French and Cambridge IGCSE, aligned with Nigerian Curriculum and New National Curriculum for England. Final examinations include WAEC/NECO, JAMB, IGCSE and IELTS, supporting pathways to universities. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, generic skills and values, delivered through a pastoral system and broad range of co-curricular activities. Notable features include Mandarin through a partnership with the Chinese Embassy, a range of sports, performing and visual arts, public speaking, robotics and coding, and student leadership programs. The aim is to prepare students to thrive globally while serving their communities.
Lead British International School offers British and Nigerian education for students aged 0 to 16, with day and boarding options from Year 4. The school delivers a British Curriculum framework supplemented by IPC Cambridge pathways, including IGCSE at secondary and a Pre-U Foundation Year for access to universities. In Early Years, the curriculum combines the British Early Years Foundation Stage with Nigerian content across six areas of learning. Primary follows the English National Curriculum adapted to local circumstances for a British-Nigerian integrated education. The Secondary section serves learners aged 10 to 17 with facilities to support science and ICT, preparing for BECE, IGCSE, WAEC, NECO and SAT (optional). LBIS operates Abuja, Ibadan and Osogbo campuses across Nigeria. Facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, a well-resourced library, modern science laboratories, an ICT suite, a music/recording studio, a Visual Art Studio, boarding for boys and girls, a multipurpose hall, sports pitches and ample grounds.
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