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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Whiteplains British School is a co-educational international school in Jabi-Abuja, Nigeria, serving learners from 1 to 18 with boarding facilities. It follows the Cambridge Pathway, delivering the English National Curriculum from pre-nursery to A-levels, with Cambridge Checkpoint at the end of Year 9 and IGCSEs at Year 11. Primary education uses the Edexcel curriculum to provide a broad, balanced programme that develops communication, collaboration and independent learning. The Foundation/Advanced Level program is designed to support entry to universities worldwide. The pre-school has used the Maria Montessori method since 2010. The campus offers colorful classrooms, a lively playground, modern facilities and a safe, inclusive environment. Since 2015 the school has been fully solar-powered. The motto is Bonitas et Disciplina (Goodness and Discipline). The leadership team brings decades of teaching and advisory experience, and the school has educated over 2,000 students with UN consultative status and other education awards and international recognition.
Whiteplains British School has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Plot 528 Cadastral Zone B4, Jabi-Abuja, Nigeria. It is in the Jabi area of Abuja and serves an international student body.
Stages
Pre-nursery to A-levels, following the Cambridge Pathway (Pre-Nursery, Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE, Foundation/Advanced Level).
Type
Co-educational international school with boarding facilities
Country affiliation
Nigeria
School day structure
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday closed
Fees
Application fee
- NGN 20,000 (non‑refundable) charged for each new application.
Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual estimate)
- The school publishes tuition as a per‑term charge with typical per‑term ranges reported across levels as approximately NGN 751,000 – NGN 1,200,000 per term. Use of three terms per academic session means a straightforward annual tuition estimate is three times the per‑term amount (for example, NGN 2,253,000 – NGN 3,600,000 per year depending on level and boarding/day status).
- Specific per‑year‑group line items (Pre‑School / Nursery / Primary / Lower Secondary / IGCSE / A‑Level) are not published in a single public fee table; instead tuition is presented as the termly range above.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year runs on three terms. Tuition and boarding fees are billed on a termly basis and are normally payable in three instalments (one instalment per term).
- A student who joins during a term may be charged a full term's fee if joining before mid‑term; where advertised, partial reductions for late entry have been applied historically (details are handled at enrolment). Late payment provisions and surcharges have been applied in the school's published admission/fee notes.
Boarding fees (where applicable)
- Boarding places are available. The overall cost for boarding students increases the annual session total; public summaries and fee lists published by third parties show full‑boarding totals in the region of approximately NGN 3,600,000 per academic session (this figure represents the combined tuition + boarding package reported for boarding students).
Other mandatory or regular fees and charges
- One‑time Capital Development Levy (acceptance/holding fee): charged on acceptance of a place (a one‑off, non‑refundable levy is applied).
- Medical screening and compulsory medical insurance: a medical screening requirement and a termly medical insurance deposit/charge is applied per student.
- School uniform fee: uniforms are charged (new entrants typically receive a set as part of enrolment under past policies; replacement uniforms are chargeable). Textbooks, examination entry fees and other learning resources are charged separately.
- Termly pocket‑money deposit: a compulsory pocket‑money deposit for day and boarding students has been listed in school guidance (example amount reported historically: NGN 15,000 per term).
- External examination fees (Cambridge/Edexcel/IGCSE/A‑Level) are invoiced in addition to tuition when applicable.
Refunds and notice on withdrawal
- A written term's notice is required before withdrawing a student. If the required notice is not given, a charge in lieu of notice is applied (historically a fixed sum has been stated). Once a term has commenced, that term's fee is not refundable.
Fee payment options
- Payments can be made by bank deposit or bank transfer to the school's designated account(s). Historically parents were able to pay at designated bank branches (examples published include GTBank and similar services) and by direct bank transfer; invoices may be issued in NGN or in foreign currency where applicable. Parents should use the school's published banking details when making payments.
Summary of findings and limitations
- Publicly accessible information discloses the main fee categories (application fee, tuition per term, capital levy, medical insurance, uniform, exam and textbook charges, boarding supplement) and reports a common per‑term tuition range of roughly NGN 751,000–NGN 1,200,000 with boarding total annual packages commonly quoted around NGN 3,600,000. The school's materials and contemporary third‑party summaries were used to compile these figures. Detailed line‑by‑line fee tables broken down by every single year group (exact per‑term charge for Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Year 1, Year 2 … Year 13) were not available in a single published fee table at the time of review; the figures above reflect the termly and annual ranges and the recurring mandatory items that are published or commonly reported.
Academics
Whiteplains British School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school is a Cambridge Pathway school offering complete education based on the English National Curriculum from pre-nursery to IGCSE. Primary follows the Edexcel curriculum, providing a broad and balanced program with a focus on developing communication, collaboration, and independent learning. Secondary education follows the English National Curriculum with Lower Secondary Checkpoint (KS3) and IGCSE (KS4). The Foundation/Advanced Level program is rooted in the British standard and prepares students for higher education and beyond; Foundation Level provides direct access to universities worldwide, and the A-Level program prepares students for university applications and future careers. The curriculum emphasizes a global perspective and prepares students for higher education in any part of the world.
Higher Education Progression
Foundation Level provides direct access to universities worldwide; A-Level program prepares for university applications and future careers; The British curriculum's international focus prepares students to transition to higher education in any part of the world; Secondary education supports progression to higher education through Checkpoint and IGCSE pathways.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Holistic development includes extracurricular activities, character development programs, and leadership opportunities.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotional well-being is emphasized as part of the curriculum and student development.
Admissions
Admissions
Book Online Appointment to obtain information about admissions.
FAQs
What age range does Whiteplains British School serve?
Whiteplains British School serves students aged 1-18, with approximately 2000 students.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school is a Cambridge Pathway school offering complete education based on the English National Curriculum from pre-nursery to IGCSE. Primary follows the Edexcel curriculum, providing a broad and balanced program with a focus on developing communication, collaboration, and independent learning.
Where is the school located?
Plot 528 Cadastral Zone B4, Jabi-Abuja, Nigeria. It is in the Jabi area of Abuja and serves an international student body.
What languages are taught?
The school follows a Cambridge Pathway and the English National Curriculum.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
The school emphasizes academic excellence, problem-solving skills, and independent learning. It provides Nigerians and other nationals living in Nigeria with a certificate recognised throughout the world. The motto is Bonitas et Disciplina (Goodness and Discipline) and the school has educated over 2
How do I apply?
Book Online Appointment to obtain information about admissions.
What is the school's approach to wellbeing?
Holistic development includes extracurricular activities, character development programs, and leadership opportunities.
What are the school facilities like?
Colorful classrooms and an exciting playground, modern facilities, and a safe, positive, inclusive environment.
When was the school founded?
Whiteplains British School was founded in 2007.
What are the school hours?
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday closed
