International School Fees Nigeria: Budget to Premium

Nigeria (Lagos, Abuja and other cities) has a mix of international schools – from budget to premium British, IB and other curricula. This guide outlines fee ranges and example schools so you can make an informed choice.

Quick overview of fee ranges (annual tuition, indicative)

• Budget: Roughly NGN 1,500,000–3,500,000 per year (primary). Newer or smaller schools, recognised curricula.
• Mid-tier: Roughly NGN 4,500,000–8,000,000 per year (primary). Established schools, good facilities.
• Premium: Roughly NGN 9,000,000–18,000,000+ per year (primary). Top facilities, strong IGCSE/IBDP.

Secondary and exam years are typically higher. Some schools quote in USD; confirm currency.

Budget end: example schools and fees

Greensprings School, British Nigerian Academy and Lagos Preparatory School can sit in the budget band. Primary often NGN 2,000,000–3,500,000 per year. Check each school’s latest fee schedule.

Mid-tier: example schools and fees

American International School of Lagos (AISL), British International School Lagos and Chrisland Schools (international stream) are mid-tier examples. Primary often NGN 5,000,000–8,000,000; secondary/IBDP can be NGN 8,000,000–12,000,000. Strong British/IB provision.

Premium: example schools and fees

American International School of Lagos (AISL) (full programme), British International School Lagos (senior years) and Lekki British School sit at the premium end. Primary can be NGN 10,000,000–15,000,000 and secondary/IBDP NGN 12,000,000–20,000,000+. Extensive facilities and university placement.

What to watch beyond tuition

• Registration and enrolment fees (one-off; can be NGN 200,000–800,000+).
• Learning support and EAL – often extra; can add NGN 500,000–2,000,000+ per year.
• Board exam fees (IGCSE, IB, A level) – not in tuition; budget NGN 400,000–1,500,000+ per exam session.
• Currency: some fees in USD; clarify payment currency.

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How to choose

• Set your budget band, city and curriculum; request full fee schedules (tuition + one-off and annual extras).
• Compare total cost over 3–5 years and fee progression by year group.
• Clarify what is included vs add-on (support, trips, exams) and payment currency.

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