Statistics show that there are over 18,500 secondary schools in Lagos and over 40,000 schools in Nigeria. Schools in Nigeria are approved by the Federal Ministry of Education, however not all schools have been approved. The schools that have not been approved by the Federal Ministry of Education are considered to be operating illegally.
To ensure that the future of your children is secured and they attend the best secondary schools in Lagos, we have to put together a list of some of the best secondary schools in Lagos in no particular order. They include;
Greensprings Schools, Anthony and Lekki, Lagos
One of the foremost British international schools in Lagos, Greensprings Schools started off as a nursery Montessori school in 1985. The non-partisan school offers both day and boarding facilities for boys and girls between eighteen months to eighteen years and is passionate about offering innovative world class education in Africa. The first campus is located at 32, Olatunde Ayoola Avenue, Anthony, Lagos. The second campus is located at Ibeju-Lekki (After Crown Estate), Awoyaya, Lagos. The third campus is located at 12 Reeve Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.
British International School, Lagos
Another top secondary school in Lagos that offers the British curriculum to students between the ages of eleven and eighteen years. The school started operations in 2001 and serves as an institution of learning for both Nigerians and expatriates looking for British education for their children. The school offers both day and boarding facilities and is located at 1, Landbridge Avenue, Oniru Private Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Children International School, Lekki
CIS is one of the top secondary schools in Lagos. The school started operations in September 2003 and has continually maintained a high standard of teaching and learning. Students who are from the ages of two and a half to sixteen years, learn with the national curriculum of England. The school has been accredited and approved by the Department for Education UK as a British School Overseas which makes it the first school in Nigeria, and third school in Africa to receive this award.
CIS doesn’t only offer academic curriculum to the students, but also extra curricular and co-curricular activities. It is the vision of the school to nurture and empower every learner to become a transformative global citizen. The school is located at Plot 8, Amore Street, Off Freedom Way, End of Admiralty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.
Grange School, Ikeja
Situated in the heart of mainland Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Grange School offers an English National curriculum to students. It is equipped with well maintained facilities which create a conducive and attractive place for learning. The school was founded in 1958 with the purpose of providing education that is equivalent to the UK standards by well meaning British expatriates. The school is located at Harold Shodipo Crescent GRA, Ikeja, Lagos.
Vivian Fowler Memorial College, Lagos
Also regarded as one of the best secondary schools in Lagos, Vivian Fowler Memorial College is a girls-only secondary school that admits students from the ages of 10-18 years. The school provides day and boarding facilities for students and promotes the advancement of women through quality and functional education. The exclusivity of the school is for the purpose of reducing the possibility of bias in the choice of subjects and careers. The school is located at Plot 5 Billingsway, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
Corona Schools, Lagos
Corona Schools is a co-educational institution that is passionate about providing world class education to students. The first school began operations in 1955 and till today, they’re still delivering their promise about offering word class education and haven’t compromised their standards. Corona Schools offers both Nigerian and other major curricula in the world to students. Corona Schools boasts 9 schools, 15% international students with alumni excelling globally, and 668 academic and non-academic staff.
American International School, Lagos
AISL is an international school that offers American education to the students. The school boasts of staff that come from 14 different countries and have over 200 years of combined experience. The nationality of students spans across 56 different countries and the students of the school are provided with the opportunity to travel the world. AISL is an amazing school that enjoys the support of parents, educators, alumni and other supporters. AISL is located at Federal Estates, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Meadow Hall, Lagos
Meadow Hall was founded in July 2002 and has risen to be amongst the top secondary schools in Lagos. The school which offers all round education is committed to raising godly children that have a better understanding of God, themselves and their environment. Meadow Hall has proven to be a great citadel of learning by offering world class facilities to students. It is located at Meadow Hall Way, Alma Beach Estate, Lekki-Epe Express Way, Lagos.
Lekki British International School, Lagos
This school is also regarded as one of the best secondary schools in Lagos. The school was established in 2000. It consists of Lekki British Pre School, Lekki British Junior School and Lekki British High School. It is the first British boarding school in Lagos and is aimed at helping students with the discovery and development of their unique talents. The school boasts of 4 certified schools, 99% pass rate to universities and 100% certified parents. It is located at Victoria Arobieke Street, Eti-Osa 3, Lekki Phase 1, 101233, Lagos.
Dowen College, Lagos
Dowen College was founded on the 6th of October, 1997. It is one of the secondary schools that offers both day and boarding facilities to students is passionate about producing balanced global leaders. Its a student centered school that focuses on adding value to the life of each student. Dowen College is located at 18, Adebayo Doherty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.
