Dowen College Lagos and Grenville Schools are both in Lagos. Both schools offer British, Cambridge IGCSE and Bespoke programmes, and Grenville Schools also offers Cambridge (Primary) and Canadian. Published annual fees are NGN 1,250,000 - 2,105,000 at Dowen College Lagos and NGN 1,503,000 at Grenville Schools, which puts Dowen College Lagos roughly 12% higher. Dowen College Lagos takes pupils from 10 to 18, and Grenville Schools from 0 to 18. Dowen College Lagos is the larger school, with around 440 pupils to Grenville Schools's 350. Typical class sizes are 7 at Dowen College Lagos and 20 at Grenville Schools.
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Curriculum
Cambridge (Primary), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
440
Pupils
350
Typical class size
Typical class size
7
Typical class size
20
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1997
Opened
2011
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
No. 18, Adebayo Doherty Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Lekki Phase 1 is a residential and commercial area in Lagos. Dowen College Lagos is accessible by bus services for day students.
Location
Nestled in the serene heart of G.R.A Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. Grenville School is described as a haven away from the bustle of Lagos city.
Stages
Stages
Junior School; Senior School
Stages
Creche & Pre-school; Primary School; Secondary School; Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program
School type
School type
Private, co-educational secondary school offering both day and boarding facilities
School type
Private day and boarding school with international standard boarding facilities
Bus services are available for day students at a token fee; staff have free bus services
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & Admission Fees
- Application form (one-off): ₦15,000.
Tuition fees (by student type) — per academic session and per term
- Day students (secondary): typical reported range per academic session (three terms) is approximately ₦1,250,000 to ₦1,350,000; this equates to roughly ₦416,000 to ₦450,000 per term.
- Boarding students (secondary, weekly/term boarding options available): typical reported figure per academic session is approximately ₦2,000,000; this equates to roughly ₦666,000 per term.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are billed on a termly/session basis and termly payment is accepted. Parents may pay per term.
- Standard schedule: the academic session is split into three terms; the session total for tuition is normally payable either in full for the session or in three termly instalments according to the school's billing plan.
Boarding fees and boarding-related amounts
- Boarding tuition is charged in addition to the day tuition and is commonly reported around ₦2,000,000 per session for boarding students.
- Boarding supplies and pocket/grooming amounts expected on return to hostel: pocket money per term ₦20,000 and grooming (hair plaiting/hair cut) ₦10,000 per term. A complete list of items required for boarders (uniform sets, sportswear, bedding, toiletries, etc.) is provided to parents.
Other costs and recurring charges
- What the main fee covers: tuition, feeding, books, uniform and development levies (these items are listed as covered by the school fee package).
- Uniforms: a complete uniform set is required for boarders and uniforms are available on the school premises; parents should budget for additional uniform items beyond the number supplied with initial fees.
- Examination and assessment charges: examination-related fees (external exam registration or specific assessment fees) are commonly charged in addition to the basic tuition by secondary schools and are reported as additional to the tuition figure. Budget for separate exam or assessment fees.
- Sibling discount: a sibling discount for second and subsequent children has been reported in published fee summaries (commonly a percentage discount on tuition).
Refunds and fee cancellations
- No explicit, detailed public refund policy for tuition, acceptance or development levies is published alongside the admissions/fees information that lists application and tuition items. Parents should note that application fees are charged as part of the admissions process.
Fee payment options and accepted methods
- Payments are normally made to the school's designated bank accounts or approved collection points; termly and session payments are accepted. Parents should prepare to pay by bank transfer/deposit to designated accounts or other bank-based payment methods as instructed by the school.
- Other commonly used payment channels in comparable Lagos private schools include bank deposit/transfer and in-person payments at the school's finance office; request and use the school's official payment instructions when completing payments.
Summary notes for parents
- Application form: ₦15,000 (one-off). Termly payment is accepted. Tuition figures for secondary-day students are typically around ₦1,250,000–₦1,350,000 per session (about one-third per term). Boarding tuition is commonly reported near ₦2,000,000 per session with additional boarding pocket/grooming allowances (₦20,000 and ₦10,000 per term respectively). Budget additionally for uniforms, books and any external examination fees.
Fee details
Application and registration fees
- Admission (application) fee: NGN 15,000 (one‑time, payable at time of application/registration).
Tuition fees by year group (per term / summary available)
- The school does not publish a public, itemised fee table by year group. Publicly reported figures indicate a tuition range of NGN 501,000 to NGN 750,000 per term for the school. Exact per‑year / per‑grade termly amounts are not listed in the publicly available fee summaries.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is reported and discussed on a termly basis (termly billing is the commonly reported interval). The school offers a 5% discount for each additional sibling enrolled. The school also offers an annual 5% early‑payment discount when tuition is paid in full before the start of the academic year. Detailed term dates, instalment deadlines and formal billing schedule were not published in the public fee summaries.
Boarding fees (where applicable)
- Boarding facilities are available; minimum boarding admission age is 11 years. Specific boarding fee amounts, weekly/termly boarding rates, and what is included in boarding charges (meals, laundry, supervision, weekend arrangements) are not published in the public fee information.
Other costs and additional charges
- School bus service is provided (mainland routes only). Other categories commonly charged in addition to tuition—such as uniforms, textbooks and learning materials, exam/assessment entry fees, meals for day students, co‑curricular activity fees and ad hoc trip charges—are expected but no public, itemised price list for these items was published. Parents should plan for additional termly or one‑off charges beyond tuition and the admission fee.
Refunds and withdrawal
- No public, itemised refund policy or standard schedule of refundable / non‑refundable charges (for withdrawal, notice periods, or deposits) was published in the available fee summaries.
Fee payment options and how discounts apply
- The school accepts full annual payment (eligible for the 5% annual early‑payment discount when paid before the academic year begins). Other accepted payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer, online payment gateway, standing order) are not listed in the public fee information. A parent/guardian portal is referenced for school administration.
Brief summary of publicly available fee facts and remaining items not published
- Publicly available, specific fee items that can be stated: Admission fee NGN 15,000; reported tuition range NGN 501,000–NGN 750,000 per term; boarding is available from age 11; a 5% sibling discount and a 5% discount for payment in full before the academic year.
- Publicly unavailable (not published in the materials reviewed): a full per‑grade / per‑year fee schedule (term and annual amounts by year group), specific boarding rates, a published refund/withdrawal policy, and a full list of accepted payment instruments and step‑by‑step billing dates. The school indicates fees are tailored and provided on enquiry; the above represents the factual elements that are available in public summaries.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Dowen College Lagos runs both the Nigerian and British curricula. The Nigerian programme leads to the BECE (Basic Education Certificate Examination) organized by NECO; Cambridge Checkpoint is taken in Year 9 (JS3). In Senior School, students sit the WASSCE and the IGCSE in Year 12. The curriculum covers a broad range of subjects and includes English Language and French Language. Tutorials and prep work consolidate learning, with registration for external examinations such as SAT, TOEFL and IELTS.
Curriculum details
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D) and West African Examination Council (WAEC) are offered for secondary graduates. A comprehensive year-long preparation program leads to excellent performance in both qualifying exams. Preparatory courses such as SATs, TOEFL, DELF, and IELTS are offered on request.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
7:1
Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
An alumnus, Buraimoh Obaseyi Daniel (Class of 2010), is noted as the first Nigerian to graduate with a First Class Degree in Computer Science at San Francisco University, U.S.A.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
Dowen College Lagos offers scholarship schemes that currently cover over 10% of the student population. The Dowen College Scholarship Scheme provides a full tuition scholarship for new entrants achieving an average of 90% or higher on entrance; existing students with 90%+ per term may qualify for a full scholarship in the next session. The Diocesan/ADEMOWO Scholarship Scheme and the Cathedral Church Scholarship grant 100% full scholarships to qualified candidates (two annual for the Lagos Dioceses; a cathedral choir member, respectively).
Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Enrollment is a four-step process: Registration, Requirements, Confirmation of Acceptance, and Withdrawal Policy. Registration: Admission forms are obtainable at the Admissions Office; entrants must be ten years old in the year of admission; entry into other classes (Year 8 and 9 or Senior Secondary School) is also available. Requirements: Completed admission forms should be returned with two passport-sized photographs, one photocopy of birth certificate, and one photocopy of the last term school result; candidates cleared by the Admission Office will sit for an entrance examination at the College and designated centres nationwide; transfer candidates sit for an entrance examination appropriate to their level; final admission offers are based on examination performance and reports from previous schools. Confirmation of Acceptance: Parents of successful candidates must confirm admission by paying a non-refundable deposit to Fidelity Bank (account 4011232729, DOWEN COLLEGE); deferral option exists—candidates who wish to defer admission must notify the school in writing and maintain their place by paying the non-refundable deposit. Withdrawal Policy: A term's notice or payment of one term's fees in lieu of notice is required before withdrawal; failure to comply will result in the withholding of transcripts or transfer certificates. Entrance Examinations: Entry for Year 7 is via an entrance examination conducted at the College and designated centres across the country; the Dowen College Entry Package (Admission Form, past question booklet, and prospectus) can be purchased at the Admissions Office or at listed centers in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Eket.
Admissions
1. Prospective Parent Information Form: To learn about Grenville School, the admissions process, or to schedule a visit, fill out the Prospective Parent Information Form. The form asks for the preferred grade level for admission (Nursery, Primary, Secondary) and the preferred contact method (Email or Phone). It also asks how the family heard about Grenville Schools (Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Friends & Family) and whether to receive newsletters and updates. Submit Now.
2. Application form: There are two convenient options to obtain an application form: physically from the School to collect a hard copy, or online via Email or Whatsapp. Once received, download, complete, and return the form through the same channel.
3. Entrance Form: The Entrance Form includes Child's Details and Parent's Details (Father) with a Nationality field, and Mother's Details with a Nationality field. The final action is Submit Now.
4. Programs and credentials: Grenville offers both the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and West African Examination Council (WAEC) to secondary graduates, with a year-long preparation program leading to excellent performance in qualifying exams. Preparatory courses such as SATs, TOEFL, DELF, and IELTS are available upon request. International Standard Boarding Facilities are provided.
5. Location and boarding: Grenville School is located in GRA Ikeja, Lagos. It emphasizes a diverse range of programs, a well-defined curriculum, and technology-enhanced teaching.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Dowen College has over 10% of its population on scholarships. Dowen College Scholarship Scheme offers a full tuition scholarship for new students who achieve an average of 90% at the entrance examination, and for existing students who maintain an average of 90%+ each term, eligibility for a full scholarship in the next session. Diocesan/ADEMOWO Scholarship Scheme awards two 100% full scholarships annually to qualified candidates from the Lagos Dioceses (Anglican Communion) – Lagos, Lagos Mainland, Lagos West. Cathedral Church Scholarship provides a 100% full scholarship to a qualified member of the Diocese of Lagos Cathedral Church Choir each session.
