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If you're researching international schools in Nigeria offering Montessori Curriculum, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Montessori Curriculum, taught by 17 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 750,000–2,900,000 NGN, with the average sitting around 1,446,021. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Corona Schools (opened 1955).
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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.
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.
Emerald School is a school network serving Lagos and Ogun, Nigeria, offering nursery through secondary education, vocational programs. The school serves ages 1 to 16 and provides day and boarding for high school. The curriculum blends British and Nigerian frameworks, with Montessori for pre‑school from 18 months to five years. The elementary program (5–11) is student‑centred and provides one‑to‑one computer access with coding. The secondary (11–16) integrates Nigerian and British curricula, guiding Year 7 to Cambridge Checkpoint, NECO and BECE; Year 8 includes a French exchange; Year 10 offers pathways toward IGCSE, WAEC and NECO, with provisions for SAT, TOEFL and JAMB. Facilities include an art studio, ICT suite, science labs, mathematics and home economics labs, a music studio, dining hall, chess area, volleyball court and swimming pool. Extracurriculars span music, sports, debating, ICT, spelling bees and quizzes; French and Yoruba support language learning; a board of advisors guides growth.
Canadian International School Lagos provides a multi-curriculum approach on a single secure campus, combining Canadian and Montessori principles with a bespoke English National Curriculum framework adapted for local heritage. The Junior School (Nursery to Year 6), Senior School (Year 7–11) and a Sixth Form College operate on one site, with purpose-built classrooms and dedicated teaching teams. The English National Curriculum is delivered across Key Stages 1–4, with core subjects in English, Mathematics, Science, PSHEE, and Topic (History, Geography, Religious Education), plus specialist lessons in Music, Art, Computing, French and Physical Education. From Year 10–11 students follow the IGCSE (Pearson Edexcel) pathway. The school offers boarding on campus for Year 6–13, with a purpose-built boarding house, dining hall and on-site sports facilities. A vibrant extracurricular programme includes sports, music, drama and arts, while African Studies connects learners to regional heritage. Sixth Form provides university preparation and pathways to A-levels for international learners.
Emerald School is a school network serving Lagos and Ogun, Nigeria, offering nursery through secondary education, vocational programs. The school serves ages 1 to 16 and provides day and boarding for high school. The curriculum blends British and Nigerian frameworks, with Montessori for pre‑school from 18 months to five years. The elementary program (5–11) is student‑centred and provides one‑to‑one computer access with coding. The secondary (11–16) integrates Nigerian and British curricula, guiding Year 7 to Cambridge Checkpoint, NECO and BECE; Year 8 includes a French exchange; Year 10 offers pathways toward IGCSE, WAEC and NECO, with provisions for SAT, TOEFL and JAMB. Facilities include an art studio, ICT suite, science labs, mathematics and home economics labs, a music studio, dining hall, chess area, volleyball court and swimming pool. Extracurriculars span music, sports, debating, ICT, spelling bees and quizzes; French and Yoruba support language learning; a board of advisors guides growth.
Chrisland Schools in Lagos and Abuja offer a multi-campus British-Nigerian education for ages 1 to 18, including seven nursery/primary branches, six secondary schools, and a sixth-form college. The curriculum blends British and Nigerian systems and includes Montessori elements, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. The approach is student-centered and experiential, with continuous assessment. English and French language development is supported by a Reading and Creative Writing Programme and a Speech Improvement Programme, while ICT, Mathematics Development, and Leadership Development accompany subject learning to build versatile skills. Campuses provide well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, a library, and diverse sports facilities for track and field, football, basketball, swimming, tennis, and more. Extra-curriculars include Robotics, Choral Group, French, Red Cross, and various clubs, along with community service projects. Chrisland is approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and Lagos State Ministry of Education and holds accreditations with AISA, COBIS, OEQA, NCPSA, and Alliance Française.
The school offers the British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum curriculums. Founded in 1997.
Corona Schools is a Nigerian network of eight co-educational campuses serving nursery through secondary education, with boarding facilities at Corona Secondary School Agbara. The system spans ages 0 to 18, and the Corona Schools Trust Council governs curriculum, libraries, technology, staff quality and facilities across campuses. The nursery uses Montessori methods; the primary curriculum blends Nigerian and international content aligned to the International Primary Curriculum; the secondary curriculum blends Nigerian and British curricula to prepare students for undergraduate study worldwide. Corona Secondary School Agbara is NEASC-accredited. The organization participates in digital transformation and is a Microsoft Showcase/incubator School, with Microsoft Innovative Experts and Microsoft Certified Experts. ACCA Foundation Level is offered to senior students. Languages include Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French and German. Co-curriculars cover performing arts, languages and STEAM initiatives such as Go Techy. The network has 668 staff and about 35,000 students, celebrating 70 years, with libraries, technology and infrastructure.
The RiverBank School is a Christian British school in Nigeria for ages 1 to 11. It blends Montessori principles in Nursery with the English National Curriculum, extending to Cambridge Lower Secondary and a two-year Cambridge IGCSE programme for English Language and Literature. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with Key Stage 3 English including the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in Year 9. The campus features facilities to support learning from early years through key stage levels, including playground, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, Library and a Music Room with instruments. The ICT Lab and Science Laboratory (with Chemistry Lab) enable technology and science learning; a language room and ICT resources support digital learning via wowbii, tablets and laptops. Founded in 2009 by Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, it maintains a 12:1 pupil-teacher ratio. Afterschool activities include sports, art, science and technology, with clubs such as Computing/ ICT and Chess.
Greensprings School in Lagos, Nigeria, serves ages 1 to 18 across three campuses in Anthony, Ikoyi and Lekki. It is a co‑educational private international school offering boarding facilities. The curriculum combines Montessori preschool with the British framework (IPC in the primary years, IGCSE in the secondary years) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form. Founded in 1985 as a Montessori nursery, the school now educates over 2,500 pupils across foundation to post‑secondary levels. Each campus houses libraries and modern science spaces; Lekki includes air and sea labs and AR/VR facilities, while Anthony hosts a food and nutrition lab. Sports facilities feature Haraldur Athletic Complex, Hopkins Gymnasium, Ford Athletic Field, plus multiple pitches, courts and pools. Greensprings integrates robotics and AI, including the Next Robotics Legend program, and runs arts events and performances. Boarding is supported by house‑parents, with a community that encourages service, leadership and extracurricular exploration.
Greensprings School in Lagos, Nigeria, serves ages 1 to 18 across three campuses in Anthony, Ikoyi and Lekki. It is a co‑educational private international school offering boarding facilities. The curriculum combines Montessori preschool with the British framework (IPC in the primary years, IGCSE in the secondary years) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form. Founded in 1985 as a Montessori nursery, the school now educates over 2,500 pupils across foundation to post‑secondary levels. Each campus houses libraries and modern science spaces; Lekki includes air and sea labs and AR/VR facilities, while Anthony hosts a food and nutrition lab. Sports facilities feature Haraldur Athletic Complex, Hopkins Gymnasium, Ford Athletic Field, plus multiple pitches, courts and pools. Greensprings integrates robotics and AI, including the Next Robotics Legend program, and runs arts events and performances. Boarding is supported by house‑parents, with a community that encourages service, leadership and extracurricular exploration.
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 Leabridge School offers a blending of British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, and Nigerian Curriculum for learners aged 1 to 11. Situated to accommodate families relocating internationally, the school provides continuity from early years through primary education. The British Curriculum delivers structured subject guidance and progression, while Montessori methods support self-directed learning and hands-on activity in the early years. The Nigerian Curriculum complements the program, aligning with local education standards and assessment practices. The school operates with age-appropriate classroom environments designed to nurture curiosity, collaboration, and independence as students grow from toddler to pre-teen years. With cohorts in early years and primary, families can expect a consistent school community during the critical transition years. The combination aims to provide exposure to diverse pedagogical approaches within a single setting, helping students adapt to different schooling contexts while building confidence to pursue future study pathways. The school welcomes international families seeking stability worldwide.
Greensprings School in Lagos, Nigeria, serves ages 1 to 18 across three campuses in Anthony, Ikoyi and Lekki. It is a co‑educational private international school offering boarding facilities. The curriculum combines Montessori preschool with the British framework (IPC in the primary years, IGCSE in the secondary years) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form. Founded in 1985 as a Montessori nursery, the school now educates over 2,500 pupils across foundation to post‑secondary levels. Each campus houses libraries and modern science spaces; Lekki includes air and sea labs and AR/VR facilities, while Anthony hosts a food and nutrition lab. Sports facilities feature Haraldur Athletic Complex, Hopkins Gymnasium, Ford Athletic Field, plus multiple pitches, courts and pools. Greensprings integrates robotics and AI, including the Next Robotics Legend program, and runs arts events and performances. Boarding is supported by house‑parents, with a community that encourages service, leadership and extracurricular exploration.
Queensland Academy is a Nigerian–British day and boarding school for ages 1 to 16. It offers a blended curriculum that includes EYFS, Montessori, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge Secondary, and Cambridge A Levels, along with a curriculum. The secondary program follows a Nigerian/British IGCSE framework and incorporates Cambridge Checkpoint, WAEC SSCE, and BECE examinations. Founded in 1988 by Mrs. Adenike Lilian Akinyelure, the school began as Queensland Private School and expanded to Lagos campus at 1–5 Ebem-Oha Street, Okota, before evolving into Queensland Academy with a secondary section. The school maintains affiliations with the British Council as an Attached Centre and collaborates with organisations such as Africa Leadership Academy, AISEN, UWC, JAN, AISA, BBI, and APEN. Facilities include classrooms, science laboratories, art and design studios, a library, ICT suites, a food and nutrition lab, and hostels. Sports facilities include a sport ground and a swimming pool, co-curricular activities and excursions.
Living Fountain International School sits in Abuja and offers a Christian, co-educational international experience. The school operates a British-Nigerian incorporated curriculum with a Pre-University program developed in partnership with Canadian Independent College Nigeria to support university placements abroad. The campus provides Crèche, Early Years, Primary, High School, and Pre-University, with day and boarding options and a transportation shuttle service. The curriculum blends British instructional methods with Nigerian context, emphasizing leadership, service and character development as core values. Learning spaces include an ICT suite, a modern library, and fully equipped laboratories enabling practical science and research. The school encourages active involvement in clubs and activities, including music theatre and other performances, sports, and community service. Facilities include a serene campus environment, air-conditioned learning spaces, and a Summer Camp program under Lifestyle and Wellbeing. LFIS strives to raise leaders for global relevance in a supportive, faith-based setting. The school serves families nationwide.
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.
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