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Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages French, Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa
Typical class size 24
Strengths Languages, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
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.
Corona Schools has 570 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.
Location
Corona Schools operate across Lagos, Nigeria, with campuses in Gbagada, Ikoyi, Lekki and Victoria Island, and a secondary campus in Agbara, Ogun State. The Central Office is at No. 72 Raymond Njoku, Ikoyi, Lagos. Corona School Ikoyi is at No. 6 Mekunwen Road, off Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi; Corona School Victoria Island is on Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, Victoria Island; Corona Day Nursery Ikoyi is at No. 35 Mobolaji Johnson Avenue, Off Osborne Road, Ikoyi; Corona School Lekki is in Abijo, Ibeju-Lekki.
Stages
Early years (creche/playschool/nursery), primary, and secondary education across campuses.
Type
Co-educational day schools; boarding facilities are available at Corona Secondary School Agbara.
Additional learning support
Learning support is available; there is a department for learning needs and early detection/intervention.
Country affiliation
Nigeria
Bus service
Door-to-door bus service is provided by the school.
Fees
Annual tuition at Corona Schools ranges from NGN 1,500,000 to NGN 2,900,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees — summary by year group (annual and per-term amounts)
- Creche (annual): typical annual tuition falls at the lower end of the school's fee range; estimated annual tuition commonly cited is NGN 1,500,000. Per term: approximately NGN 500,000.
- Playschool / Nursery (annual): NGN 1,500,000 (common figure for nursery/day groups). Per term: approximately NGN 500,000.
- Primary (day) (annual): typical published ranges for Corona primary campuses are NGN 1,500,000 to NGN 2,000,000. Per term: approximately NGN 500,000 to NGN 666,667.
- Secondary (day) (annual): commonly reported annual tuition for day secondary places (Corona Day Secondary) is around NGN 2,550,000. Per term: approximately NGN 850,000.
- Secondary (boarding) — Corona Secondary School, Agbara (annual): commonly reported boarding annual tuition figures appear in the range NGN 2,900,000 to NGN 3,600,000. Per term: approximately NGN 966,667 to NGN 1,200,000. Boarding provision is available at the Agbara campus.
How term and annual amounts are applied
- Fees are billed and collected in advance either per term or per session; parents pay fees before the term/session starts. A full term's notice is required for withdrawal or a term's fees in lieu of notice.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are payable in advance per term or for the full session. Acceptance of admission is confirmed through payment of fees within the school's stated payment window. A full term's notice is required if withdrawing a pupil, otherwise a term's fees must be paid in lieu of notice.
Boarding fees and boarding provisions
- Boarding is offered at Corona Secondary School, Agbara (weekly/boarding options noted). Annual boarding costs reported by independent school-fee listings fall in the NGN 2,900,000–NGN 3,600,000 range; per-term equivalents are shown above. Specific boarding-related extras (beddings, weekend leave arrangements, medical provisions) may carry additional charges assessed by the school.
Other costs and regular additional fees
- Uniforms: the school requires items from an official uniform list. Parents are responsible for purchasing the required uniform items.
- Co-curricular / club fees: some clubs and activity academies carry termly fees; an example club/academy fee level cited in school communications is NGN 40,000 (per term) for paid club activities. Extra-curricular, academy, or specialist activity fees are charged termly alongside school fees when applicable.
- Other possible one-off or recurring costs include examination fees, booklists and stationery, school-provided transport (bus) charges where applicable, lunch/cafeteria plans, and optional paid extracurricular academies. These items are normally listed on the school's fee invoice or payment portal when a pupil is enrolled.
Refunds and withdrawal rules
- A full term's notice is required when withdrawing a pupil; if notice is not provided a term's fees will be charged in lieu of notice. Fees are collected in advance; the school reserves the right to review fees and to apply the stated notice/fee-in-lieu rule on withdrawal.
Fee payment options and accepted channels
- Debit and credit card payments are accepted (online payment gateway available via the school's payment links). The school operates an online payment facility using a payment gateway for card payments.
- Payments may also be made through designated banks and by submitting bank tellers as proof of payment; the school's business office processes and records such payments. Parents are required to submit payment evidence to the business office within the stated acceptance window following enrolment.
Consequences of late or non-payment
- The school applies its published rules for late or non-payment, which can include administrative penalties and the requirement to clear outstanding fees before a pupil is permitted to continue on-site activities. Parents should expect that outstanding fees can affect a pupil's continued enrolment and participation in examinations or school activities.
Notes on variability
- Annual tuition figures vary by campus, by year group, and by whether a pupil is day or boarding. Where a single numeric range is shown above, that range reflects reported fees across Corona campuses and entries published by school-fee information services. Parents should plan for variability between campuses and between day and boarding arrangements.
Academics
Corona Schools teaches Montessori Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 0 to 18.
Curriculum
Nursery Curriculum uses the Montessori method. Primary Curriculum blends Nigerian and international curricula and is aligned with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Secondary Curriculum blends Nigerian and British curricula to equip students for entry to top undergraduate programmes across the world. Corona Secondary School Agbara is NEASC-accredited. ACCA is highlighted as a foundation-level achievement for Nigerian secondary schools. Co-curricular activities include languages such as Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French, and German.
Exam Results
ACCA: Only Nigerian secondary school students pass the ACCA Foundation level.
Higher Education Progression
Secondary Curriculum prepares students for entry to top undergraduate programmes across the world.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Emotional intelligence and life skills are integrated into Corona School Ikoyi's 21st-century learning approach, alongside digital literacy, coding, project-based learning and global citizenship education.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support Room provides targeted support for learners with additional needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers language learning across several languages, including Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French and German.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotional intelligence and life skills are part of the curriculum, supporting students' mental wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Whistleblowing policy covers safeguarding-related concerns, including health and safety, sexual harassment or physical abuse, with reports potentially referred to the police or other authorities.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Age eligibility. Nursery One is for children aged 3 years. Playschool serves children aged 18 months. Creche is for children aged 3 months. 2. Admission forms and fees. Admission forms are available at the business office from the first Monday in February. Application costs are Nursery 15,000 naira; Creche 30,000 naira; Playschool 20,000 naira. 3. Admission tests and interviews. An interview is scheduled for Nursery One. A written test is administered for other classes, followed by an oral interview. 4. Provisional admission letters and forms. Successful candidates receive a provisional Letter of Admission, a Parents' Undertaking and Illness Indemnity forms within one week after the interview. These documents initiate the admission process. The next step is to complete the acceptance by paying the fees. 5. Acceptance and onboarding. Acceptance is communicated by payment of fees in designated banks and tellers submitted to the business office within two weeks. A welcome pack with information on resumption is provided to parents. Tours are conducted on designated Open Days by each school. 6. Transfers and additional notes. Pupils can transfer from one Corona School to another sister school at any time within the school year based on availability of space. Transfers are across all Corona School locations. Tours are available on designated Open Days.
FAQs
What age range does Corona Schools serve?
Corona Schools serves students aged 0-18, with approximately 570 students.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Nursery Curriculum uses the Montessori method. Primary Curriculum blends Nigerian and international curricula and is aligned with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Secondary Curriculum blends Nigerian and British curricula to equip students for entry to top undergraduate programmes across.
How much are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately NGN 1,500,000 to NGN 2,900,000 depending on the year group or programme.
Where is the school located?
Corona Schools operate across Lagos, Nigeria, with campuses in Gbagada, Ikoyi, Lekki and Victoria Island, and a secondary campus in Agbara, Ogun State. The Central Office is at No. 72 Raymond Njoku, Ikoyi, Lagos. Corona School Ikoyi is at No. 6 Mekunwen Road, off Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi; Corona Schoo
What learning support is available?
Learning support is available; there is a department for learning needs and early detection/intervention.
What languages are taught?
French is taught, with learners achieving DELF-PRIM proficiency (2nd, 5th and 9th places in 2023). Corona Schools use Nigerian and International curricula, including the International Primary Curriculum in primary and the British Curriculum in secondary, and have a Language Room to support language
What are the exam results?
ACCA: Only Nigerian secondary school students pass the ACCA Foundation level.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Public Speaking/Literary & Debating develops oral communication and analytical thinking. Model United Nations and Young Writer's Workshop provide platforms for debate, diplomacy, and creative writing. Jolly Phonics/Elocution and Reading support literacy and expressive language across activities. ICT
How do I apply?
1. Age eligibility. Nursery One is for children aged 3 years. Playschool serves children aged 18 months. Creche is for children aged 3 months.
2. Admission forms and fees. Admission forms are available at the business office from the first Monday in February. Application costs are Nursery 15,000 nai
What is the school's approach to wellbeing?
Emotional intelligence and life skills are integrated into Corona School Ikoyi's 21st-century learning approach, alongside digital literacy, coding, project-based learning and global citizenship education.
What are the school facilities like?
The Corona Schools' Trust Council focuses on high-quality education across eight campuses, with emphasis on curriculum, teaching methods, staff quality, libraries, technology, infrastructure, resources, and facilities. Corona is a Microsoft Showcase/incubator School, with Microsoft Innovative Expert
When was the school founded?
Corona Schools was founded in 1955.
What is the school community like?
Corporate social responsibility is organized around four pillars: Community, Enrolment, Training, and Infrastructure. The Out-of-School Initiative began in 2019, sponsoring education for indigent chi
