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Funtaj International School

Nigeria, Abuja

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Admissions

How to apply, waitlist information, and financial support

Admissions Process

1. Funtaj International School accepts children without discrimination of sex, religion, race or nationality. Admission is determined by the Head of School with input from the teaching staff, based on the potential of the applicant to benefit from the educational services, the capacity of the school to meet the applicant's educational needs, and the availability of places. Applications for admission for the current school year are considered in order of priority and date of application, as places become available. The final decision rests with the Head of School.
2. Students are assigned to instructional groups primarily on the basis of age. However, factors such as previous records, measured aptitude and achievement, physical and emotional development, and other relevant details are also considered. The school uses these considerations to place students appropriately. The final placement decision rests with the Head of School.
3. A six-week trial period in the class to which the student is assigned is mandatory. This trial allows staff to assess how well the student engages with the class and the school's program. Families should plan for the trial as part of the admissions process. Acceptance is contingent on the trial and availability of places.
4. Entrance ages are aligned with year levels. The age-to-grade alignment includes Little Tots 1-2 years; Playgroup 2-3 years; Nursery 3-4 years; Reception 4-5 years; Primary 1–6 (ages approximately 5–11); JSS 1–3 (ages approximately 11–14); SS 1–3 (ages approximately 14–17).
5. The School requires student records from the applicant's previous school to be in English or translated into English before acceptance. Records include reports, transcripts, results of standardised tests, and any counsellor or psychologist reports. The school provides a checklist for these records. The School reserves the right to contact the previous school prior to acceptance.
6. A standardised entrance test in English and Maths is given to applicants. The School reserves the right to deny admission or re-enrolment if admission would not be in the best interest of the applicant or the School. The School reserves the right to postpone admission if a class is full, in which case the applicant is placed on a waiting list. Qualified applicants are admitted in order of date of application, subject to priorities.
7. Late Admissions: A student may be admitted to the School at any time during the school year if places are available. Admissions are subject to space in the relevant class and the standard admission process. Decisions may be made promptly to accommodate late entrants.
8. New Applicants: When the Enrolment Contract is signed and subsequently cancelled after the published deadlines for withdrawal for each term, the Application Form Fee of 10,000 Nigerian Naira per student, as well as the first term's fees, are due in full. If cancellation occurs before the withdrawal deadline, only the acceptance fee is due and any tuition already paid will be reimbursed. These rules apply throughout the calendar year.
9. Enrolled Attending Students: Notice of withdrawal must be received in writing by the deadlines. If deadlines are not adhered to, the following term's fees become due in full. The deadlines are: end of the first term (December) by September 30; end of the second term (March) by January 15; end of the third term (June) by March 31.
10. The Application Process: Start Online Application; Begin the online application; fill the form and upload the necessary documents; review before submission; submit; participate in an interview and receive the final decision.

Waitlist

11. Waitlist: If a class is full, admission may be postponed and the applicant placed on a waiting list. Qualified applicants are admitted in order of date of application, subject to the school's priorities.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

12. Scholarships: Yes. Applications for Scholarships are made using the appropriate form available from Administration.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees NGN 750,000 - 900,000
Ages 1 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
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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.

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