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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French
Typical class size 24
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Hillcrest School Jos is a K–12 international Christian school delivering an American curriculum for students aged 5 to 18. The campus is located in the center of Jos and offers day and boarding options, with Pineview and Heckman Hostel for students in grades five through twelve, where hostel parents provide guardianship and foster spiritual development. The school organizes Elementary (Kindergarten–5th), Middle (6th–8th), and High School (9th–12th), with Advanced Placement courses across science, math, social studies, languages, and the arts, including AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP French Language, AP English Literature, AP US History, and AP World History, to prepare students for higher education. MAP Growth Testing is used for growth measurement in grades 1–10, and PSAT/SAT preparation supports college admissions. A library backs the curriculum, and facilities include an outdoor basketball court, a 5-a-side artificial football field, and two full football fields. Extracurriculars cover athletics, the arts, music, and service, reflecting a Christ-centered mission.
Hillcrest School Jos has 315 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.
Location
13 Old Bukuru Road, Jos, Plateau State 930271. The school is located near the center of Jos on a plateau in central Nigeria. Jos is connected to the rest of Nigeria by major motor roads and a small modern airport. The climate is mild year-round with a rainy season (April–September) and a dry season (October–March).
Stages
K–12, Elementary (Kindergarten–5th), Middle (6th–8th), High School (9th–12th).
Type
Private not-for-profit day and boarding school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Majority Nigerian; expatriate students make up a good portion.
Country affiliation
United States (American curriculum).
Religious affiliation
Christian
Fees
Annual tuition at Hillcrest School Jos ranges from up to NGN 2,625,000 for 2026/27.
Overview (academic year reference) Detailed line‑item fees for the 2026/27 academic year are not published publicly. The following summary presents the school's published billing practice and the best-available fee figures reported for the 2025/26 session and recent market listings; where the school does not publish a specific amount, that fact is stated.
Application / Registration fees - Application forms are sold at enrollment; the exact application/registration fee amount is not published by the school. Expect a non‑refundable application or registration charge at the time of submitting forms.
Tuition fees (day pupils and boarding pupils) — summary by billing period - The school does not publish a detailed per‑grade fee table publicly. Parents should expect termly billing as the normal practice; third‑party market listings place typical annual tuition for Hillcrest School, Jos in a range commonly reported between approximately ₦2,650,000 and ₦4,000,000 per year, with corresponding termly ranges commonly reported from about ₦300,000 to ₦700,000 per term depending on year group and whether boarding is included. These figures are market estimates compiled from recent school‑market reporting. - Typical breakdown used by comparable schools (how to read the numbers): if a school quotes ₦2,700,000 per year, this commonly equates to three termly bills around ₦900,000 each; if a source gives a termly range (for example ₦300,000–₦700,000) that range reflects variation by division (nursery/primary vs secondary) and whether boarding or day fees apply. Hillcrest does not publish a grade‑by‑grade term or annual schedule on its public pages.
Boarding fees and boarding charges - Hillcrest operates an on‑campus hostel (Pineview Hostel) for students in grades 5–12; the school states that the boarding fee covers housing, meals, laundry, and basic utilities. The school does not publish a public boarding‑fee figure or the boarding deposit amount. Market listings indicate that full boarding at comparable premium schools in the region is substantially higher than day tuition and may add several hundred thousand to multiple million naira per year depending on level; however, Hillcrest's specific boarding fee must be confirmed directly with the school.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing cadence: the school uses quarterly/termly billing cycles (events such as “Fourth Quarter Fees Due” appear on the school calendar), and payment plans are offered through the business office. Parents typically choose between full annual payment or a termly/quarterly payment schedule as allowed by the business office. Late‑payment consequences and exact due dates are set by the school's billing office.
Other required costs and common additional charges - Uniforms: a school Uniform Store operates on campus; uniforms may also be purchased from recommended suppliers. Expect to budget for full‑set uniforms and seasonal replacements. - Textbooks, workbooks and learning materials: these are typically charged either as a separate school materials fee or purchased by parents; not itemized publicly by the school. - Extracurricular / activity fees, examination fees, and trip charges: these are commonly charged in addition to base tuition by grade and activity; specific amounts are not published publicly for Hillcrest. - Boarding deposit / caution fee: many schools charge a refundable boarding deposit; Hillcrest's public materials do not publish a boarding deposit amount.
Refunds and deposit policies - No public, detailed refund policy or full fee‑refund schedule is published on the school's general FAQ or public pages. Where refundable caution/deposit arrangements exist at comparable schools, they are handled via the business office on withdrawal; Hillcrest does not publish those terms publicly.
Accepted payment methods and payment processing - The school's online presence indicates use of a FACTS/RENWEB family portal and FACTS tuition services for parent billing and account access; payment plans are available through the business office. Common payment channels used by schools that use FACTS include bank transfer, direct debit / ACH, and card payments processed through the tuition‑management service, but the school's public materials instruct that payment arrangements and exact accepted methods are set by the business office.
Practical guidance for budgeting (parent focus) - If you are budgeting now, plan for: an application/registration charge at enrollment; termly tuition in the market ranges shown above (plan conservatively toward the upper end if you require boarding); uniform costs, textbooks and exam/activity extras; and a possible boarding deposit if you choose the hostel. The school indicates that payment plans are offered, which can spread tuition over the billing cycle.
Key facts in brief (bullet summary) - Application/registration fee: charged; amount not published. - Tuition: detailed grade‑by‑grade fees are not published; recent market reports place annual tuition commonly between roughly ₦2.65 million and ₦4.0 million, with termly estimates ~₦300k–₦700k depending on division and boarding status. - Boarding: Pineview Hostel operates for grades 5–12; boarding fee amount not published. - Billing: termly/quarterly billing typical; payment plans available via the business office. - Other costs: uniform, textbooks, extracurricular or trip fees and possible boarding deposit; amounts not published. - Refunds: no public, detailed refund policy published.
If you require exact, current 2026/27 numeric line items by grade (per‑term and per‑year), the school's publicly posted materials do not provide that level of detail for the 2026/27 session; the figures above reflect the best available published market information for 2025/26 and recent reporting.
Academics
Hillcrest School Jos teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Hillcrest School is a K–12 international Christian school using an American curriculum. It is organized into Elementary School (Kindergarten–5th grade), Middle School (6th–8th grade), and High School (9th–12th grade). High School offers Advanced Placement courses to challenge students and prepare them for higher education. The curriculum emphasizes Christ-centered academic excellence, intellectual growth, and personal development through dedicated teachers in a supportive learning community. MAP Growth Testing is used for growth measurement for grades 1–10, and PSAT/SAT preparation supports college admissions.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.
Exam Results
SAT and PSAT standardized tests constitute an essential part of students' preparation for higher education. PSAT testing begins in 8th grade and continues through 11th grade. In the spring of the junior year, all students take the SAT, with retake opportunities in senior year. Our students perform well in the SAT, with a large majority scoring over 1100.
Higher Education Progression
AP courses prepare students for higher education. SAT/PSAT preparation supports college admissions.
Wellbeing
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Staff must speak and write English fluently.
Mental Wellbeing
Hillcrest School provides an emotionally safe environment for students and offers regular student protection training for all staff and volunteers to safeguard students. A Student Protection Policy guides safeguarding practices.
Safeguarding
Hillcrest School takes seriously its responsibility to protect students and to create a safe and positive environment for them to grow. It is never acceptable for any child to experience abuse of any kind. All employees have a responsibility to implement and follow the Student Protection Policy. The school provides regular and adequate Student Protection Training for all staff and volunteers and maintains clear procedures for concerns about possible abuse. If you have experienced or witnessed harm, you can contact the confidential email SPO at spo@hillcrestschool.net.
Admissions
Admissions
Hillcrest uses an American curriculum and is open to all parents who desire a Christian school setting and who meet admissions requirements. The school has three categories of students: General, Ministry-A (children of cooperating bodies), and Ministry-B (children of affiliate status, sponsored by a cooperating body). Hillcrest accepts continuous enrollment at any time of the year, with starting at the beginning of the school year or before the second semester often easier; continuous enrollment will be reviewed to ensure the school can meet the child's academic needs. Age requirements: Kindergarten requires five years old before October 1 of the attendance year; Grade 1 requires six years old before October 1; the same process applies to higher grades, with transfers age-matched. Admission is contingent upon following the admissions procedure, the applicant passing an entrance exam and interview, space availability in the target class, and final acceptance by the Hillcrest Board of Governors. Entrance test scores, prior school records, and interviews determine the student's ability, and interviews with the appropriate grade-level admissions committee inform recommendations regarding admissions. The admissions procedure includes: (1) admissions forms going on sale before parental interviews, with a non-refundable form fee of 50,000 Nigerian Naira; required documents include two current passport photos, birth certificate, international passport, official school records for the past two years, one photocopy of all documents, and a completed current Hillcrest school medical form; (2) forms and documents due by the designated date; (3) parents may book appointments for parental interviews with the Admissions Secretary; (4) after the documents and interview, applicants are invited to sit for the entrance exams. Online admissions applications are available to start the process, with the applicant submitting the application and medical form to the Admissions Secretary as instructed.
FAQs
What age range does Hillcrest School Jos serve?
Hillcrest School Jos serves students aged 5-18, with approximately 315 students.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Hillcrest School is a K–12 international Christian school using an American curriculum. It is organized into Elementary School (Kindergarten–5th grade), Middle School (6th–8th grade), and High School (9th–12th grade). High School offers Advanced Placement courses to challenge students and prepare.
Where is the school located?
13 Old Bukuru Road, Jos, Plateau State 930271. The school is located near the center of Jos on a plateau in central Nigeria. Jos is connected to the rest of Nigeria by major motor roads and a small modern airport. The climate is mild year-round with a rainy season (April–September) and a dry season
What are the exam results?
SAT and PSAT standardized tests constitute an essential part of students' preparation for higher education. PSAT testing begins in 8th grade and continues through 11th grade. In the spring of the junior year, all students take the SAT, with retake opportunities in senior year. Our students perform w
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Hillcrest School is a K-12 international Christian school with an American curriculum. It is organized into Elementary School (Kindergarten–5th grade), Middle School (6th–8th grade), and High School (9th–12th grade). The school offers Advanced Placement courses to challenge and prepare students for
How do I apply?
Hillcrest uses an American curriculum and is open to all parents who desire a Christian school setting and who meet admissions requirements. The school has three categories of students: General, Ministry-A (children of cooperating bodies), and Ministry-B (children of affiliate status, sponsored by a
What are the school facilities like?
Hillcrest School is a K-12 international Christian school with an American curriculum located near the center of Jos. The campus includes Pineview and Heckman Hostel for students in grades five through twelve, with hostel parents acting as guardians and fostering spiritual development. The library s
When was the school founded?
Hillcrest School Jos was founded in 1942.
What is the school community like?
Community life at Hillcrest is active through Student Life and school events. StuCo plans and carries out projects to maintain and improve the student body, the school's facilities, and services to th
