See the most expensive primary schools in Lagos 

Education has long held a central place in Nigerian households, not just as a social good but as one of the most significant family expenses.

Data from the National Bureau of Statistics consistently shows that education ranks among the top categories of household expenditure.

Even amid rising inflation and cost-of-living pressures, parents continue to prioritise school fees, often making financial trade-offs to secure what they believe is the best possible start for their children.

For many families, primary education is not an area to compromise. It is where the intellectual foundation of a child is first built, values are shaped, and curiosity is nurtured.

In Lagos, most parents are leaning towards premium private schools with smaller class sizes, international curricula, and a better learning environment.

The cost of accessing this “best start” in low-cost private schools may be as little as N50,000 to N150,000 per term; high-end institutions now command between N900,000 and millions of Naira per term.

These fees often go beyond tuition, critical thinking, digital awareness, and structured extracurricular activities designed to support well-rounded development from an early age.

Methodology 

This report draws on tuition data obtained from official school websites and direct responses from schools contacted by Nairametrics. Only schools with clear, accessible fee information or confirmed figures were included.

Here are the most expensive primary schools in Lagos in 2026 

Corona School, Ikoyi – N3 million 

Corona School Ikoyi is one of Lagos’ long-standing private primary schools, located in Ikoyi, and part of the wider Corona Schools network known for delivering premium early education in Nigeria.

The school caters to children at the foundational level, offering a structured curriculum that blends the Nigerian and British systems, with a focus on building strong literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills from an early stage

Established in 1960, Corona School Ikoyi has over six decades of educational experience and is widely regarded as one of the more established names in Nigeria’s private primary education space.

Pupils are prepared for a smooth transition into top secondary schools in Nigeria and internationally, supported by a curriculum designed to meet both local and global academic standards.

They are exposed to digital literacy and coding, project-based learning, emotional intelligence and life skills, as well as global citizenship education.

Tuition for Corona School Ikoyi is estimated at about N3 million per year, excluding additional costs such as uniforms, extracurricular activities, and other fees.

Christland School Opebi- N3.1 million 

Christland School is part of the Chrisland Schools network, located in Opebi, Ikeja, offering both primary and secondary education with a focus on structured academic development and discipline.

The school operates a child-centred approach, focusing on self-discovery and personal development by giving individual attention to each pupil. Learning is built around three key areas: cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.

Students are prepared for progression into top secondary schools, supported by a curriculum aligned with both national and global academic standards.

Tuition at Christland School, Opebi, is about N1.3 million per term for primary school, with subsequent terms around N900,000, bringing the total annual tuition to N3.1 million.

Greensprings School –N4.5 million

Greensprings School is a leading British international school in Lagos, with campuses in Anthony. The school also has other branches in Lekki and Ikoyi, offering premium education from early years through to secondary level.

Established as part of Greensprings School in 1985, the institution has grown into one of the more recognised international schools in Nigeria, known for its structured and globally aligned approach to education.

At the elementary level, the school runs the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), a child-centred system that encourages pupils to take responsibility for their learning through activities such as research, collaboration, and interactive classroom work.

The elementary school caters to children aged 5 to 10, focusing on building strong foundations in reading, communication, and problem-solving during the early years.

Tuition for Greensprings Elementary School is estimated at around N3 million – N4.5 million per year, depending on the class.

Avi-Cenna International School -N4.5 million

Avi-Cenna International School is a co-educational British curriculum school located in GRA, Ikeja, serving both Nigerian and expatriate families seeking an international standard of education from pre-school through to secondary level.

The school operates a broad and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, designed to support pupils across different learning needs while promoting intellectual, moral, physical, and social development from the primary stage.

Pupils are taught core subjects in line with UK standards and sit the Key Stage 2 SAT examinations at the end of Year 6, allowing them to benchmark their performance against peers in England and other British international schools globally.

Annual tuition at Avi-Cenna International School is estimated at about N3.3 million, with fees reaching around N4.5 million depending on the class, excluding additional costs.

Meadow Hall- N4.9 million 

Meadow Hall Junior School is a co-educational primary school located in Lekki, forming part of the Meadow Hall education network established in 2002.

The curriculum is a blend of the British and Nigerian systems, designed to ensure a smooth transition from early years into secondary education, while building strong foundations in core academic areas and essential life skills.

Meadow Hall focuses on developing the total child through a mix of academic and extracurricular activities, alongside tailored learning support through its Special Education Needs unit to meet individual pupil needs.

Beyond academics, Meadow Hall places emphasis on pastoral care, guidance, and character development, helping pupils build confidence, self-worth, and leadership skills from an early stage.

Tuition at Meadow Hall Junior School is N3.8 million to N4.3 million annually for returning students, depending on the year group, excluding additional costs. For new students, fees are about N4.4 to N4.9 million depending on the class.

Grange School- N5million

Grange School Lagos is a long-established British international school located in GRA, Ikeja.

The school was founded in 1958 by British expatriates to deliver education of the same standard as what is obtainable in the United Kingdom, and has since grown into one of the leading British curriculum schools in the country.

The school operates a UK National Curriculum, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, computing, and creative subjects, alongside project-based learning and critical thinking development.

Tuition at Grange School varies by year group, with annual fees for primary pupils ranging from N2.9 million for Years 1 and 2, N4 million for Years 3 to 5, and N4.3 million for Year 6, while new students pay up to N5 million (additional fees inclusive).

British International Junior School, Lagos- N8 million 

British International Junior School, Lagos, is a premium primary school located in Ikoyi, offering a British-style education tailored to early years and primary pupils within a structured international learning environment.

The school combines two curricula, the British National Curriculum (NC) and the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum (CAIE). Building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking, while supporting early academic confidence and independence among pupils.

Tuition for British International Junior School is N7.09 million per year for Year 4, excluding lunch and additional fees, bringing the total to approximately N8.69 million annually.

For Year 2, tuition is about N6.47 million excluding extras, and about N8.07 million inclusive of additional costs.

St. Saviour’s School, Ikoyi – N10.6million 

St. Saviour’s School, Ikoyi, is an international primary school located on Alexander Avenue in Ikoyi, Lagos, known for delivering a British-style education.

Founded in 1951 by prominent members of the Nigerian and British communities in Lagos, the school is rooted in the Anglican Christian tradition.

It operates the English National Curriculum, with a strong focus on personalised learning. Its high staff-to-pupil ratio allows teachers to pay close attention to each child’s individual learning style, ensuring pupils build solid foundations in literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking.

Beyond academics, the school integrates values such as respect, tolerance, and global awareness into its curriculum, helping pupils develop emotional intelligence and social responsibility alongside their studies.

Tuition at St. Saviour’s School, Ikoyi, is approximately N3,544,587 per term, bringing the total annual fee to about N10.6 million.

Lycée Français Louis Pasteur- N11.9 million 

Lycée Français Louis Pasteur is a French international school located in Victoria Island, offering a globally recognised education within the French academic system.

The school provides continuous education from nursery through primary and secondary levels, following the official French curriculum approved by the French Ministry of Education, with a strong emphasis on language development and critical thinking.

Established in 1958, the school is part of a global network of French institutions and has built a long-standing reputation for delivering multilingual and internationally aligned education in Nigeria.

At Lycée Français Louis Pasteur, French is the primary language of instruction, with English taught as a core subject and additional languages like German, Spanish and Arabic offered as options

Tuition for primary school (Years 1–6) is €7,525 per year.

Abraham Lincoln American Academy-N14.5 million 

Abraham Lincoln American Academy is a private international school located on Victoria Island, offering an American-style education to children at the foundational and early learning stages.

The Lagos campus opened in 2023, expanding from its Abuja roots, and caters to pupils from early childhood through elementary and middle school levels, typically between ages 1 and 14.

The school operates a U.S. curriculum, designed to build strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also encouraging problem-solving, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences.

Students are taught in a structured environment that combines academic instruction with activities such as sports, performing arts, and leadership development, to build both intellectual and social growth from an early stage.

Tuition for Abraham Lincoln American Academy is around $10,500 annually for Grades 6–8, with a non-refundable application fee of $100.

Netherlands International School Lagos- N15.9 million

The Netherlands International School Lagos is a multicultural primary school located in Ikoyi, Lagos, with roots in Dutch international education.

The school caters to children between ages 4 and 10, offering a blend of Dutch, British, and international curricula designed to support early academic development in both English and Dutch language streams.

Founded in 1967, the school operates as a not-for-profit institution, providing a close-knit learning environment that brings together pupils from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

Tuition for the Netherlands International School Lagos is €10,000 annually. The school also has provision for naira fee of N3 million. The school also charges a one-time enrolment fee of €5,000.

Charterhouse Lagos- N23 million

Charterhouse Lagos is part of the Charterhouse family of schools, a prestigious group rooted in the historic Charterhouse School in Surrey, England, which was founded in 1611 by Thomas Sutton and has educated generations of leaders over more than 400 years.

The Lagos campus, located at Ogombo Road in Ajah, was opened in September 2024 as the first British independent school in West Africa

The school offers both day and boarding options, with boarding available from Year 5. The tuition fees for Year 1 are N23,000,000 year5 N26,000,000 per annum.

In addition to tuition, full boarding costs N7 million per annum. An application fee of N2 million, which is non-refundable, is also required.

American International School of Lagos- N38.7 million

American International School of Lagos is a private, non-profit international school located in Victoria Island, serving pupils from early childhood through Grade 12.

The school offers a standards-based American and international curriculum, with its primary programme covering Kindergarten to Grade 5 and focused on developing inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a structured learning environment.

Established in 1964, the school has grown into one of the most recognised international schools in Nigeria, with a diverse student body drawn from over 50 nationalities and a strong global academic orientation.

Pupils are prepared for globally recognised qualifications, including the American High School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, positioning them for university placements in the US, UK, and other top destinations worldwide.

Tuition for the American International School of Lagos is $21,700 annually for Primary 1 and around $28,000 for Primary 3, subject to review in the next academic session. The school also charges an application fee of $150.