The best secondary schools in Nigeria

The best secondary schools in Nigeria


There are many secondary schools in Nigeria, that is why it is not easy to choose, however, we have prepared list of the best secondary schools in Nigeria for you. You will find out the features of each school and their fees. So, read on to make a better choice.


Education in Nigeria is developing rapidly. Secondary education is a voucher to adulthood, an opportunity to get a higher education. That is why the role of secondary schools is extremely important. We have prepared for you the list of top secondary schools in Nigeria their fees and particular features.

The list of secondary schools in Nigeria

1. Dowen College


It is situated in Lekki, Lagos and consists of day and boarding houses. The year of the foundation is 1997, the students can receive here broad and balanced education in a friendly environment. There are computer center, rich library, cultural facilities, and many more.

The fee for boarding students is N2,000,000 per year, and N1,250,000 for day students. The fee includes school uniform, feeding, textbooks and house wear.

2. Chrisland College

The school is located in Egbeda, Lagos. The school is equipped with modern laboratories, air-conditioned classrooms, and many more. The fee is N2,000,000 per year. It can be paid termly or annually.

3. Atlantic Hall secondary school

It was founded in 1989 by the Educational Trust Council. It is full boarding school that is situated close to the Atlantic Ocean in Epe.

There facilities include a medical center, well-equipped laboratories, sports facilities, and many other things required for comfortable and versatile education. The students are involved in many social activities such as talent and dance shows, concerts and film. The fee is N2,270,000.

4. Hillcrest School

This is Christian School with an American model of education. It was founded in 1942 as a school for missionary children. There are three parts of a school: elementary, middle, and high school. Most graduates of the school are admitted into North American universities. The school is situated in Jos and the fee is N2,650,000.

5. Loyola Jesuit College


It is classical secondary school. It was opened in 1996 in Abuja, as a full boarding school. The fee is N2,800,000.

6. Greensprings School

The school was opened in 1985 in Anthony, Lagos. The fee for boarding students is N3,185,200 per year and it includes textbooks, tuition, and school uniforms.

7. Whiteplains British School

This is a school of British education style for the students between the age of 2 to 18 years. There is also an ability to get a university education. The fee is N3.6 million per year.

8. Day Waterman College


It is boarding school with an exciting learning environment for the students from 11 – 16 years old. It is situated in Ogun State, Nigeria. Outstanding quality equipment and facilities have been provided to create the best atmosphere for studying. The fee is N3.7 million per year.

9. Lekki British International School


One of the top private secondary schools in Nigeria. It was established in 2000. The school has an international standard studying environment, with well-equipped laboratories, air-conditioned classrooms, theater room, and internet-connected computers. The fee is N4,000,300 per session.

10. British International School, Lagos

It was organized as multinational English secondary school in 2001. There are music suites, multi-purpose hall, theater, science suites, computer suites, and many more, the fee is N4,480,000 for a year, this price includes all school services.