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British Nigerian Academy

Secular, Founded 2008

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender
15:1Student : teacher

Accreditations

Languages

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British Nigerian Academy is a co-educational British day and boarding school in Abuja that provides a comprehensive educational journey from Early Years through to secondary school. It is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that also offers the University Foundation Programme to prepare students for higher education.

Teaching approach

British Nigerian Academy is a co-educational institution that aims to nurture well-rounded individuals into responsible citizens of a global society. It focuses on character formation, creativity, and courage, combining British educational standards with Nigerian values to prepare students for global success.

Programmes

The school delivers a blended curriculum incorporating British, Nigerian, and International Baccalaureate (IB) frameworks. The academic structure spans the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary School, and Secondary School (Junior and Senior), culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and a University Foundation Programme. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, project-based learning, and STEM subjects, including coding and robotics.

Student support

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Learning support

The school emphasizes personalized learning with an average class size ratio of 15:1 to ensure individual attention. For students requiring extra help in English, Mathematics, or Science, the school provides booster and intervention classes to enhance academic performance.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does British Nigerian Academy offer?
British Nigerian Academy offers British EYFS and IB Diploma.
What accreditations does British Nigerian Academy hold?
British Nigerian Academy holds accreditations including IB.
Is British Nigerian Academy co-educational?
British Nigerian Academy is a co-ed school.
Where is British Nigerian Academy located?
British Nigerian Academy is an international school in Abuja, Nigeria.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school accepts applications from Creche through to SS2, with admissions to JS3 and SS3 handled via special request. The process involves the purchase of an admission form, followed by an entrance examination covering English, Mathematics, and General Science, alongside an oral discussion to assess language skills. Scholarship opportunities are available for high-performing students, offering tuition discounts based on examination results.

Calendar

The school operates on a standard academic session, with three entrance examinations held annually on dates announced to parents and via social media. The school day runs from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Facilities

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About the campus

Located on a 10-hectare campus within the Prince and Princess Estate, the school is designed to accommodate up to 1,000 students. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized learning spaces for STEM, coding, and robotics, as well as boarding facilities for students.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a range of co-curricular and extracurricular activities designed to support personal growth and leadership development. These include STEM education, coding, robotics, creative arts, and various sports. Students are also encouraged to participate in community service and CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) activities.

  • Uchenna Adeyinka
    Uchenna AdeyinkaPrincipal

    Uchenna Adeyinka serves as the Principal and Head of School at the British Nigerian Academy. She is dedicated to fostering an environment of intellectual growth, creativity, and character development, emphasizing personalized learning and a diverse, inclusive curriculum.

  • Ezekiel Stephen
    Ezekiel StephenVice Principal Academy

    Ezekiel Stephen serves as the Vice Principal of the Academy.

  • Daramola Grace Busayo
    Daramola Grace BusayoHead of Administration

    Daramola Grace Busayo holds the position of Head of Administration.

  • Babatunde Adedayo
    Babatunde AdedayoHead of Boarding

    Babatunde Adedayo serves as the Head of Boarding.

  • Muideen Ejiwumi
    Muideen EjiwumiHead of ICT & Records Department

    Muideen Ejiwumi is the Head of the ICT & Records Department.

  • Lucas Gaiya Zatiyok
    Lucas Gaiya ZatiyokExam Officer

    Lucas Gaiya Zatiyok serves as the Exam Officer.

  • Adebowale Adeniyi
    Adebowale AdeniyiHead of Mathematics Department

    Adebowale Adeniyi is the Head of the Mathematics Department.

  • Tsadu Yahya M.
    Tsadu Yahya M.Head of Science Department

    Tsadu Yahya M. serves as the Head of the Science Department.

  • Udeme Edidiong Mbong
    Udeme Edidiong MbongHead of Language Department

    Udeme Edidiong Mbong is the Head of the Language Department.

  • Adams Udemeobong John
    Adams Udemeobong JohnHead of Humanities Department

    Adams Udemeobong John serves as the Head of the Humanities Department.