Excellence International School
Founded 2016
Updated July 2026
Cambridge PrimaryAccreditations
Excellence International Schools is a co-educational day and boarding school located in Jalingo, Taraba State, offering a balanced education based on a blend of the British and Nigerian curricula. The school aims to provide a supportive environment where students from Nursery to Senior Secondary levels can achieve their maximum potential.
Teaching approach
Established in 2016, the school operates on a child-centered philosophy grounded in the belief that every child can learn and succeed. Its core values, summarized by the acronym PRIDE, emphasize Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence, with a focus on fostering international-mindedness and resilience.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive educational programme spanning Nursery, Primary, Junior Secondary, and Senior Secondary levels. The curriculum is a hybrid of British and Nigerian standards, designed to provide a broad-based learning experience that prepares students for academic success, including participation in Cambridge Checkpoint examinations.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Excellence International School offer?
- Excellence International School offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary.
- Is Excellence International School a day or boarding school?
- Excellence International School is a day and boarding school.
- What accreditations does Excellence International School hold?
- Excellence International School holds accreditations including Cambridge International.
- Where is Excellence International School located?
- Excellence International School is an international school in Jalingo, Nigeria.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Admission is open to prospective students who meet the school's academic, age, health, and disciplinary requirements, as well as those set by the Ministry of Education. Applicants must submit a completed admission form, birth certificate, family and medical history forms, two passport photographs, and the academic results from their previous school. The school caters to both day and boarding students.
Calendar
The school maintains an academic calendar that includes internal assessments and external examinations. Notable past events include Cambridge Checkpoint exams, which the school facilitates as a Cambridge-accredited institution, and leadership development workshops for student prefects.
Facilities
About the campus
Located in Jalingo, the campus features a safe and serene environment equipped with specialized learning spaces. Facilities include dedicated laboratories for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as well as an examination hall and a dining hall to support the needs of both day and boarding students.
Co-curriculars
The school provides a range of extra-curricular activities, including various clubs and societies designed to enhance the student experience. These programmes are intended to complement the academic curriculum and support the development of well-rounded individuals.
