Netherlands International School Lagos (NISL)

The school is committed to 'Learning for Life,' fostering an environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential across social, emotional, creative, intellectual, and physical domains. Its core values include democratic citizenship, global awareness, empathy, resilience, and ethical conduct, aiming to develop independent, open-minded, and responsible global citizens.

The school provides education from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to Year 6. It delivers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), which uses a thematic, cross-curricular approach to teach subjects including art, design technology, geography, history, and science. Additionally, the school offers Nederlandse Taal en Cultuur (NTC) lessons to maintain Dutch language and culture, as well as the SCARF programme for PSHE and RHE.

The school tracks student progress against UK national averages to ensure academic rigour. Graduates from Year 6 typically transition to secondary schools both in Nigeria and overseas, with recent cohorts moving on to diverse international and local educational settings.

The school identifies and supports children with additional educational needs through its assessment framework. Data from assessments, including GL Assessments in English, maths, and science, are used to highlight strengths, identify barriers to learning, and inform teaching strategies to support individual progress.

The school welcomes enquiries from prospective families via its website, where parents can specify their preferred timing for admission, including immediate entry, the next term, or the next academic year. The admissions team manages the enrollment process and provides assistance to families interested in joining the school community.

Located in Ikoyi, Lagos, the campus features a playground area for students. The school environment is designed to be safe, inclusive, and welcoming, serving as a hub for its international community.

The school offers a range of after-school activities designed to complement the academic programme. Students also have opportunities to participate in leadership roles, such as the Student Council, which encourages student voice and involvement in school life.