Top 10 Best Private Schools in Kano (2025)
Kano is home to outstanding private schools known for academic excellence, modern facilities, and holistic student development. Here are the 10 best private secondary schools in Kano for 2025.
Highlight: These schools lead the way in national exams, student achievement, and campus amenities.
1. Nigerian Turkish International College (NTIC)
The state’s top-performing school—rigorous curriculum, modern labs, consistent success in WAEC/NECO
2. International School, Kano (ISK)
Offers dual Nigerian and international curriculum; strong performance in global exams with modern facilities
3. Crescent International School, Kano
Top-ranked day and boarding school focused on excellence across academics, arts, and sports
4. Kadifa International School
Offers an integrated curriculum with high standards in technology and exam performance
5. Premier International School
From creche to secondary, emphasizing strong foundation, leadership and modern teaching
6. Lufaloy Schools
High academic standards, modern facilities, and moral excellence
7. Excel College, Kano
Blends modern and Islamic education, strong results in national exams
8. Kano Capital School
Long-standing reputation since 1963, with solid performance and facilities
9. St. Louis Secondary School
Prestigious girls’ Catholic boarding school known for academic rigor and moral grounding
10. Hassan Ibrahim Gwarzo Secondary School
Strong STEM focus with disciplined academic environment and boarding facilities
Why These Schools Stand Out
- Consistent high scores in WAEC and NECO
- Modern learning infrastructure including labs and libraries
- Balanced blend of academic rigour and extracurricular activities
- Diverse curricula with strong moral and disciplinary frameworks
Note: We recommend visiting each school, reviewing their exam performance, and considering your child’s needs before choosing.
