03. August 2025
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Nigerian Private Schools with IB Diploma Programme
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a globally recognized pre-university curriculum. In Nigeria, only a select number of private schools are authorized to offer it. Below is a list of top Nigerian private schools running the IB Diploma Programme.
Quick Insight: IB is offered mostly in premium international schools in Nigeria and is ideal for students aiming for top global universities.
1. Greensprings School, Lekki and Anthony – Lagos
- One of the few fully authorized IB World Schools in Nigeria.
- Offers PYP (Primary Years), MYP (Middle Years), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP).
2. American International School, Abuja
- Offers the IB Diploma alongside American-style education.
- Prepares students for both North American and global universities.
3. American International School of Lagos (AISL)
- IB-authorized school with strong college prep focus.
- Globally competitive alumni and university placements.
4. Children’s International School (CIS), Lagos
- Offers Cambridge curriculum up to IGCSE, and IB Diploma at Sixth Form.
- Known for excellent academic outcomes and pastoral support.
5. British International School (BIS), Lagos
- Recently introduced the IB Diploma Programme to its Sixth Form.
- Combines British A-Level and IB routes for flexible university entry options.
6. The Centagon International School, Abuja
- Offers the IB Diploma and Cambridge curriculum side by side.
- Small class sizes and international exposure.
7. Lycée Français Louis Pasteur (French School), Lagos
- Offers the IB Diploma Programme in a bilingual French-English environment.
- Ideal for international and multicultural students.
Final Thoughts
The IB Diploma is highly respected worldwide and ideal for students seeking broad-based critical thinking skills and global university access. If you are considering the IB route in Nigeria, these schools provide world-class teaching, facilities, and international recognition.
Note: The IB Diploma Programme is officially regulated by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO). Always check [ibo.org](https://www.ibo.org/programmes/find-an-ib-school/) for the most updated list of IB World Schools in Nigeria.
