Funtaj International School

Abuja, Nigeria. The school operates across three campuses: Asokoro, Gudu, and Kafe.

Early Years; Primary; Secondary.

Private international school with both boarding and day programs.

Nigeria; follows the Nigerian Curriculum and the New National Curriculum of England.

The curriculum is an internationally enhanced British-style education built around three interconnected components: knowledge in key learning areas, generic skills, and values and attitudes. It is based on the Nigerian Curriculum and the New National Curriculum of England with modifications to meet the needs of international students. The British system provides a broad education that enables pupils to move to other English-speaking countries with confidence. The aims for all students include an all-round education with high standards of academic achievement and a broad range of academic skills and knowledge, including speaking, listening, literacy and numeracy. Personal Social Health Education and careers guidance are delivered through the pastoral system, assemblies, tutor time and extra-curricular activities. Final examinations include WAEC/NECO, JAMB, IGCSE and IELTS, with IGCSE offering access to many world universities including those in the UK and USA, and IELTS supporting study in the UK.

Final examinations include WAEC/NECO, which certificates allow students to apply to Nigerian public and private universities. JAMB examinations are set in February and qualify candidates for Nigerian universities. IGCSE examinations, available to Year 11, are accredited by the Cambridge International Examination Board and provide access to many world universities including the UK and USA. IELTS is taken in Year 12 at various locations in Abuja and is required for study in the UK.

WAEC/NECO certificates enable applications to Nigerian public and private universities. JAMB qualifications enable entry to Nigerian universities. IGCSE opens access to many world universities, including those in the UK and USA. IELTS is recognised for English-language study in the UK.

The International Primary Curriculum (IPC) provides a thematic approach to teaching and learning; English Literacy and Numeracy frameworks are taught alongside the IPC; ICT is central to the learning process; a broad co-curricular programme and education outside the classroom provide a holistic education for your child.

Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) and careers guidance are delivered through the pastoral system, assemblies and tutor time, house meetings, curriculum study, and a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

1. Funtaj International School accepts children without discrimination of sex, religion, race or nationality. Admission is determined by the Head of School with input from the teaching staff, based on the potential of the applicant to benefit from the educational services, the capacity of the school to meet the applicant's educational needs, and the availability of places. Applications for admission for the current school year are considered in order of priority and date of application, as places become available. The final decision rests with the Head of School.
2. Students are assigned to instructional groups primarily on the basis of age. However, factors such as previous records, measured aptitude and achievement, physical and emotional development, and other relevant details are also considered. The school uses these considerations to place students appropriately. The final placement decision rests with the Head of School.
3. A six-week trial period in the class to which the student is assigned is mandatory. This trial allows staff to assess how well the student engages with the class and the school's program. Families should plan for the trial as part of the admissions process. Acceptance is contingent on the trial and availability of places.
4. Entrance ages are aligned with year levels. The age-to-grade alignment includes Little Tots 1-2 years; Playgroup 2-3 years; Nursery 3-4 years; Reception 4-5 years; Primary 1–6 (ages approximately 5–11); JSS 1–3 (ages approximately 11–14); SS 1–3 (ages approximately 14–17).
5. The School requires student records from the applicant's previous school to be in English or translated into English before acceptance. Records include reports, transcripts, results of standardised tests, and any counsellor or psychologist reports. The school provides a checklist for these records. The School reserves the right to contact the previous school prior to acceptance.
6. A standardised entrance test in English and Maths is given to applicants. The School reserves the right to deny admission or re-enrolment if admission would not be in the best interest of the applicant or the School. The School reserves the right to postpone admission if a class is full, in which case the applicant is placed on a waiting list. Qualified applicants are admitted in order of date of application, subject to priorities.
7. Late Admissions: A student may be admitted to the School at any time during the school year if places are available. Admissions are subject to space in the relevant class and the standard admission process. Decisions may be made promptly to accommodate late entrants.
8. New Applicants: When the Enrolment Contract is signed and subsequently cancelled after the published deadlines for withdrawal for each term, the Application Form Fee of 10,000 Nigerian Naira per student, as well as the first term's fees, are due in full. If cancellation occurs before the withdrawal deadline, only the acceptance fee is due and any tuition already paid will be reimbursed. These rules apply throughout the calendar year.
9. Enrolled Attending Students: Notice of withdrawal must be received in writing by the deadlines. If deadlines are not adhered to, the following term's fees become due in full. The deadlines are: end of the first term (December) by September 30; end of the second term (March) by January 15; end of the third term (June) by March 31.
10. The Application Process: Start Online Application; Begin the online application; fill the form and upload the necessary documents; review before submission; submit; participate in an interview and receive the final decision.

12. Scholarships: Yes. Applications for Scholarships are made using the appropriate form available from Administration.

11. Waitlist: If a class is full, admission may be postponed and the applicant placed on a waiting list. Qualified applicants are admitted in order of date of application, subject to the school's priorities.