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Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
The RiverBank School is a Christian British school in Nigeria for ages 1 to 11. It blends Montessori principles in Nursery with the English National Curriculum, extending to Cambridge Lower Secondary and a two-year Cambridge IGCSE programme for English Language and Literature. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with Key Stage 3 English including the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in Year 9. The campus features facilities to support learning from early years through key stage levels, including playground, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, Library and a Music Room with instruments. The ICT Lab and Science Laboratory (with Chemistry Lab) enable technology and science learning; a language room and ICT resources support digital learning via wowbii, tablets and laptops. Founded in 2009 by Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, it maintains a 12:1 pupil-teacher ratio. Afterschool activities include sports, art, science and technology, with clubs such as Computing/ ICT and Chess.
The RiverBank School has 1,280 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
2, COD Road, RCCG City of David, Oniru Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Located on Victoria Island, Lagos.
Stages
Crèche, Nursery, Primary, Secondary.
Type
The RiverBank School is a Christian British school in Nigeria.
Country affiliation
Nigeria
Religious affiliation
Christian
Fees
Annual tuition at The RiverBank School ranges from NGN 2,500,000 for 2026/27.
Application and registration fees - Application/Admissions pack: NGN 20,000 for Primary and NGN 40,000 for Secondary (paid to obtain and submit the application pack).
Tuition fees (by school level) — published detail not available; observed ranges - The school does not publish a line-by-line tuition schedule by year group on its public admissions pages. Third‑party school-fee listings and market fee surveys for RiverBank School show the following observed ranges for recent sessions: - Termly fee range (observed on third‑party listings): NGN 400,000 to NGN 850,000 per term. - Annual fee estimates (observed in 2025/26 comparative fee summaries): NGN 2,500,000 to NGN 4,500,000 per year (total annual tuition range used by market comparisons). - Because the school's published material does not contain a grade‑by‑grade fee table, parents should treat the figures above as observed market ranges for RiverBank School rather than an itemised fee schedule.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Typical pattern in listings and in the market for comparable Nigerian British‑curriculum independent schools is termly billing (three terms per academic year). Third‑party listings describe RiverBank fees on a termly/semester basis. - The admissions information indicates that, when a place is offered, parents will be required to pay the joining fee and the fees promptly (parents are contacted and asked to pay joining fee and fees as soon as possible). Exact invoice dates, early‑payment discounts, and instalment options are not published on the admissions page.
Boarding fees - RiverBank School is listed as a day school (no boarding provision listed). There are therefore no boarding fees applicable.
Other costs and recurring levies - Common additional charges reported in fee comparisons and market listings include: development levy, PTA (parent teacher association) levy, technology and sports levies, examination fees, textbooks and stationery, uniform, and transport (school bus) where required. These categories are commonly billed in addition to tuition by comparable schools and appear in fee summaries for RiverBank in third‑party comparisons. - Uniforms and school‑branded items are typically required and are usually purchased through the school or an approved supplier; parents should budget for uniform purchase(s) in addition to tuition. (Specific uniform pricing is not published.)
Refunds, deposits and refundable monies - The admissions material requires payment of an application pack fee and states that parents must pay joining fees and fees when offered a place; the school's public admissions pages do not publish a comprehensive refund policy or deposit/refund table. Where a school‑published refund or deposit policy is not available, common practice in the sector is to treat non‑refundable registration or joining fees and to make refundable security/caution deposits explicit in a written fee schedule or agreement. No specific refundable deposit amounts or refund conditions are published on the school's admissions page.
Fee payment options (typical options where school-specific detail is not published) - The RiverBank admissions materials do not publish a detailed set of accepted payment methods. Schools of similar profile and the wider independent‑school sector commonly accept bank transfer, direct deposit, and (where enabled) credit/debit card payments or managed card‑payment services; instalment/direct‑debit options may be offered by some independent schools. Parents should be prepared to pay by bank transfer or the school's invoicing method unless an alternative is specified by the school.
Summary of findings and availability of detailed line‑items - The school's public admissions page explicitly sets the application pack fees (NGN 20,000 Primary; NGN 40,000 Secondary) and describes the admissions process. A detailed, grade‑by‑grade published fee schedule (per year group and per term) and an explicit, published refund policy for the 2026/27 session were not available on the school's public admissions pages at the time of review. Market fee summaries and third‑party school directories list RiverBank School as a day school and show a termly range of NGN 400,000–NGN 850,000 and annual market estimates of approximately NGN 2,500,000–NGN 4,500,000; additional levies and costs (development/PTA/transport/uniform/exam/textbooks) are commonly charged in addition to tuition. Parents requiring an itemised, per‑grade fee table, exact payment deadlines, formal refund terms, or official transport/uniform pricing should obtain the school's formal fee schedule or invoice from the school's admissions/accounts office.
Academics
The RiverBank School teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 1 to 11.
Curriculum
The RiverBank School offers a broad and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. In Key Stage 3, English develops reading, writing, speaking and listening and includes the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in Year 9. The secondary curriculum includes a two-year Cambridge IGCSE programme for English Language and English Literature, with study of non-fiction and literary texts, poetry and a range of writing skills. Reading is supported through broad reading and independent reading development, and ICT and media resources are integrated across subjects. The school provides a well-resourced learning environment including a language room, laptops, interactive whiteboards, wowbii, video clips, PowerPoint presentations and online resources accessible on tablets and laptops.
Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size is 18. Class sizes are kept small to provide a tailored, child-centred and balanced academic experience.
Exam Results
Cambridge Checkpoint results for 2024/2025: English: 98% Outstanding-High and 100% Outstanding to Good; Mathematics: 88% Outstanding-High and 98% Outstanding to Good; Science: 95% Outstanding-High and 100% Outstanding to Good.
Gifted and Talented
A broad range of enrichment activities and clubs are offered to develop talents, including Chess, Robotics/Coding, UN Model, Flow, Swimming, Choir, Ballet, Guitar and other options; enrichment opportunities are led by staff and supported by external providers as described in the enrichment policy.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The RiverBank School provides a safe, calm and caring atmosphere and fosters social and emotional intelligence in students.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Curriculum includes English Language as a subject in the Secondary Curriculum.
Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes developing social and emotional intelligence and well-being within its values framework.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Rolling admissions and student support: Enrolment is conducted on a rolling basis over the academic year and is subject to space availability. Applications are reviewed by the Admissions Officer on an ongoing basis and in order of completion. The admissions team supports applicants from the initial enquiry through the pupil's first day in school, and the process can be adapted to meet family needs. 2. Requirements and application pack: To proceed, purchase an application pack from the Admissions Office. Primary School packs cost ₦20,000 and Secondary School packs cost ₦40,000. Submit the following with the application: a birth certificate (original for sighting), immunisation record (original for sighting), three recent passport photographs, a copy of the current school report, a medical report certified by the issuing physician, and any relevant reports on the pupil's educational background or needs. An informal school tour may be arranged with permission from the Head of School. 3. Entrance assessments: After the application is received, an entrance assessment will be scheduled. EYFS admission may be informal or formal, or a combination, and additional educational or psychological evaluations may be requested to support individual learners. Primary admissions use a written entrance assessment in English, Mathematics, and Science. Secondary admissions use an online CAT4 assessment covering Verbal, Non-verbal, Spatial, and Quantitative Reasoning. The time and venue are communicated to all applicants. A face-to-face interview with the Head of School is mandatory for the pupil and the parents/guardians. 4. Interview and decision: If the pupil meets the required cut-off mark, an interview with the Head of School will be scheduled. Admission may or may not be offered after the interview. 5. Waiting list: If there are no openings available, successful applications are placed on a waiting list. Parents will be contacted as soon as a space becomes available and will have to pay the joining fee and fees as soon as possible. 6. To proceed with the application process, fill the registration form. Click Here To Apply.
Waitlist
If there are no openings, successful applications are placed on a waiting list. Parents will be contacted as soon as a space becomes available and will have to pay the joining fee and fees as soon as possible.
FAQs
What age range does The RiverBank School serve?
The RiverBank School serves students aged 1-11, with approximately 1280 students.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The RiverBank School offers a broad and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. In Key Stage 3, English develops reading, writing, speaking and listening and includes the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in Year 9. The secondary curriculum includes a two-year.
How much are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition is approximately NGN 2,500,000.
Where is the school located?
2, COD Road, RCCG City of David, Oniru Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Located on Victoria Island, Lagos.
What languages are taught?
French and Spanish are taught in Year 7, with three lessons per week for each language. The program provides experience in two major world languages and focuses on listening, speaking, reading, writing and translation. In Year 9, the school follows the Cambridge 9-1 IGCSE syllabus, offering Foundati
What are the exam results?
Cambridge Checkpoint results for 2024/2025: English: 98% Outstanding-High and 100% Outstanding to Good; Mathematics: 88% Outstanding-High and 98% Outstanding to Good; Science: 95% Outstanding-High and 100% Outstanding to Good.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
The RiverBank School offers after-school activities in Sports, Art, Science and Technology. The Computing / ICT club teaches computing skills and coding, and the Chess club develops concentration and memory. These clubs provide enrichment and enhancement opportunities for students.
How do I apply?
1. Rolling admissions and student support: Enrolment is conducted on a rolling basis over the academic year and is subject to space availability. Applications are reviewed by the Admissions Officer on an ongoing basis and in order of completion. The admissions team supports applicants from the initi
What is the school's approach to wellbeing?
The RiverBank School provides a safe, calm and caring atmosphere and fosters social and emotional intelligence in students.
What are the school facilities like?
Up-to-date facilities support learning from early years through key stage levels. The facilities are safe, secure, and aligned with Health and Safety Policy. A Play Ground, a Swimming Pool, an Astro Turf Pitch, a Library and a Music Room are on site. The Music Room is equipped with modern musical in
When was the school founded?
The RiverBank School was founded in 2009.
What is the school community like?
The school is an international school with over twenty countries represented in its population. It has excellent links with its diverse community. The RiverBank School has a warm, welcoming, family at
