Rugby School Partners Eko Atlantic To Establish College In Lagos
Rugby School, one of the United Kingdom leading independent schools renowned for its tradition of academic excellence, will debut in Nigeria in September, this year.
The institution will be located in the Eko Atlantic City in the heart of Lagos.
The deal, according to a statement by the school authorities and made available to THISDAY in Abuja Wednesday, was sealed by Nick Bacon, Chairman, Governing Body of Rugby School and Mr Ronald Chagoury, Chairman of Eko Atlantic.
The statement explained that Rugby School Nigeria will initially offer a sixth form programme for day students aged 16 and above.
It emphasised that the school would uphold academic excellence and a diverse range of extra-curricular activities, preparing students for entry to the world’s leading universities.
It also stated that it would expand its courses in 2026 to accommodate day and boarding students.
Part of the statement read: “From September 2026, the school will expand to include day and boarding students from age 11 to 18.
“The curriculum will mirror Rugby School’s renowned standards, initially offering a wide range of A-Level courses alongsideoutstanding programmes in sport, arts, leadership and enrichment.
“The collaboration between Rugby School and Eko Atlantic marks a significant milestone in Rugby School’s mission.
“Our mission is to expand further, our educational philosophy and values on an international stage.
“We have recently opened thriving and award-winning sister schools in Thailand in 2017 and Japan in 2023.”
The statement quoted the Chairman of the Governing Body of Rugby School to have said: “We are thrilled to bring our educational expertise to Nigeria, a country rich in culture, talent and ambition where we have enjoyed strong ties for many decades.
“Rugby School Nigeria will embody the values, boarding ethos and standards that have defined Rugby School for centuries while embracing the opportunities of its dynamic location in Africa.”
The statement further noted that the “collaboration is a significant step in nurturing future leaders”.
“This is aligning with our commitment to creating global connections and positioning Rugby School Nigeria in Eko Atlantic City at the forefront of educational excellence in West Africa,” the statement added.
THISDAY
