By DENNIS ISONG

If you grew up in Lagos, you probably heard this sentence at least once: "Do you think this is one of those anyhow schools where students play from morning till night?" If you heard that, congratulations – you attended a strict school! Lagos is home to many great schools, and choosing the best can be hard. But don’t worry, I have done the homework for you.

Here are 20 of the best secondary schools in Lagos, based on academics, facilities, cost, and real estate prospects in their locations.

Chrisland Schools have multiple locations in Ikeja, Lekki, Festac, Victoria Garden City (VGC), and others. The cost per session ranges from N600,000 to N2,000,000. These areas, especially Ikeja and Lekki, have high demand for housing, making property investments very profitable.

Corona Secondary School is located in Agbara, Lagos, with tuition fees between N2,500,000 and N4,000,000 per session. Agbara is still developing but remains more affordable compared to Lagos mainland and island. Property values are rising as infrastructure improves.

Atlantic Hall is situated in Epe and charges between N4,500,000 and N5,500,000 per session. Epe is becoming a real estate hotspot, with increasing land values due to its proximity to the Lekki Free Trade Zone.

Greensprings School has campuses in Anthony and Lekki. Tuition fees fall between N3,000,000 and N4,500,000 per session. While Anthony has stable real estate prices, Lekki remains a prime property hotspot with increasing value.

Loyola Jesuit College, though in Abuja, attracts many Lagos parents. The cost per session is N3,500,000 to N4,500,000. Abuja has one of Nigeria’s most expensive real estate markets, with steady appreciation in value.

British International School (BIS) is in Victoria Island, with fees ranging from N5,000,000 to N7,000,000 per session. Victoria Island has some of Lagos’s highest property values, with strong demand for luxury apartments and office spaces.

Grange School, located in Ikeja, charges between N4,000,000 and N6,000,000 per session. Ikeja remains a prime location for both commercial and residential real estate, with high rental demand.

Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls, based in Oregun, Ikeja, has tuition fees between N2,000,000 and N3,500,000 per session. Oregun is a developing area, and property values are rising due to its proximity to Ikeja GRA.

American International School of Lagos (AISL) is in Victoria Island, with costs between N10,000,000 and N15,000,000 per session. The area has extremely high property values, with strong demand for luxury apartments and office spaces.

Meadow Hall School is in Lekki, with fees ranging from N3,500,000 to N5,500,000 per session. Lekki’s property value keeps rising due to continuous development and infrastructural growth.

Dowen College, also in Lekki, has a tuition range of N2,500,000 to N4,000,000 per session. Lekki remains a top-tier real estate investment location.

Whitesands School, another Lekki-based school, charges between N2,500,000 and N4,000,000 per session. Lekki’s real estate market is booming with luxury developments and commercial opportunities.

Lagoon School, in Lekki, has tuition fees between N2,500,000 and N4,000,000 per session. The area is high-value, with steady appreciation in property prices.

Lekki British School, located in Lekki, charges between N4,000,000 and N6,000,000 per session. It is one of the best areas for property investment in Lagos.

Rainbow College has both a boarding school in Maba and a day school in Surulere. Tuition costs range from N2,000,000 to N3,500,000 per session. Surulere has stable real estate demand, while Maba is an emerging area with growth potential.

Ronik Comprehensive School, located in Ejigbo, charges between N500,000 and N1,500,000 per session. Ejigbo remains affordable but has steady growth in property value.

St. Gregory’s College, situated in Ikoyi, has tuition fees between N1,500,000 and N3,000,000 per session. Ikoyi has some of the highest real estate prices in Lagos, primarily for luxury properties.

Queen’s College, a government-owned school in Yaba, charges between N50,000 and N150,000 per session. Yaba is growing fast, with increasing demand for student housing and tech hub real estate.

King’s College, another government-owned institution located on Lagos Island, also has tuition fees ranging from N50,000 to N150,000 per session. Lagos Island is highly commercial, with expensive real estate, especially for office spaces.

Caleb International College is based in Magodo, with tuition costs between N2,000,000 and N3,500,000 per session. Magodo is an upscale residential area with steadily appreciating property values.

Lagos has some of the best secondary schools in Nigeria, and choosing the right one depends on your child’s needs and your budget. Whether you want a Nigerian curriculum, British, American, or a mix, there’s something for everyone.

One thing is certain – if you attended any of these schools, you can proudly say, "My school is among the best!" And if your school is not here, don’t worry; every school has its unique strengths!

•Dennis Isong helps individuals invest right in real estate. For questions on this article or enquiring about real estate, please follow him on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/LandPropertyNG/ or Whatsapp/Call +2348164741041