Award-winning schools from the United Kingdom are set to host the UK Boarding Schools Week in Abuja and Lagos this January.
Organized by Mark Brooks Education in partnership with the UK’s Department for Business and Trade, the event will take place at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, and The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, from Thursday, January 16, to Sunday, January 19.
A statement from the organizers on Sunday revealed that the exhibition, now in its 17th year, continues to connect Nigerian families with premier educational opportunities in the UK.
The event will feature schools known for their outstanding academic achievements, exceptional boarding facilities, robust pastoral care, and a strong tradition of embracing Nigerian students.
“Families are invited to explore schools offering outstanding academic results, world-class boarding facilities, and a proven commitment to welcoming Nigerian boys and girls. The event will also celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of Nigerian students at leading UK schools,” the statement read.
Participating institutions include Aldro Preparatory School, Bromsgrove School, Cardiff Sixth Form College, Concord College, Glenalmond College, Lancing College, Malvern St James Girls’ School, and Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate.
Also on the list are St Peter’s School, York, The King’s School, Canterbury, and Wellington School.
Head of Concord College, Dr. Michael Truss, commended Nigerian students for their exceptional performance, saying, “Nigerian students absolutely thrive and have a fantastic time here at Concord. Our experience is that they do very, very well, achieving top A-level grades and securing places at leading universities.”
Similarly, Diana Cree of Lancing College celebrated the drive and determination of Nigerian students.
“They come with charm, warmth, and determination. Three Nigerian upper-sixth students have risen to leadership roles and excelled in academics, sports, and debating,” she said.
Henrietta Lightwood from Cardiff Sixth Form College highlighted their valuable contributions, noting, “Nigerians contribute so much to school life, and they are attracted to Cardiff for its academic results and access to top universities. For example, one Nigerian student recently progressed to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, while another is now studying engineering at Cambridge.”
Founder of Mark Brooks Education and co-organizer of the exhibition, Mark Brooks, described the event as an invaluable opportunity for parents to secure a top-tier education for their children.
“These schools demonstrate a strong commitment to Nigerian families, with many having a Nigerian student as their head boy or head girl in recent years. These events provide parents with the chance to explore how they can secure an outstanding education for their children,” Brooks stated.
