About First Atlantic Schools
First Atlantic Schools is a private co-educational school committed to integrating strong Nigerian and international educational ideas in a nurturing environment that develops confident, responsible and future-ready learners.
Learning Tracks
Playgroup to College
School Focus
Academic + Character Growth
Location
Ikorodu, Lagos
A school committed to purpose, confidence and excellence
First Atlantic Schools is a private co-educational school aiming to integrate the best Nigerian and international educational ideas. We prepare learners for the challenges of an ever-changing global world while nurturing purpose, discipline and meaningful character.
Beyond academics, we help our children build confidence in their identities, develop social and moral strength, and grow into responsible leaders who can make a positive difference in the world.
Nigerian and international blend
A learning approach that combines local strength with global relevance.
Character and academic growth
Strong focus on both classroom achievement and personal development.
Safe and structured environment
A warm, disciplined and secure space where children can thrive.
What We Stand For
The foundation behind our school culture
School Vision
A vision shaped around genuine ambition
First Atlantic Schools is established to see a world where children’s genuine ambitions become reality. We believe every learner deserves the structure, guidance and confidence to grow into their full potential.
Our Mission
Guiding learners to explore, expand and excel
We partner with families and society to guide children to explore knowledge with expanded understanding so they are equipped to excel in their chosen paths, both locally and globally.
School Principle
Every child matters
At First Atlantic Schools, every child matters regardless of ethnicity, religion, colour or gender. We place strong emphasis on qualitative education, discipline, care and meaningful development.
School Motto
Explore. Expand. Excel.
Our motto reflects the journey we want for every learner: to explore knowledge with curiosity, expand understanding with purpose, and excel with confidence and character.
School Core Values
Character is part of the curriculum
We build a culture rooted in Friendship, Inspiration, Responsibility, Service and Teamwork. These values shape behaviour, relationships, learning and leadership across the school community.
Unique Qualities
Why families choose First Atlantic Schools
Families choose us for our conducive learning environment, dedicated staff, qualitative education, talent development, digital exposure, extracurricular strength, security and a balanced approach to academics and character formation.
What makes the school experience different
Why families choose us
We combine academic structure, values, creativity, technology, extracurricular balance and a caring atmosphere to support all-round learner development.
Conducive learning environment
Dedicated, friendly and experienced staff
Qualitative and sound western education
Talent and skill development programmes
Computer room with internet facilities
Competitive programmes
Chess, music and ballet
Absolute security guaranteed
Coding exposure for learners
Introduction to digital learning tools
Various extracurricular activities
Sports activities and playground
FIRST Core Values
Values we teach, practise and protect
Friendship
We build a caring school community where learners grow with mutual respect and belonging.
Inspiration
We encourage children to dream boldly, stay curious and pursue excellence with confidence.
Responsibility
We teach accountability, discipline and good choices in learning and character.
Service
We nurture compassion and the desire to contribute positively to others and society.
Teamwork
We help learners collaborate well, communicate clearly and grow together.
