Charterhouse Lagos Defends High School Fees, Stresses Quality Education and Value

Charterhouse, a British-owned private school in Lagos, has recently responded to the backlash it has received regarding its high school fees.

The school, which is set to begin operations soon, charges a fee of ₦42 million for primary school pupils, leading to criticism and accusations of exploitation.

In an interview with Tribune, the school’s Director of Communications, Admissions, and Marketing, Mr Damilola Olatunbosun, defended the fee, emphasizing the value and quality of education that Charterhouse provides.

Olatunbosun stated that Charterhouse is not just any other school, but a prestigious and value-driven educational institution that offers a world-class education.

He explained that the high fees reflect the quality of education and facilities the school provides, as well as its commitment to offering a British education immersed in the Nigerian culture.

The director highlighted that Charterhouse Lagos is building on 70 hectares of land in Lekki, with the project expected to cost over $150 million upon completion.

He added that the school’s facilities are already more advanced than those of many other schools in Nigeria, and that the school’s aim is to provide a top-quality education that rivals that of its counterpart in the United Kingdom.

Olatunbosun also pointed out that Charterhouse’s fees are comparable to those of other prestigious schools in Nigeria, and that parents who choose to enroll their children in Charterhouse do so because of the value and quality of education the school provides.

He emphasized that Charterhouse’s fees are justified by the value and quality of education it offers, and that the school is confident that parents who appreciate quality education will be satisfied with their investment.

Charterhouse Lagos has defended its high school fees, arguing that the fees reflect the school’s commitment to providing a world-class education that offers value and quality to its students.

The school’s management remains confident that its fees are justified by the value and quality of education it provides, and that parents who choose to enroll their children in Charterhouse will be satisfied with their investment.