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Raising thinkers for an AI-powered world.

Since 1990, Cityside Schools has partnered with parents in Sagamu to raise confident, well-mannered children. Today our pupils also code, fly drones and build with artificial intelligence, right here on our G.R.A. campus.

1990Founded in Sagamu
3 schoolsNursery to SSS3
300+Digital Bootcamp alumni
Cityside students with drones in the school courtyard during the Digital Bootcamp
drone day in the courtyard
The Cityside school band performing on saxophone, guitar and keyboard
the school band
Cityside secondary students performing at a school event
on stage

Why families choose us

A school known for more than good grades.

Our vision is to be the school preferred by all, for its distinction in eight areas. They shape every timetable, club and conversation at Cityside.

— and safety comes first, always.

i.

Safety

A secure, serene campus with house parents and a school clinic.

ii.

Academics

A broad Nigerian curriculum taught by seasoned, tested teachers.

iii.

Digital & IT

Computer lab with internet, ICT from primary, AI and coding.

iv.

Music

A well-equipped music studio and a real school band.

v.

Sports

Standard fields for football, basketball, volleyball and more.

vi.

Personality

Clubs, assemblies and stage time that build confidence.

vii.

Moral excellence

Daily devotion and guidance lessons that build character.

viii.

Leadership

Prefect roles, team projects and leadership classes.

Cityside Digital Academy

Where Sagamu's kids learn to build the future.

Every summer since 2019, our Digital Bootcamp & Hackathon has given young people from JS1 upwards two weeks of artificial intelligence, coding, drones, virtual reality and leadership, ending in a hackathon and an award ceremony.

300+ young innovators and counting

Bootcamp students with a drone in front of the Cityside school building
Every child is your child.
The guiding maxim of Chief (Mrs) Elizabeth Arikawe, Proprietress
Admissions are open

Joining Cityside takes three simple steps.

Do it all from your phone, or walk into our office at Plot 1, Paddy Arikawe Avenue. Either way, a real person will guide you.

Come and see us

Book an in-person visit or a virtual WhatsApp tour. See the classrooms, labs and boarding house for yourself.

Apply online

Fill in the short online application in about five minutes, or download a printable form if you prefer paper.

Assessment & welcome

We schedule a friendly entrance assessment, then welcome your child into the Cityside family.


We believe education is for everyone.

Bring your child today, and you'll be glad you made the best decision for them.