Child-Centeredness
The child leads. We observe, prepare and follow the individual path of each learner.
Our school
A small school with a clear purpose
Since 2012, Aquila Nidus has served families in Gbagada with authentic Montessori education for children from two months to six years.
Vision
A world where skilled, respectful adults guide children to align with God’s unique design for them.
Mission
We empower adults to nurture and guide children in realizing their God-given potential.
Core values
What guides our practice
Continuous Learning
Our adults keep studying, refining practice and deepening their Montessori craft.
Integrity
We do what we say, in front of families and when no one is watching.
Responsibility
Care of self, of others and of the environment is practised daily, by adults first.
Parental Partnership
Home and school work as one team around the child, in open and regular dialogue.
Excellence
Prepared environments, trained guides and careful detail in everything we offer.
Respect
Every child is known by name, spoken to with dignity and guided with grace.
Our people
Trained adults, prepared for children
Our Director of Education is Ajoke David. Each level is led by an AMI-trained lead guide, supported by assistants who know the children well.
Our Head of Learning holds AMI 0–3 certification and leads the Nido and Toddler Community teams. In the Children’s House, one AMI-trained lead guide and one assistant serve a community of 24–30 children — the group size Montessori practice is designed around.
Continuous learning is a core value: our adults keep studying so that what happens in the classroom stays faithful to authentic Montessori practice.
Environment and care
The practical details parents ask about
Outdoor life
A playground, potted flowers and a small garden the children help to tend.
Safety
CCTV coverage, security personnel on site, first aid provision and regular fire drills.
Meals
Healthy meals and snacks prepared in a nut-free kitchen, allergy-aware, with alternate meals where needed.
Community size
A total capacity of 85 children keeps our school personal.
Location
18 Ashafa Tijani Street, Harmony Estate, Idaho-Gbagada, Lagos, Nigeria.
Getting here
A complimentary shuttle runs from and to 10 Morenikeji Street, New Garage, Gbagada. A paid door-to-door school bus is also available.
Come and see the prepared environment for yourself
Tours run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in small, unhurried sessions so your questions get real answers.
Or speak with admissions directly on +234 708 186 4078