Rugby School Nigeria appoints pioneer principal

Rugby School Nigeria, located at Eko Atlantic City in Lagos, has announced Dr. Adam England as its pioneer Principal. The institution, a branch of the prestigious United Kingdom-based Rugby School, is set to open its doors in September 2025, according to a statement from the school’s management. The statement said the institution will first welcome […]

Rugby School Nigeria, located at Eko Atlantic City in Lagos, has announced Dr. Adam England as its pioneer Principal.

The institution, a branch of the prestigious United Kingdom-based Rugby School, is set to open its doors in September 2025, according to a statement from the school’s management.

The statement said the institution will first welcome its first A-Level students and later open its senior school for girls and boys aged 11 and above by September 2026.

Dr. England brings over two decades of leadership experience in education, both in the UK and Africa.

Most recently, he served as the Director General of École Internationale Ruban Vert in Libreville, Gabon.

He holds degrees in English and French from Warwick and Swansea Universities, as well as a doctorate in English Literature.

Dr. England has a strong connection to Nigeria, having previously worked in Lagos and developed a deep appreciation for the country’s culture and people.

His extensive leadership background includes serving as Chairman of the Independent Schools Council of Wales, and he is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.

The statement quoted Dr. England as expressing his excitement about the appointment, saying “I am unbelievably excited at the thought of returning to Lagos as Principal of Rugby School Nigeria. Anybody who knows me understands how much I enjoyed my time working in Nigeria.

“To return as Principal of such a prestigious school, working on a purpose-built campus with some of the best colleagues in the industry, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”

He also mentioned plans to spend time at Rugby School England to immerse himself in its ‘Whole Person Whole Point’ philosophy and global approach to education.

Gareth Parker-Jones, Head Master of Rugby School (UK), also expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming opening, highlighting the long-standing connection between Rugby School and Nigeria.

Parker-Jones noted that many Nigerian students who have studied at Rugby School in the UK have embodied its character and values.

“To be able to offer that to more Nigerian students, now in Lagos, is something which I’m really excited for, and I can’t wait for the opening this September,” Parker-Jones said.