School Management Software in Nigeria
Built for Nigerian schools — automate attendance tracking, tuition fee collection, admission management, exam grading and parent communication from one platform. NERDC and CBC compliant.
10,000+
Students managed
30+
Schools on the platform
80%
Reduction in admin time
< 2 min
Setup time
The real challenges Nigerian schools face every day
Nigeria's education system is in a state of crisis masked by scale. With over 200 million people and the largest youth population in Africa, the country has 10.2 million out-of-school children — the highest number in the world. Public spending on education hovers around 10% of the national budget (roughly $23 per capita), far below UNESCO's 15–20% recommendation. This chronic underfunding has left public schools with pupil-to-classroom ratios approaching 64:1, inadequate infrastructure, and a teaching workforce that is both underpaid and undertrained. Teachers frequently go months without salary, leading to strike actions that shut down schools for weeks at a time.
For the private schools that serve Nigeria's growing middle class — and there are tens of thousands of them — the challenges revolve around sustainability and trust. Tuition fee collection is the single biggest operational headache. In a cash-based economy where school fees are often paid in installments, finance teams manage complex ledgers with partial payments, late fees, sibling discounts, and scholarship allocations — all manually. Default rates can exceed 40%, forcing schools into a constant cycle of chasing payments instead of improving education. Meanwhile, insecurity in parts of the country has made parent communication critical: schools need to broadcast emergency closures, safety updates, and attendance confirmations instantly via in-app push notifications.
The curriculum landscape adds another layer. Nigeria's Universal Basic Education (UBE) program and the 6-3-3-4 system require continuous assessment records, termly reports, and transition grades across primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary levels. Private schools often also offer Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, each with separate grading schemes, exam timetables, and transcript formats. Managing these parallel academic tracks — NERDC-based national curriculum alongside Cambridge International — within a single school requires a system that can handle multiple grading frameworks, report card formats, and examination schedules simultaneously. EduPilotPro was designed for exactly this kind of complexity.
Everything your school needs
From attendance to fees to parent communication — EduPilotPro automates the entire school administration workflow for Nigeria schools.
AI agents purpose-built for Nigeria schools
Each agent handles a specific administrative domain — from admissions to fee collection — so your staff can focus on education instead of paperwork.
500+
applications / hour
92%
auto-classified
75%
faster review cycles
60 sec
class attendance
40 hrs
saved / week / school
100%
offline-capable
25%→4%
default rate reduction
85%
parents engage via mobile app
24/7
automated parent conversations
Built for Nigerian education
NERDC/UBEC & Cambridge curriculum support
EduPilotPro fully supports the Nigerian 6-3-3-4 system with NERDC-compliant grading scales, continuous assessment tracking, termly report cards, and transition grade management. For schools offering Cambridge International, IGCSE and A-Level grade calculations, subject selection tracking, and exam entry management are all built in — no separate system needed.
Fee collection in a cash-and-transfer economy
EduPilotPro integrates with Paystack, Flutterwave, and direct bank transfers for tuition fee collection. Parents can pay via bank transfer, USSD, debit card, or in-person cash deposits that the finance team reconciles in real time. Automated push notification reminders reduce default rates, and the system handles partial payments, late fees, and sibling discounts automatically.
Parent communication in English & Pidgin
Reach every parent through the EduPilotPro mobile app. The system sends fee reminders, attendance alerts, emergency broadcasts, and exam results via in-app push notifications. Notifications can be sent in English and Nigerian Pidgin, ensuring every parent understands critical school communications on their smartphone.
School year at a glance
National Holidays & School Calendar 2026-27
A year-round view of national public holidays and school term breaks for schools in Nigeria. Dates follow the national/public-school calendar and may vary by region or school type.
Days off in September 2026
0 daysNo recorded days off this month. Use the arrows to browse the rest of the school year.
Full-year calendar of days off
10 months with recorded days off
January 2026
1 days- New Year's DayPublic holiday
2026-01-01
New Year's Day marks the first day of the Gregorian calendar year and is a national public holiday across Nigeria. Schools are closed and families celebrate the start of a new year.
March 2026
1 days- Eid al-FitrPublic holiday
2026-03-20
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting observed by Nigeria's Muslim community. It is a national public holiday, and schools close so families can celebrate with prayers and feasts. The date follows the lunar calendar and may vary by a day.
April 2026
2 days- Good FridayPublic holiday
2026-04-03
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed by Nigeria's large Christian population. It is a national public holiday, and schools are closed for the Easter weekend.
- Easter MondayPublic holiday
2026-04-06
Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday and is a public holiday in Nigeria. Schools remain closed as families and communities mark the resurrection celebration and enjoy the long weekend.
May 2026
2 days- Workers' DayPublic holiday
2026-05-01
Workers' Day, also known as Labour Day, celebrates the contributions of workers to the nation. It is a public holiday, and schools are closed across Nigeria on May 1.
- Eid al-AdhaPublic holiday
2026-05-27
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim's devotion to God and is celebrated by Nigeria's Muslim community. It is a national public holiday, and schools close for the occasion. The date follows the lunar calendar.
June 2026
1 days- Democracy DayPublic holiday
2026-06-12
Democracy Day commemorates the restoration of democratic rule in Nigeria, honouring the legacy of the June 12, 1993 election. It is a national public holiday, and schools are closed on this day.
October 2026
1 days- Independence DayPublic holiday
2026-10-01
Independence Day marks Nigeria's independence from British colonial rule on 1 October 1960. It is the country's National Day, a public holiday when schools close and the nation celebrates with parades and ceremonies.
December 2026
13 days- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-21
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-22
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-23
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-24
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- Christmas DayPublic holiday
2026-12-25
Christmas Day celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed by Nigeria's Christian communities. It is a national public holiday, and schools close as families gather for festive celebrations.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-25
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- Boxing DayPublic holiday
2026-12-26
Boxing Day, the day after Christmas, is a national public holiday in Nigeria. Schools remain closed, and families often use the day for outings, visiting relatives and community events.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-26
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-27
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-28
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-29
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-30
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2026-12-31
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
January 2027
5 days- First-term breakSchool break
2027-01-01
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2027-01-02
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2027-01-03
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2027-01-04
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
- First-term breakSchool break
2027-01-05
The end-of-year break falls at the end of the first term of the 2026-27 academic year. The holiday spans Christmas and New Year, when schools across Nigeria close before the second term begins in January.
April 2027
18 days- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-01
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-02
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-03
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-04
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-05
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-06
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-07
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-08
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-09
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-10
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-11
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-12
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-13
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-14
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-15
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-16
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-17
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-18
The Easter break coincides with the Christian holy week and separates the second and third terms. Schools close nationally, with the exact dates set by state Ministries of Education following the national calendar.
August 2027
31 days- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-01
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-02
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-03
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-04
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-05
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-06
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-07
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-08
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-09
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-10
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-11
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-12
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-13
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-14
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-15
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-16
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-17
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-18
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-19
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-20
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-21
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-22
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-23
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-24
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-25
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-26
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-27
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-28
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-29
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-30
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
- End-of-year holidaySchool break
2027-08-31
The final break of the 2026-27 academic year gives learners a rest before the next school year begins. The timing and length can vary by state and by school type.
“EduPilotPro is a game-changer for Nigerian schools. The fee collection automation alone saved us 15 hours a week. My teachers now focus on teaching, not chasing payments.”
Chidi Okonkwo
Executive Director, Greensprings School, Lagos
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Frequently asked questions
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