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Primary Schools in Cantonments

Central Accra neighbourhood with a mix of long-standing and newer schools. Primary schools across Ghana following GES, British, EYFS, Montessori or international pathways.

Primary Schools in Cantonments: EarlyDays lists 4 primary schools in Cantonments, Greater Accra. Fees, curriculum and admissions windows are shown only when the school has published them.

Last updated: 12 September 2026.

primary schools listed
4
Ages covered
0 months – 18 years
Approaches
Cambridge, British, International and +2 more
Services
Full day, Extracurriculars, Daycare and +2 more
Students at Ghana International School, CantonmentsPreschool

Cantonments, Greater Accra

Historic co-educational day and boarding school in Cantonments, Cambridge Early Years through A-Level.

Ages
Nursery – Upper Sixth
Approach
Cambridge, British
PreschoolKindergartenPrimary School
Students at Safari International School. Cantonments campusPreschool

Cantonments, Greater Accra

Cantonments campus of Safari. IB World, Cambridge-certified early years and primary on Ndabaningi Sithole Road.

Ages
6 months – 11 years
Approach
EYFS, Cambridge
PreschoolKindergartenPrimary School
Children in a Montessori classroom at Explorers Schools, East CantonmentsCreche & Daycare

Cantonments, Greater Accra

Montessori-Plus early years and primary in East Cantonments combining Montessori and Cambridge approaches.

Ages
0 – 11 years
Approach
Montessori, Cambridge
Creche & DaycarePreschoolKindergarten

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Parent questions

How many primary schools are there in Cantonments?

EarlyDays lists 4 primary schools in Cantonments, Greater Accra: Ghana International School, Safari International School. Cantonments, Little Blessings International School, Explorers Schools.

From what age do primary schools in Cantonments accept children?

The youngest starting age we see for primary schools in Cantonments is 0 months at Explorers Schools. Across all listed primary schools in Cantonments, ages served range from 0 months – 18 years.

What curricula do primary schools in Cantonments follow?

The primary schools we list in Cantonments follow a mix of pathways: Cambridge (Ghana International School, Safari International School. Cantonments, Explorers Schools); British (Ghana International School); International (Ghana International School, Safari International School. Cantonments, Little Blessings International School); EYFS (Safari International School. Cantonments). Curriculum matters most from kindergarten upwards. for creches and early nurseries, look at daily rhythm, outdoor time and staff-to-child ratio first.

How much does a primary school cost in Cantonments?

None of the primary schools we currently list in Cantonments have published a fee guide on EarlyDays. Fees are set individually per school and change each academic year. use the Request information button on any profile to ask directly. As a general reference, private early years fees in Greater Accra typically span GH₵1,500–GH₵15,000+ per term depending on curriculum and services.

When should I start looking for a primary school place in Cantonments?

Most schools in Greater Accra work on three-term academic years (January, May and September starts). Popular primary schools in and around Cantonments. especially those offering EYFS, Montessori or Cambridge. fill up 6–9 months in advance for the September intake. If you're moving into Cantonments or expecting a January start, begin visits 3–4 months out.

What should I look for on a school visit in Cantonments?

The essentials to check in person: staff-to-child ratio (especially under-3s), how children are being spoken to when nobody is watching, outdoor and shaded play space, meal setup, toilet and nap facilities, safeguarding at pick-up, and how transparently the school answers about fees and hours. Almost all listed schools welcome visits. how they respond is itself a strong signal.

What if I can't find the right primary school in Cantonments?

The nearest areas with additional primary schools on EarlyDays are East Legon, East Legon Hills, Adjiringanor. Many families in and around Cantonments end up at a school in an adjacent catchment. pick-up distance and traffic on your specific route usually matter more than a strict area boundary.