OFFICIAL PORTAL Kano State Government, Nigeria | Notice: 2026/2027 Private School Accreditation & Renewal Ongoing
OFFICIAL KANO STATE GOVERNMENT PORTAL

Regulating, Elevating & Empowering Private Education in Kano State

The Kano State Private and Voluntary Institute Board (KSPVIB) ensures high educational standards, accreditation compliance, and safe learning environments across all private basic and secondary institutions.

2,500+
Accredited Schools
44 LGAs
Statewide Coverage
100%
Digital Registry
Instant School Finder
Search by School Name & LGA
Direct Database Search Updated: September 2026
STATE LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE

Executive Governance

Promoting Educational Reform and High Standards under the Leadership of Kano State Government.

His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf Executive Governor
Chief Visitor

His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf

Executive Governor of Kano State

"Education remains the bedrock of our administration's economic and social transformation agenda. Through KSPVB, we ensure that private and voluntary schools in Kano State uphold uncompromising quality, safety, and infrastructure standards."

Kano State Government
Alhaji Baba Abubakar Umar Executive Secretary
Administrative Head

Alhaji Baba Abubakar Umar

Executive Secretary, KSPVB

"Our mission at KSPVB is to digitize and streamline private school accreditation, conduct rigorous facility inspections, enforce certified teacher standards, and protect pupil welfare across every private institution in Kano State."

Regulatory Board Secretariat
DIGITAL E-SERVICES

Board Services & Public Portals

Simplified digital access for school proprietors, educators, parents, and the general public.

Accredited Schools Directory

Parents and guardians can instantly search and verify if a private school is legally registered and accredited by Kano State Government.

Inspection & Compliance Status

Public verification of institutional inspection reports, safety standards, infrastructure compliance, and approved operating licenses.

Annual Licensing Dues & Revenue

Proprietors can generate official government invoices, pay annual dues, and download verified compliance receipts.

Educator & Teacher Registration

Portal for qualified educators to register credentials, gain state certification, and access teaching opportunities in private schools.

Regulatory Guidelines & Directives

Download mandatory operating standards, safety compliance checklists, and official Ministry of Education curriculum directives.

Board Admin Portal

Dedicated portal for KSPVB inspection officers and board administrators to audit institutional records and process approvals.

ABOUT THE BOARD

Mandated to Guarantee World-Class Education Standards in Kano

The Kano State Private and Voluntary Board (KSPVB) is the statutory state body established to regulate, inspect, accredit, and empower private educational institutions across Kano State.

Our Mission

To ensure compliance with educational standards, protect pupil safety, and enhance teaching quality in private schools.

Our Vision

To foster a transparent, accredited, and vibrant private educational ecosystem in Kano State.

STATUTORY POWERS

Core Statutory Mandates

Key legal functions performed by the board across Kano State.

Institutional Inspection & Accreditation

Rigorous auditing of school infrastructure, teacher qualifications, pupil ratio, and sanitation facilities.

Statewide 44 LGAs Private Schools Oversight

Conducting and supervising compliance and operational standards across all 44 Local Government Areas in Kano State.

Teacher Qualification Certification

Maintaining a centralized registry of qualified teachers to eradicate uncertified teaching personnel in private institutions.

Curriculum Compliance & Safety

Enforcing approved Kano State Ministry of Education curriculum guidelines and child protection policies.

2,500+
Accredited Schools
44
Local Govt Areas
45,000+
Certified Educators
100%
Digital Verification
PUBLIC VERIFICATION PORTAL

Approved & Accredited Schools Directory

Search the public registry to verify if a private school is officially registered with KSPVB.

Accredited Est. N/A
AL HIDAYAH QURAN & SCIENCE ACADEMY
TARAUNI LGA
NO 43 NAIBAWA YAR AKWA
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Accredited Est. N/A
ALKAUTHAR SCHOOL DAMBATTA
DANBATTA LGA
SABUWAR UNGUWA
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Accredited Est. N/A
RAIHAN COMPREHENSIVE PRIVATE SCHOOL
UNGOGO LGA
BACHIRAWA GABAS
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Accredited Est. N/A
MADRASATUL HUZAIFATIL YAMANIY LITAHFI UL QURAN WATTARBIYYA AL ISLAMIYYA
DALA LGA
NO430 KOFAR RUWA
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Accredited Est. N/A
KANO CREST SCHOOLS
GWALE LGA
584 SABUWAR KOFAR KABUGA
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Accredited Est. N/A
DAIDAITO DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
NASSARAWA LGA
TUDUN MURTALA
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Accredited Est. N/A
CRESTVIEW INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
TARAUNI LGA
JAKADAN GARKO STREET KUNDILA
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Accredited Est. N/A
SCHOLARS ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE LTD
KUMBOTSO LGA
CIKA SARARI DAN MALIKI QTRS
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PUBLIC HELP CENTER

Frequently Asked Questions

Find immediate answers regarding school accreditation, license renewal, and board standards.

New proprietors must submit a formal application letter, fulfill structural and facility requirements, provide certified teacher credentials, and schedule an on-site physical inspection by KSPVB inspectors before approval is granted.

Parents can search the school name or select any of the 44 Local Government Areas in the Accredited Schools Directory on this portal. Every accredited school is listed directly from the board database.

Proprietors can log into the Cashier & Revenue Portal, generate an official invoice with their school registration ID, and complete payment securely. An official e-receipt will be generated immediately for download.

Schools must meet mandatory minimum facility sizes, certified staff ratios, sanitary facilities, playground space, approved curriculum usage, and fire safety provisions as detailed in the Board Guidelines.