Abstract: This paper examines the spatial characteristics of ‘Almajiri’ (Tsangaya) Schools with a view to assessing the physical planning implications. Geographic coordinates of ‘Almajiri’ Schools was obtained with the aid of GPS (Garmin GPSMAP 78S). Features related to space considered include site and situation of ‘Almajiri’ schools, living area per ’Almajiri’, floor area, site coverage. Building and environmental physiognomies like building type, building use, building facilities, environmental sanitation, and waste disposal methods.