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Kenya has 13 international schools matching the international curriculum category, offering families genuine choice across different price points and locations.
Compare 6 International Curriculum international schools in Kenya. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KES 609,750), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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The Netherlands School Society Nairobi is a Dutch bilingual pre- and primary school. It combines the Dutch curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in a small-class setting that tailors learning to each child. With about 15 nationalities, the school operates as a national-international school, embedding a Dutch education model in an international environment. The IPC units provide a broad, thematic program across History, Geography, Science, Technology, ICT, Music and Art, fostering participation and an international perspective. English is the main language of instruction in Milepost 2 and Milepost 3, while Dutch supports language development in earlier years. The school offers a green campus, parental involvement, and social gatherings. The library hosts Dutch and English titles, with annual new books and Dutch Child Book Week. Portfolios document student progress across IPC, literacy in Dutch and English, and Mathematics, using an assessment for learning approach. A seamless path to further study.
Bright International Academy is an integrated nursery and primary school in Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya, serving children aged 1 to 11. The curriculum blends the British National Curriculum with Islamic studies, offering playgroup through Year 4 integrated learning. In Year 1, Cambridge Primary is followed, covering English, mathematics, science, art and craft, global perspectives and physical education, while staff are British-trained. The Islamic programme includes Tawhid, Seerah, Quran, Qaidah, Arabic and khat, taught alongside secular subjects within a single, welcoming environment. The motto Knowledge is light reflects the emphasis on pursuing knowledge in both faith and reason. Facilities encourage learning through play and include a large outdoor area, a feature that stimulates exploration. Secular lessons emphasize numeracy, literacy, Jolly Phonics, IT, environmental studies and creative arts. Extracurricular activities include taekwondo, pottery, roller skating, swimming and art and craft. The school aims to nurture an Islamic character alongside academic achievement for all.
Deenway International School in Mombasa, Kenya, offers an integrated program for students aged 8 to 18. The curriculum blends the British National Curriculum (Edexcel) with Islamiyaat Islamic studies and uses the International Primary Curriculum for Years 1–6, the International Lower Secondary Curriculum for Years 7–9, IGCSE for Years 10–11, and the Advanced Level for 12–13. The school supports borderless learning through virtual tools and open-source software, and emphasizes memorizing the Qur'an alongside core literacy and numeracy, plus creativity, communication, collaboration, and digital literacy. It is a Pearson Edexcel International Examinations Centre (Centre 94614) licensed by the Kenya National Examinations Council. Facilities include basketball, football, volleyball, netball, and swimming, with clubs in Wildlife, Debate, Agriculture, Photography and Art. The Beach Road, Nyali campus hosts cultural and language activities, including Mijikenda and Somali heritage, integrated Islamic studies, and community service initiatives. The school fosters a supportive, caring community with small class sizes.
Light International School Nairobi offers the Cambridge International Curriculum from Kindergarten (ages 3–5) through A-levels (Year 13), complemented by the IPC (Primary) and IEYC (Early Years) programs. The school is co-educational, operating as a day and boarding school in the Karen suburb, with a campus designed to support modern learning through technology. It is accredited as a Cambridge International School for Primary, Key Stage 3, IGCSE and A Levels, and provides a full Cambridge curriculum for ages 3 to 18, emphasizing cross-curricular learning and the use of digital tools to enhance every student's progress. The school hosts the East African Round of the World Scholar's Cup and the Golden Climate International Project Olympiad, underscoring its international emphasis. Facilities include contemporary classrooms and laboratories, plus a broad activity program spanning sports, music, and drama. A rich co-curricular program includes debates, robotics, journalism, arts, cultural activities, and community service, fostering leadership and international-mindedness globally.
MM Shah and MV Shah Academy is a well‑established private school in Mombasa, Kenya, offering a seamless learning journey from early years to senior school. The curriculum follows the Cambridge pathway, starting with EYFS, IEYC and IPC, then Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, and IGCSE, followed by Cambridge AS and A Levels. The school serves ages 2 to 18 and has a 69‑year history, reflecting continuity and local trust. Facilities include large learning spaces, an ICT suite, a library, science and home science labs, a multipurpose hall, a swimming pool, a music room, a cafeteria, and extensive sports fields and courts. The co‑curricular programme spans Music, Art, Ballet, Drama and Media, with clubs such as Debate, Robotics and after‑school activities. The Cambridge pathway emphasizes mastery, critical thinking, and independent learning, preparing students for IGCSE, AS/A Levels and higher education. The school supports families seeking an international education with strong local roots.
Oshwal Academy Mombasa is a premier K-12 institution on Mombasa Island, serving learners from age 2 to 18. The school follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in Kindergarten, Cambridge Primary in Junior School, Cambridge Lower Secondary in Middle Years, and Cambridge IGCSE alongside AS and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IAL in Senior School. The 14‑acre Nyali campus opened in 2004 and hosts modern classrooms, advanced science laboratories, a library, and a lecture theatre, plus a Lego Room for creative exploration. Practical spaces include an infirmary, a canteen. A basketball/tennis court supports a broad sports program that runs from Kindergarten through Year 13, including cricket, netball, swimming. Co‑curricular activities cover Music, Drama, Art, ICT, Taekwondo, and Saturday options such as Skating and Lamda. Enrichment includes Debate (MUN, World Scholar's Cup) and charitable clubs PA Kenya and Interact Club, underpinned by the school's values of creativity, responsibility, empathy, and teamwork.
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