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Oshwal Academy Nairobi is a co-educational international day school for ages 2 to 18, delivering a British curriculum through Cambridge and Pearson examining bodies. The four semi-autonomous campuses: Nursery, Primary, Junior High and Senior High provide a continuous learning path from EYFS in Playgroup to Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel IGCSE, then Cambridge International AS and A Levels, plus BTEC qualifications. The school traces its roots to the Oshwal Education & Relief Board, established during World War II to unite Oshwals across Kenya. The campus combines modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, science labs, a library, ICT suites, a multipurpose hall and sports facilities, including a swimming pool and an arena for ball games. A co-curricular program runs after class, featuring music, drama, coding, sports and debates. The school participates in competitions and fosters leadership and service within a secure, welcoming environment. Facilities include a library, ICT suites and a multipurpose hall.
Crawford International School Kenya, Tatu City, Nairobi, opened in 2018 as part of ADVTECH Group. The campus blends academics, sport, and culture to develop leaders and life skills. The school serves 5–18-year-olds with a Cambridge curriculum across Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and Cambridge International AS and A Levels. The Junior School follows Cambridge Curriculum; Middle School focuses on leadership and holistic growth; Senior High School offers IGCSE and A-Levels, with progression through Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels. The campus is purpose-built with science labs, innovation hubs, arts studios, and a performing arts centre, complemented by sports fields, a swimming pool, and an indoor hall. Modern classrooms and ICT-enabled study zones support inquiry-based learning, with English as an additional language for international entrants and other languages on demand. UCAS Registered Centre aids UK applications, and its students attract interest from Ivy League universities. Capacity for 1,700 students globally.
Rophine Field International School is part of the Rophine Field Group of Schools, established in 2009 near Nairobi, Kenya. The school delivers the British National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and a Cambridge Early Years Campus for ages 3 to 5, complemented by a Senior School for 11 to 14 and a Sixth Form Campus with diverse pathways. The group operates four Nairobi campuses and a development in Diani, offering Cambridge IGCSE alongside a competency-based curriculum and the Kenyan CBC pathway. The campus network features modern laboratories, a dedicated Aviation Centre, an Art & Design Centre, a Kindergarten Computer Lab, an auditorium, and a Music Centre, plus a high-quality sports complex and swimming pool. Additional facilities include basketball and tennis courts, soccer fields, a skating park, and a range of specialist spaces to support performance, recreation, and health. The enrichment program includes Global Perspective Studies and a broad array of clubs and activities across academics, arts, and service.
Peponi School is an independent coeducational day and boarding school located just north of Nairobi, Kenya, serving pupils aged 12 to 18. The curriculum follows Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE as an option, delivered by staff who emphasise small class sizes and differentiated learning from Shell (Year 9) through Upper Sixth (Year 13). The school blends Kenyan heritage with a traditional British international education guided by the founders' motto ‘Every child matters.' The fifty-acre Peponi Senior School campus at Ruiru offers a Main Hall for performances, a School Chapel, and a recording studio, plus extensive Art, Photography and Design facilities and a Music department that supports ensembles and productions. The academic programme sits alongside a strong sports culture, the Talented Athlete Programme and KAISSO, and a robust outdoor education offering. A wide range of clubs and societies—academic, arts and community service—complement learning and personal development, with transport arrangements for international pupils.
St. Mary's School, Nairobi is an international day Catholic private school founded in Parklands in 1939 by the Holy Ghost Fathers from Blackrock College in Dublin. The Junior School follows the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) and the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, while the Senior School offers Cambridge IGCSE, KCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The school serves students aged 6 to 18, with admissions for KCPE, Cambridge Primary Curriculum, KCSE, IGCSE and IB. The campus supports a safe learning environment and features three technology centers (Junior, Senior and IB), science laboratories (Biology, Physics and Chemistry), ART rooms, libraries and a Music Center with a recording studio. Notable co‑curriculars include EAMUN and MSMUN Model United Nations, World Scholars, and extensive sport, theatre and music programs. Programs such as CAS and the President's Award foster service, leadership and global awareness alongside academics. The school maintains Catholic values and supports international families.
The Coast Academy is a Kenya-based school for ages 2 to 18, offering a Cambridge-based pathway from Kindergarten to A Level. The Primary phase covers Key Stage 1 for ages 5 to 7 and Key Stage 2 for ages 8 to 11, with SATs at end of Key Stage 1 and Cambridge Primary Checkpoint tests in Years 3 to 5. The Lower Secondary phase follows the British National Curriculum's Key Stage Three, preparing students for entry into IGCSE programme. The Senior School delivers Cambridge IGCSE pathway followed by A Levels, with Years 12 and 13 forming Sixth Form and pupils selecting four or five subjects in Year 12 and three in Year 13. The Coast Academy operates across two campuses in Kizingo, Mombasa—the Junior and Senior Schools—connected to support continuity and community. ICT-equipped facilities support learning, and an expansion programme enhances campus. Extracurriculars include a sport program and Model United Nations.
Greensteds International School is a co-educational day and boarding school in Kenya offering British education from Early Years to A-Levels. Established in 1936, it sits on a 50-acre campus near Nakuru, 16 km away. The school follows an adapted British National Curriculum from Reception to A-Level, with Senior School offering Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Sixth Form preparing students for AS and A Levels under CAIE and Edexcel boards. IGCSE subjects include English, Mathematics, sciences and language options such as French and Kiswahili, plus Business Studies, Economics, Geography, History, ICT, Music and Drama. BTEC Level 2 qualifications in Creative Media Production and Art & Design are available in Senior School. Seven Pillars guide life: Opportunity, Care, Community, Challenge, Diversity, Dedication and Respect. The school is CIS, LAMDA, LCM and ABRSM accredited and member of KAIIS. Facilities include a Sixth Form Centre, IT suites and spaces for sports and arts.
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.
Greenwood Groove International School is an IGCSE-oriented institution located in Nyali, Mombasa, serving learners from ages 3 to 18. The school follows the British curriculum, including the IGCSE program, across Kindergarten (Playgroup, KG1, KG2, KG3), Junior School (years 1–6), and Senior School (years 7–13). It was established by experienced, dedicated teachers who aim to provide a comprehensive education that supports diverse backgrounds and abilities. In response to Covid-19, Greenwood Groove offers a hybrid learning model with online and in-person lessons, reinforced by e-learning resources and Smart Learning tools. The campus emphasizes a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere where students grow emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. Extracurriculars include Roller Skating, Football, Ballet, Martial Arts, Wemathon, Dance, Tennis, and Cycling. Arts offerings include Dance and Ballet, while health and wellbeing are supported through Healthy Minds, Healthy Spaces and a focus on fitness and personal expression. The school prepares students for global citizenship.
The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is a private, coeducational K 12 day school in the Parklands suburb of Nairobi. It offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum across all ages, with the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme in Senior School Grades 6 to 10, and the Diploma Programme in the final two years. The campus serves over 1,000 students and operates under Aga Khan Education Service Kenya AKES Kenya, a nonprofit organization with a long history of schooling in Kenya since 1918. Facilities include well equipped libraries, ICT rooms with SMART Boards, science laboratories, heated nursery swimming pool, swimming pools for older pupils, sport fields, a drama and film studio, and dedicated art spaces. The school emphasizes international mindedness through a multicultural student body, leadership development grounded in ethics, and opportunities across sport, visual and performing arts. Graduates gain admission to universities globally, including top Kenyan institutions and beyond worldwide.
St Andrew's School, Turi is a private international boarding school in Kenya educating learners from age 4 to 18. The campus hosts Prep School, Senior School and the Sixth Form College and follows the British Curriculum: EYFS, IGCSE/GCSE, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels. A Levels offer subjects across sciences, arts, languages and humanities, with results indicating strong performance (A*-A and A/A* percentages). The 450-acre site blends classrooms and boarding houses with sports and arts facilities, including two swimming pools, a golf course, 3 squash courts, a 400 m² water-sports lake, a private airstrip, forests and nature trails, and horse riding with stables. Co-curricular life is active: music, LAMDA, orchestras, stage productions, and an Orchestral Weekend; outdoor adventure, water activities, archery, and leadership pathways. The Turi Leadership Award and Learning Success Centre support development and academic progress. The school fosters a faith-informed heritage while embracing an international community.
The Mombasa Academy is a private day school in Nyali for boys and girls from early years through to the end of secondary education. It follows the British Curriculum with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, offering progression to O-levels in Years 9–11 and A-levels in the Sixth Form. The school is organised into three divisions—Junior School, Preparatory School and Senior School—housed on a single campus with shared facilities and staff. English is the language of instruction throughout, while French begins in Class 1 and is developed through to reading and writing in Class 4. General Science culminates in the Edexcel Primary Curriculum Science Examination in Year 6. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed, and a pupil has been recognised as Top in the World in Mathematics. Extra-curricular offerings include music (band, choir, recorder/guitar/keyboard), School Plays, Bandari Swimming Club, inter-house activities and Community Action Projects that reinforce leadership, teamwork and service within the school community.
Founded as a co-educational, residential high school in Kenya, M-PESA Foundation Academy serves students with leadership potential, irrespective of means. The 88-acre campus includes student residences, classrooms and laboratories, a resource centre, 800-seat auditorium, along with athletic fields and outdoor learning spaces. Academically, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), complemented by a Bespoke Curriculum. It plans to introduce the Competency-Based Curriculum Senior Secondary in 2026 with three pathways: Arts and Sports Science, Social Sciences, and STEM, all emphasising practical skills, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. A dedicated careers team guides pathway choices, while a life-skills pre-university programme supports life after school. The school benefits from M-PESA Foundation funding and a charitable framework. The on-site resource centre provides Britannica School and Gale access; the Access & Inclusion program removes barriers to full participation. Sport, performing arts, and service activities enrich co-curricular life.
The Vale School Muthaiga is an IB World School in Nairobi, Kenya, offering the Primary Years Programme for ages 0 to 11. The curriculum integrates project-based learning and 21st-century skills, grounded in mindfulness, environmental stewardship, growth mindset and a strong sense of community. As the second Kenyan school to offer the PYP, it uses six transdisciplinary themes to explore globally meaningful ideas through inquiry across subjects, complemented by purposeful co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Outdoor learning is a core feature, with Forest School sessions in Karura Forest that foster confidence, creativity, resilience, independence and teamwork in a natural environment. The program supports a values-driven approach to lifelong learning, preparing students to contribute locally and globally. Academically, learners engage in inquiry through pathways like the Young Scholars Programme and a range of arts, STEM and language experiences that nurture curious, empathetic and discerning thinkers. The environment is welcoming to internationally minded families.
Durham International School Kenya is a Nairobi branch of Durham UK, operating two Nairobi campuses: Thigiri and Rosslyn. The school follows British Curriculum and offers a rigorous continuum from Early Years through to Sixth Form, with EYFS, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB Diploma, and Cambridge A Levels. Ages 1 to 18 are welcomed. The Thigiri campus sits near Karura Forest, while Rosslyn campus houses Senior School in a purpose-built setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and dedicated co-curricular spaces. The curriculum blends academics with co-curricular opportunities and pastoral care, with continuous assessment from Year 1 and online parent journals. Grow with Durham links KS3 to KS4 and Sixth Form, which will begin in September 2028 with IB or A Level offerings and university guidance. The school emphasizes the ethos 'Confidence for Life' and 'Respect for All', and offers outstanding sports facilities, a vibrant arts program, and languages including French, Spanish and Kiswahili.
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.
Rift Valley Academy is a Christian boarding school in Kenya with an American foundation. The high school follows an American curricular core and offers Advanced Placement courses, while also supporting Cambridge IGCSE qualifications for a small number of missionary students. The school awards a College Prep Diploma designed to meet four-year college expectations and a General Education Diploma. The campus sits on 90 acres atop the Rift Valley escarpment and houses an elementary, a junior high, and a senior high, with nineteen dormitories, a chapel, a cafeteria, a gym, a music building, a drama hall, and multiple sports fields. RVA is accredited by the Middle States Association and serves about 400 students from various nationalities; it is affiliated with Africa Inland Mission. The program emphasizes English, Social Studies, Math, Science, Information Technology, Foreign Language, Bible, Physical Education, Fine Arts, Life Skills, plus AP for the College Prep Diploma.
Mustard Seed International Schools in Kenya is a private, affordable institution offering the Cambridge International Education System (CAIE) across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School. The curriculum begins with the EYFS, prioritizing communication, numeracy, creativity and wellbeing. In Junior School, English and communication skills are developed through a dedicated literacy focus, supported by a well-equipped science laboratory and ICT-enabled learning, with broad co-curricular activities and SEN support. The Senior School follows the Cambridge pathway: Years 7–8 (Key Stage 3) prepare for IGCSE; Years 9–11 offer 7–10 subjects with 3 compulsory as focal; students progress to A Levels by choosing 3–4 subjects, supported by a Learning Support Programme and opportunities in sports and leadership. The school offers flexible boarding; the Boarding Wing provides living quarters, security, meals, and dedicated study time. MSIS has a multicultural ethos with 15 nationalities and focus on character, leadership and life skills for higher education.
Jalaram Academy, located in Kisumu, Kenya, offers the British curriculum from nursery to upper secondary. The Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage; Primary uses Pearson Edexcel i-Primary for Years 1–6, with subjects including French, Religion, Social Studies, Music, PSHE, P.E., Swimming, Computing, Global Citizenship, Science, Mathematics and English. By end of Year 6 students sit i-primary Edexcel exams in Numeracy, Literacy, Science, Computing and Global Citizenship. The Senior Section (Years 7–13) follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE in Years 9–11 and AS/IAL and A-level options (21 subjects). The school is accredited by Pearson Edexcel and ABRSM. Three languages are offered in the primary years, with Year 9 students able to select up to two. Sports facilities include a football pitch, tennis court, basketball court, swimming pool, volleyball/throw-ball pitch, and more; inter-house competitions run weekly. Distinctive programs include Model United Nations, Kenya Science and Engineering Fair participation, and a Music program with ABRSM examinations.
LFIDD is a private international school in Nairobi offering the full French curriculum from Kindergarten through Lycée with a bilingual French‑English program. It is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and a member of the AEFE network, aligning its standards with French education worldwide. The 2‑hectare campus on Argwings Kodhek Road in Kilimani serves ages 2 to 18 and includes 35 classrooms, two libraries, a large performance hall, a music studio, science laboratories and a modern media technology suite. Kindergarten is taught by a French‑speaking teacher with assistants and an English teacher from year one. The Primary program runs five years with eight hours of foreign languages weekly, including two hours of Swahili. Middle School adds a second foreign language in year two; High School lasts three years with the French baccalaureate pathway and majors chosen in year two. Parcours PARLE promotes multilingualism; a British International Section is available on a trial basis and leads to the French international baccalaureate.
Jaffery Academy Mombasa is an international school in Kenya for ages 3 to 18, with Nursery, Junior and Senior Schools. The curriculum blends a British framework with bespoke elements: Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels in the Senior School. The Nursery uses a Thematic Approach to Learning, supported by HighScope and Cornerstones, emphasizing discovery, numeracy and early English. English is the language of instruction in the Nursery. The Junior School follows a blended British National Curriculum through Cornerstones and iPrimary, delivering guided enquiry on themes with Education City resources; English is the medium of instruction and Learn French is part of the curriculum. The Senior School offers core IGCSE subjects and AS/A Levels, with local university placements. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and holistic development to prepare students for higher education. Facilities include three libraries, laboratories, an Artroom and three ICT suites. Extra-curriculars include art clubs, STEM fairs and language activities, and inter-house sports.
Located in Nairobi, Nairobi International School offers a British-based education for students aged 2 to 18. The school follows the British National Curriculum across KS3, KS4 and A-Levels, with Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC qualifications available. The campus network includes Kindergarten at No. 6, Kanjata Road; Preparatory at No. 5, Kanjata Road; and Senior School at No. 728, Maji Mazuri Road, Lavington, allowing a progression from early years to pre-university study within a familiar setting. The school operates as a private day school with boarding options, serving diverse families in Kenya. A technology-enabled learning environment, the Smart School, supports digital literacy and interactive lessons. Distinctive programs include the Middle School Model United Nations (MSMUN), and strong arts and languages offerings, with music, drama and art facilities in the Senior School and language clubs in the middle years. The Green Pledge underpins community service and sustainable practice, alongside sport and wellness programs.
Nairobi Jaffery Academy is a private international school in Nairobi that combines the UK Cambridge curriculum with a faith-based ethos. Catering to ages 3 to 18, it offers EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and a hybrid Years 10–13 pathway blending Cambridge and Edexcel. The Cambridge core drives English, Mathematics and Science, while other subjects follow the English National Curriculum; Swahili and Arabic are taught from Year 1. The campus on Naushad Merali Drive hosts students from more than 18 nationalities in a bilingual, multicultural environment that prioritises wellbeing, opportunity and personal growth. Beyond the classroom, the school runs the Elite Football Program with Cruyff Methodology, data-driven coaching and after-school sessions, with coaches and pathways to international partnerships. Extra experiences include overseas trips, inspirational speakers and bespoke careers advice, plus leadership opportunities and connections with the East Africa Jaffery network. Cambridge resources and assessment for learning support ongoing development.
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