Braeburn Mombasa International School vs The Mombasa Academy

	B Braeburn Mombasa International School Mombasa, Kenya	T The Mombasa Academy Mombasa, Kenya
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KES 579,598 - 1,693,900	Fees / year KES 197,200 - 626,800
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification	Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 158	Pupils 273
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2004	Opened 1978
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location BMIS is located on Mombasa's north coast in the Bamburi area, near Haller Park. The campus address is Bamburi Mombasa - Malindi Road, off Cement Factory/Vescon Road, JCC Road, Mombasa, Kenya. It is accessible by road and is served by a fleet of school buses.	Location Sea View Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya
Stages	Stages Early Years to Key Stage 3; Key Stage 4 and 5 with IGCSE, A Level and BTEC pathways.	Stages Junior School; Preparatory School; Senior School
School type	School type Co-educational international school offering British independent school education with British and International curricula.	School type Private day school; co-educational
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Some support for students with specific learning difficulties; EAL available with limited support; language of learning is English.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Kenya	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School hours run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a 20-minute mid-morning break from 10:20 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. The lunch break is from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. (Friday 12:00 to 1:25 p.m.). Afternoon sessions resume at 12:55 p.m. (Friday 1:25 p.m.) and close at 3:00 p.m. (Friday 3:30 p.m.). Year 10 to Year 13 pupils may have classes from 3:00 to 3:40 p.m. (Friday 4:10 p.m.) depending on subject options.
Bus service details	Bus service details Fleet of well-maintained buses.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration (non-refundable): KSh 5,000. - Refundable deposit on joining (charged once): KSh 15,000 (refundable at the end of the pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher). - In certain year groups with limited vacancies a 20% advance payment of tuition is payable against the first term's invoice; this 20% advance is not refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up. Tuition fees by year group (2025/26 schedule) Annual tuition amounts are stated in Kenyan shillings (KSh). Year 11, 12 and 13 are billed in two tranches (August and December); all other years are billed in three tranches (August, December and April). Per-term or per-tranche figures below are calculated from the stated annual fees and the school's billing schedule. - Crèche - Annual tuition: KSh 358,798. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 119,599. - FS1 (Nursery) - Annual tuition: KSh 539,999. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 180,000 (rounded). - FS2 (Reception) - Annual tuition: KSh 551,700. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 183,900. - Year 1 & Year 2 - Annual tuition: KSh 852,600. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 284,200. - Year 3 to Year 6 - Annual tuition: KSh 1,050,900. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 350,300. - Year 7 to Year 9 - Annual tuition: KSh 1,210,200. - Per term (3-term billing): KSh 403,400. - Year 10 - Annual tuition (Year 10 & 11 band shown): KSh 1,302,300. - Per term (Year 10 is billed in three tranches): KSh 434,100. - Year 11 - Annual tuition (Year 10 & 11 band shown): KSh 1,302,300. - Per tranche (Year 11 billed in two tranches – Aug & Dec): KSh 651,150. - Year 12 - Annual tuition (Year 12 & 13 band shown): KSh 1,402,600. - Per tranche (Year 12 billed in two tranches – Aug & Dec): KSh 701,300. - Year 13 - Annual tuition (Year 12 & 13 band shown): KSh 1,402,600. - Per tranche (Year 13 billed in two tranches – Aug & Dec): KSh 701,300. Lunch and catering fees - Lunch fees (annual): - Crèche & FS1: KSh 69,900 (approx. KSh 23,300 per term under 3-term billing). - FS2: KSh 111,600 (approx. KSh 37,200 per term). - Years 1–6: KSh 124,200 (approx. KSh 41,400 per term). - Years 7–13: KSh 140,400 (approx. KSh 46,800 per term; for Years 11–13 billed in two tranches, the equivalent per tranche would be higher proportionally). Transport fees - Annual transport fees (two route options): - Regular route (Crèche to Year 13): KSh 150,900 (approx. KSh 50,300 per term under 3-term billing; KSh 75,450 per tranche where billed in two tranches). - Kilifi route (Crèche to Year 13): KSh 165,900 (approx. KSh 55,300 per term under 3-term billing; KSh 82,950 per tranche where billed in two tranches). Boarding - On-site boarding accommodation is provided (boys' and girls' boarding houses and boarding kitchens exist on campus). Where boarding applies, the school's fee schedule indicates boarding costs are included in the fees shown or applied where relevant; specific boarding-related charges are managed as part of the school's fee invoices. Other costs and additional fees - Registration fee: KSh 5,000 (non-refundable). - Exam and enrolment fees are not included in the stated tuition and will be charged separately where applicable. - Activity fees (for trips, certain co-curricular activities and other optional items) are charged separately and are normally accompanied by an official letter from the headteacher. - Textbooks and exercise books are included in the stated fees where indicated. Refunds and withdrawal - The refundable deposit (KSh 15,000) or the balance thereof is returned at the end of the pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher. - The registration fee (KSh 5,000) and any 20% advance payment (where applicable) are non-refundable in the circumstances described above. - A full term's written notice to the headteacher (with the headteacher's written acknowledgement) is required to withdraw a pupil; if this notice is not given, a full term's fees are payable in lieu of notice. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing: - Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13: billed in two tranches (August and December). - All other year groups: billed in three tranches (August, December and April). - Due dates and discounts: - Fees are payable on or before the first day of each term. - Early payment discount: 3% discount on tuition when full payment is made within six days of the due date. - Late payment: - A surcharge of 1.25% per month is levied for late payment of fees. Family discounts - Tuition fee family discounts (applied on bills): - 2nd child: 10%. - 3rd child: 20%. - 4th child: 30%. - 5th and subsequent children: 40%. - Transport family discount when siblings use the same route: 50% for the 2nd and each subsequent sibling on transport charges. Fee payment options - Fees are payable by the deadlines above; parents should make payment arrangements through the school's finance office. Payment is accepted according to the school's standard arrangements and invoicing (please use the invoice reference when making transfers or other payments). Notes on incidental items - Activity, examination and any specialist course or trip charges are invoiced separately as required. - Textbooks and exercise books are included in the stated fees; parents should budget separately for uniforms, personal stationery, optional private lessons and incidental personal expenses unless otherwise notified by the school.	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Junior School registration fee: KES 10,000. - Preparatory and Senior School registration fee: KES 15,000. Tuition (class fees) — shown per term and per academic year (3 terms) - Playgroup (P.Group): KES 62,000 per term — Annual (3 terms): KES 186,000. - Kindergarten (KG): KES 73,500 per term — Annual: KES 220,500. - Transition: KES 89,700 per term — Annual: KES 269,100. - Year 1: KES 124,200 per term — Annual: KES 372,600. - Year 2: KES 140,400 per term — Annual: KES 421,200. - Year 3: KES 140,400 per term — Annual: KES 421,200. - Year 4: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200. - Year 5: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200. - Year 6: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200. - Year 7: KES 178,200 per term — Annual: KES 534,600. - Year 8: KES 205,200 per term — Annual: KES 615,600. - Year 9: KES 205,200 per term — Annual: KES 615,600. - Year 10: KES 210,600 per term — Annual: KES 631,800. - Year 11: KES 216,000 per term — Annual: KES 648,000. - Year 12: KES 232,200 per term — Annual: KES 696,600. - Year 13: KES 232,200 per term — Annual: KES 696,600. Other compulsory or recurring charges - Use of textbooks (not refundable): - Years 3–8: KES 10,000 (one-off). - Years 9–11: KES 15,000 (one-off). - Years 12–13: KES 20,000 (one-off). - Medical cover for minor injuries sustained in school (Red Cross): KES 1,200 per year. Senior-examination charges and billing schedule for those charges - Examination fees for Years 11–13 are billed as separate examination charges and are payable in two instalments. Specific instalment amounts and deadlines published for the 2025/2026 schedule are: - Year 11 examination charge: KES 324,000 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026. - Year 12 examination charge: KES 348,300 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026. - Year 13 examination charge: KES 348,300 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026. - General tuition is charged per term at the amounts listed above; examination charges for senior years are billed separately and have specified instalment due dates. Boarding fees - The Mombasa Academy operates as a day school (no full boarding or weekly boarding fees are listed). Other one-off or optional costs (examples parents should budget for) - School uniform, PE kit, extra-curricular activity charges, school trips, specialist subject costs, and personal stationery are additional costs that parents should expect; explicit prices for uniform and many optional extras are not included in the public fee schedule excerpt available. Textbook charges listed above are billed separately and are not refundable. Refunds and non-refundable items - Textbook/use-of-books charges are explicitly described as not refundable. - No full public refund/withdrawal schedule for tuition or registration payments was published alongside the 2025/2026 fee schedule excerpt; specific refund rules and conditions for withdrawal or early leaving should be confirmed directly with the school. Billing schedule and payment terms (summary) - Tuition is presented as a per-term charge (parents are billed each term at the rate for the child's year group). Senior-year examination fees are charged separately and are payable in two instalments on the published dates for the 2025/2026 schedule. Registration fees are a one-off charge on admission/registration. Specific late-payment penalties, deposit requirements, and detailed payment deadlines for regular tuition were not detailed in the public 2025/2026 fee listing. Fee payment options - The 2025/2026 fee schedule excerpt available publicly did not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, mobile money, cash, card). Parents should use the school's published contact channels to obtain current accepted payment methods and bank account details. Brief summary of coverage and missing details - The public fee schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year provides clear per-term tuition by year group, registration fees, textbook charges (stated as not refundable), a small annual medical-cover charge, and senior examination charges with instalment dates. The publicly available material reviewed does not specify detailed payment methods, explicit uniform prices, a comprehensive refund/withdrawal policy for tuition or registration, or a full list of optional extra costs. (Fees and deadlines listed above were published as the school's 2025/2026 fee schedule.)
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details BMIS curriculum is based upon the UK National Curriculum and includes additional learning opportunities to extend and enhance it. The Early Years Foundation Stage framework from England underpins the Early Years. The British National Curriculum provides the foundation for Primary and Secondary, with Cambridge Secondary for Mathematics, English and Science in Years 7–9 and Year 9 Checkpoint examinations; pupils move to the IGCSE examinations in Years 10–11. The language of learning is English. The Sixth Form offers a flexible programme combining A-levels and BTEC, and supports university placement worldwide.	Curriculum details Three school divisions are offered: Junior School, Preparatory School, and Senior School. The curriculum covers English, French, Mathematics, Geography, Science (General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Computer Studies, History, Business Studies, Economics, Music and Physical Education. Subjects are taught across the three divisions with progression to IGCSE/O‑level examinations in Years 9–11 and A‑levels in the Sixth Form. General Science culminates in the Edexcel Primary Curriculum Science Examination in Year 6. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed, and a student was recognised by Pearson Edexcel for Top in the World in Mathematics.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small classes allow students to receive individual attention.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Notable exam achievements include a student recognised by Pearson Edexcel for Top in the World in Mathematics. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The Sixth Form leads to higher education with all students who want to go to university obtaining offers from universities of their choice; alumni have studied at Oxford University, University College London, University of Pennsylvania, University of British Columbia, Maastricht University, Rhodes University and University of Cape Town, among others.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented If a student needs additional learning support or is very able, the Learning Support Department provides support and challenge materials.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions BMIS is a co-educational international school in Mombasa, Kenya, serving learners from 18 months to 18 years. The Primary school covers 18 months to 11 years, and the Secondary school covers up to 18+. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales and is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools. The academic year begins in September, and pupils may join BMIS at any time of the year, unless entry is to an examination-year group, in which case admission depends on prior examination boards. To reserve a place, complete the application form and pay the non-refundable registration fee; an offer is issued in writing subject to available places. If a place cannot be offered immediately, a waiting list is used. The admissions process starts with a visit or informal chat with the headteacher; final admission requires an interview with the headteacher; after successful completion, a letter confirming placement and start date is issued. A BMIS Prospectus booklet is available for download. Age requirements by year group are published in the admissions policy.	Admissions 1. Admission to the school is normally in September. Exceptions are usually made for families moving into the area at other times during the year. The pupil is admitted into the most appropriate year group based on age and previous educational achievements. 2. Kindergarten entry is restricted to September only. Overseas pupils may enter in January. This policy applies to the Kindergarten Department. 3. Registration for all classes requires a Registration fee. Details of the Registration fee, which must accompany the appropriate form, are provided in the Current Information sheet enclosed with the Prospectus. The Registration fee is not refundable. The Admission Form can be downloaded. 4. For inquiries, contact details are provided. Phone numbers are +254 733 725 292 and +254 113 049 826. The school is located on Sea View Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya.
Scholarships	Scholarships BMIS offers a 21st Anniversary Scholarship Programme for the 2026–2027 academic year. The programme is merit-based and means-tested, with awards covering between 20% and 100% of tuition fees for the duration of secondary education (Year 7 and above) and reviewed annually. Scholarships are available year-round and are awarded based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, commitment to the BMIS community, and leadership or service. To apply, complete the BMIS Application Form and submit documents including a letter from the student, copies of the two most recent reports, certificates or evidence of achievement, and a letter of recommendation from a current teacher or head of school, by emailing scholarships.bmis@braeburn.ac.ke. The school will contact applicants with status and next steps if the application is advanced; Conditions of Awards are available via a linked document.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist When a year group is full, new admissions are placed on a waiting list. Waiting lists operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority may be given to siblings of children who already have a place in the school.	Waitlist —
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