Braeburn School vs Rusinga Schools

	B Braeburn School Nairobi, Kenya	R Rusinga Schools Nairobi, Kenya
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KES 946,200 - 2,551,600	Fees / year KES 456,000 - 1,400,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), BTEC Qualification	Curriculum British Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,103	Pupils 800
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 17
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1979	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Braeburn School is located on Gitanga Road, Lavington, Nairobi, Kenya. It sits in the Lavington neighbourhood of Nairobi. The school is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.	Location —
Stages	Stages Early years; Primary; Secondary; Sixth Form	Stages —
School type	School type co-educational international school	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation England and Wales	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / registration fees - Registration (non-refundable): KSh 5,000 payable on submission of a completed registration form. - Advance payment for limited-vacancy year groups: 20% of the tuition fee, payable against the first term's invoice and non-refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up. Tuition fees (annual and per-term/tranche) — 2025/2026 academic-year figures Notes on billing: Year 11, 12 and 13 fees are billed in two tranches (August and December). Fees for all other year groups are billed in three tranches (August, December and April). The figures below list the published annual tuition and the per-term (three-tranche) or per-tranche (two-tranche) amounts derived from the published annual fees. Deposits shown are charged once on joining. - Crèche — Mornings only - Annual tuition: KSh 946,200 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 315,400 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Crèche — Full day - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS1 (Nursery) — Mornings only - Annual tuition: KSh 946,200 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 315,400 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS1 (Nursery) — Full day - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS2 (Reception) - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 1 to Year 6 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,142,600 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 714,200 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 7 & Year 8 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,216,100 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 738,700 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 9 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,236,500 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 745,500 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 10 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,385,000 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 795,000 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 11 (IGCSE) - Annual tuition: KSh 2,384,999 - Per tranche (2 tranches): KSh 1,192,500 (rounded) - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 12 & Year 13 (AS/A2/BTEC) - Annual tuition: KSh 2,551,600 - Per tranche (2 tranches): KSh 1,275,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. Lunch (annual; per-term/tranche equivalents) - Crèche & FS1 (mornings / full day): Annual KSh 118,200 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 39,400. - FS2 (Reception): Annual KSh 122,700 — per term KSh 40,900. - Year 1 & 2: Annual KSh 124,200 — per term KSh 41,400. - Year 3 to 6: Annual KSh 128,400 — per term KSh 42,800. - Year 7 & 8: Annual KSh 138,300 — per term KSh 46,100. - Year 9 to 13: Annual KSh 140,400 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 46,800; per tranche (for Years 11–13 billed in two tranches) KSh 70,200. Transport (annual; per-term/tranche equivalents) — Crèche to Year 13 - Zone A — Return: Annual KSh 168,600 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 56,200; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 84,300. - Zone A — One way: Annual KSh 101,400 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 33,800; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 50,700. - Zone B — Return: Annual KSh 219,300 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 73,100; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 109,650. - Zone B — One way: Annual KSh 131,700 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 43,900; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 65,850. - Zone C — Return: Annual KSh 269,700 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 89,900; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 134,850. - Zone C — One way: Annual KSh 162,000 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 54,000; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 81,000. - Zone D — Return: Annual KSh 303,600 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 101,200; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 151,800. - Zone D — One way: Annual KSh 182,100 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 60,700; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 91,050. Boarding fees - Boarding fees are not published in the fee schedule for this campus; the published fee schedule covers tuition, lunch and transport and notes boarding applies only where relevant. No separate boarding annual amounts are listed in the published fee schedule for this campus. Other costs and recurring charges - Deposits: KSh 50,000 charged once on joining (top-up required if deductions are made for losses or breakages). The deposit (or balance thereof) is refundable at the end of a pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher. - Activity fees: Charged separately and normally accompanied by an official letter from the headteacher (applies to trips and extra activities). - Examination and enrolment fees: Examination fees and any enrolment-related fees are not included in the published tuition/lunch/transport figures and are invoiced separately. - Uniforms, specialist kit and optional extra-curricular charges: These are additional to the published fees and are charged separately when required (uniform and kit costs are not listed in the basic fee table). Refund and withdrawal terms - Refunds: The deposit (or remaining balance) is refundable at the end of the pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher. Advance payments required for limited-vacancy year groups are non-refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up. - Withdrawal notice: A full term's written notice (acknowledged in writing by the headteacher) is required for withdrawal. If a full term's written notice is not received and acknowledged, a full term's fees are payable in lieu of notice. - No refund is given for suspension or exclusion; other specific refund rules for examination or enrolment fees may apply and are invoiced separately. Billing schedule, discounts and penalties — payment terms - Billing schedule: Year 11–13 fees are billed in two tranches (August and December). Fees for all other year groups are billed in three tranches (August, December and April). Fees are payable on or before the first day of each term. - Early payment discount: A 3% discount on tuition fees is given when full payment is made within 6 days of the due date. - Family (sibling) tuition discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th child 30%; 5th and subsequent child 40% (applied to tuition fees only). Transport sibling discount: 50% on transport for the 2nd and each subsequent sibling on the same route. - Late payment surcharge: 1.25% per month is levied on late payments. - The Board of Directors reserves the right to alter fees with five months' notice. Fee payment options and practical note - Payment timing and invoicing: Fees are payable on or before the first day of term; invoices and billing notices set the due dates and payment instructions. For payment queries or to request payment details, contact the school's enquiries address for the campus. Summarising statement - The published basic fees cover tuition, lunch and school transport for the 2025/2026 academic year (annual figures shown above), with deposits charged once on joining and refundable at the end of the final term after clearance. Billing is by two or three tranches depending on year group; discounts, penalties and additional charges (activity, examination and uniform costs) apply as set out above.	Fee details Application and admission fees - Application fee: KES 5,500 (one‑off, non‑refundable). - Enrolment (registration) fee for new students: KES 44,000 (one‑off, non‑refundable). Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual total where shown) - Early Years Foundation (per term): KES 152,000 — Annual total KES 456,000. - Early Years 1 (per term): KES 224,000 — Annual total KES 672,000. - Early Years 2 (per term): KES 224,000 — Annual total KES 672,000. - Year 1 (per term): KES 252,000 — Annual total KES 756,000. - Year 2 (per term): KES 280,000 — Annual total KES 840,000. - Year 3 (per term): KES 294,000 — Annual total KES 882,000. - Year 4 (per term): KES 336,000 — Annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 5 (per term): KES 336,000 — Annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 6 (per term): KES 336,000 — Annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 7 (per term): KES 406,000 — Annual total KES 1,218,000. - Year 8 (per term): KES 420,000 — Annual total KES 1,260,000. - Year 9 (per term): KES 420,000 — Annual total KES 1,260,000. - Year 10 (per term): KES 448,000 — Annual total KES 1,344,000. - Year 11: Fees are collected over two trimesters (two billings); per billing shown as KES 672,000 (i.e., KES 672,000 per billing × 2 billings = annual KES 1,344,000). - Year 12 (A‑Level): Fees are shown as KES 700,000 per term (Year 12 list indicates two billings for senior candidates) — annual KES 1,400,000. - Year 13 (A‑Level): KES 700,000 per term — annual KES 1,400,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates on a trimester basis for most year groups; all trimester fees must be paid in advance by the set deadlines communicated before each trimester. - Candidates in Years 11–13 have their costs (excluding transport) collected over two trimesters (two billings per academic year). - Late payment penalty: KES 5,000 per month will be charged if fees are not paid by the due dates. - Withdrawal: A trimester's written notice is required, or payment of one trimester's fee in lieu of notice. Notices must be submitted during the first week of the final term the child is attending. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as part of the school's fee schedule; the school is operated as a day school (bus/transport is provided for day pupils). Other costs and optional charges - School text book deposit (refundable): typically KES 25,000 for Early Years/Primary groups and KES 50,000 for senior years where indicated. - Lunch (optional, per term): Early Years KES 28,500; Primary KES 43,000; Year 10 day scholars KES 50,000 per term; Year 11 day scholars KES 100,000 per billing/term where shown; Years 11–13 lunch billed in line with their two billings. - School transport (per term, return and one‑way rates vary by zone): example zone return fares include KES 60,000 for central/Nairobi zones and higher amounts for outer zones (detailed zone schedule applies). - Medical evacuation cover (annual): KES 2,200 per academic year (charged per trimester where shown). - Individual music lessons (per instrument): KES 20,000 per term (KES 60,000 per year when taken across three trimesters). - Selected clubs and activities with separate fees (examples listed): swimming breakfast KES 8,000 per term, skating club KES 8,000 per term, organic soap skincare club KES 15,000 per term. - Optional/ancillary charges for specific activities, exams, trips or specialist resources may be charged in addition to tuition. Discounts, deposits and refundable items - Sibling discounts on tuition only: 1st child pays full fees; 2nd child 5% discount; 3rd child 10%; 4th child and above 15% (applied to tuition fees only). - Textbook deposits are refundable subject to the school's deposit/refund conditions. Refund and non‑refund rules - Application and enrolment (registration) fees are one‑off and non‑refundable. - School textbook deposits are refundable under the school's refund conditions. - Withdrawal prior to the end of term requires a term's notice or payment of one trimester's fee in lieu of notice; this is the operational rule for fee cessation and relates to refund/credit handling on withdrawal. Fee payment options and administrative procedures - Payments are accepted via bank transfers and mobile payment channels; parents are required to follow the school's payment instructions and to send proof of payment to the school accounts contact as instructed by the school. - Parents should ensure payments include the pupil's full name and payment narration as required by the school's accounts office. Notes on timing and applicability - The figures above reflect the published official fee schedule in the school's current fee document and summaries available for the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 cycles; Year 11–13 billing is handled as two billings per academic year rather than three separate trimester bills. If you need any specific single line items presented in a different currency or formatted for a database import, those conversions can be provided separately.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the National Curriculum with additional learning opportunities to extend and enrich the core program. The curriculum covers Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. The curriculum aims to be balanced, broad and relevant to learners, providing opportunities to be active, to enjoy and to achieve, and developing confident individuals and responsible global citizens. Core features include Performing Arts, Sports, Active Lifestyles, Personalised Learning and Outdoor Learning. Examinations are offered by Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels), BTEC Level 3 and Pearson Edexcel Certification.	Curriculum details —
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Braeburn Sixth Form offers A-levels or a blended programme combining A levels with BTEC, with six teaching hours per subject. The programme includes a Life Skills component and extensive careers guidance and university admissions support, including mock interviews. Alumni have secured places at universities worldwide, including Oxford University, University College London, University of Pennsylvania, University of British Columbia, Maastricht University, Rhodes University and the University of Cape Town.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Personalised Learning Department provides support and challenge materials for very able students.	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 1. Visit or chat: Before starting the admissions process, visit Braeburn School for a tour or have an informal chat with the headteacher if you are outside the country. This step provides context on the school's environment and programs. Final admission is subject to an interview with the headteacher. Upon successful completion of the admissions process, a letter confirming placement and the start date is issued. 2. Apply and offer: Complete the application form and pay a small non-refundable registration fee. An offer is made in writing, depending on places available. If a place cannot be accommodated immediately, the child will be placed on a waiting list. 3. Admissions testing and interview: The process may include pre- and post-admission testing to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum. Final admission is confirmed after an interview with the headteacher. 4. Documentation and start: Provide required documents (copies of passport or birth certificate, the previous two reports, and leaving certificate). After the process is completed, a placement letter with the start date is issued. 5. Year entry and placement: Entry can occur at any time of the year; age-based placement follows year-group guidelines. Waiting lists apply when a year group is full, and siblings may receive priority in admissions when relevant. English as an additional language support is available as appropriate, with testing to determine proficiency and the level of support.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships Braeburn School offers Sixth Form Scholarships for the August 2026 intake. Applicants must submit strong predicted grades, academic and pastoral references, and a personal letter of motivation. Exceptional Academic-based Scholarship requires seven A or A* grades at IGCSE, including English and Mathematics. Exceptional Talent-based Scholarship requires exceptional ability in Drama, Music, or Sport, with a minimum grade C or above in IGCSE/GCSE English and Mathematics. The application deadline is 27 June 2026. To apply, download the Braeburn School Scholarship Application form, complete it, and submit it with the required documents.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist Where 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 at the school.	Waitlist —
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