Brookhurst International School vs Viraj International Academy
Brookhurst International School and Viraj International Academy are both in Nairobi. Both schools offer Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels programmes. Brookhurst International School also offers British, Cambridge International AS Levels, IB and BTEC Qualification, and Viraj International Academy also offers Montessori and Bespoke. Published annual fees are KES 140,000 - 1,485,500 at Brookhurst International School and KES 178,000 - 720,200 at Viraj International Academy, which puts Brookhurst International School roughly 81% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Brookhurst International School is the larger school, with around 700 pupils to Viraj International Academy's 156. Typical class sizes are 12 at Brookhurst International School and 25 at Viraj International Academy.
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification
Curriculum
Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
700
Pupils
156
Typical class size
Typical class size
12
Typical class size
25
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2015
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Two campuses in Kenya: Lavington, Nairobi County, and Kiserian, Kajiado County.
Location
The school has a Nairobi, Kenya location. The campus address is Viraj Road, Off Quarry Road, P.O. Box 76018-00508, Nairobi, Kenya. The location is viewable on Google Maps.
Stages
Stages
Early Years Foundation Stage; Preparatory School; High School; Sixth Form; IB World. The school follows the British national curriculum, accredited by Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel, for students from Year 1 to A level.
Stages
Montessori Program; Junior School; Middle School; Senior School
School type
School type
Coeducational day and boarding school.
School type
The school is a co-educational day and boarding institution.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Kenya
Country affiliation
Kenya
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Non-denominational; welcomes all faiths.
Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
The school has a bus service with extensive route coverage; buses serve key residential areas; professional drivers and attendants; comfortable seating with safety belts; regular servicing; real-time coordination; secure handovers at pickup points.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application / Admission fees
- Interview and psychometric test: KES 5,000 per applicant. - Admission (one‑off): KES 15,000. - Caution money (refundable subject to school rules): KES 20,000. - Beddings for boarders (one‑off, without bed sheets): KES 10,000.
Tuition fees — Kiserian Campus (day and boarding figures shown where applicable)
- Preparatory / Early Years (per term): Tuition KES 107,395; Meals/refreshments add KES 30,000 (day) for a per‑term total shown as KES 137,395 for day students. Boarding option adds boarding component so combined amount is shown as KES 220,230. - Year 1 (per term): Tuition KES 107,395; Meals KES 30,000 (day). Boarding combined amount shown as KES 220,230. - Year 2 (per term): Tuition KES 134,590; Meals KES 30,000 (day); Boarding combined amount shown as KES 259,660. - Years 3–6 (per term): Tuition KES 157,700; Meals KES 35,000 (day); Boarding combined amount shown as KES 282,770. - Years 7–9 (per term): Tuition KES 206,640; Meals KES 35,000 (day); Boarding combined amount shown as KES 380,640. - Year 10 (per term): Tuition KES 231,110; Meals KES 35,000 (day); Boarding combined amount shown as KES 405,110. - Year 11 (senior junior cycle) — annual amount and instalment option: Day students — annual KES 966,740, payable in two instalments (Term 1: KES 450,790; Term 2: KES 483,370). Boarding students — annual KES 1,344,470, payable in two equal instalments (Term 1: KES 672,235; Term 2: KES 672,235). - Year 12 (A‑level / sixth form) — annual amount and instalment option: Day students — annual KES 1,068,680, payable in two instalments (Term 1: KES 490,930; Term 2: KES 534,340). Boarding students — annual KES 1,424,750, payable in two equal instalments (Term 1: KES 712,375; Term 2: KES 712,375). - Year 13 (A‑level / sixth form) — annual amount and instalment option: Day students — annual KES 1,117,640, payable in two instalments (Term 1: KES 521,305; Term 2: KES 558,820). Boarding students — annual KES 1,485,500, payable in two instalments (Term 1: KES 742,750; Term 2: KES 672,235). - BTEC courses (per term): Tuition KES 285,870; Meals KES 35,000 (day). Boarding combined amount shown as KES 459,870.
Tuition fees — Lavington Campus (day only; boarding is offered at Kiserian only)
- Early Years: KES 150,000 (full day) or KES 140,000 (half day). - Years 1–2: KES 207,200 (per term). - Years 3–4: KES 226,600 (per term). - Years 5–6: KES 245,990 (per term). - Years 7–8: KES 271,900 (per term). - Year 9: KES 297,800 (per term). - Year 10: KES 323,700 (per term). - Year 11 — annual and instalment detail: Annual KES 1,182,950, payable in two instalments: Term 1 KES 591,475 and Term 2 KES 591,475 (due in September and January). - Year 12 — annual and instalment detail: Annual KES 1,222,400, payable in two instalments: Term 1 KES 611,200 and Term 2 KES 611,200. - Year 13 — annual and instalment detail: Annual KES 1,237,400, payable in two instalments: Term 1 KES 618,700 and Term 2 KES 618,700. - Aviation program: Fees for the aviation pathway are provided at admission and are paid separately.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard school billing is termly; school fees are payable in full before the start of every term. A two‑instalment option is available where stated (commonly used for Years 11–13). Parents who wish to pay termly for Years 11 and 13 must inform the school in advance. - For Year 11 and Year 13 the annual fee is split into two equal instalments due in September and January unless alternate termly arrangements are agreed in advance. - Late payment surcharge: 2% per month applied on overdue balances. - Withdrawal and notice: One full term's written notice is required to withdraw a student. Failure to give one term's notice incurs a charge equal to one term's fee.
Boarding fees and boarding‑related charges (Kiserian campus only)
- Boarding component (per term) is shown alongside tuition for each year group in the Kiserian campus fee listing; combined totals are provided for boarding students (examples: Early Years combined KES 220,230 per term; Years 3–6 combined KES 282,770 per term; Years 7–9 combined KES 380,640 per term). Weekly boarding (optional) KES 20,000 per term. - Beddings (one‑off) KES 10,000.
Other recurring and one‑off charges
- Transport (per term) — Kiserian day routes example: KES 66,000 per term (two‑way, selected routes); Lavington transport zones have tiered two‑way per‑term rates (examples: Zone A KES 49,800 per term; Zone B KES 55,400; Zone C KES 60,800; Zone D KES 66,200; Zone E KES 80,400; Zone F KES 85,800). One‑way charge is normally 50% of the two‑way rate. - Clinical/medical fee (termly): Day scholars KES 5,000 per term; boarders KES 10,000 per term (Kiserian). Lavington shows a medical fee KES 7,000 (paid termly). - Sports and Talent Development activities (termly): Day scholars KES 10,000 (Kiserian) / KES 15,000 (Lavington); Boarders KES 20,000 (Kiserian). - Textbooks, exercise books and subscriptions: KES 35,000 per year. - Meals / Lunches / Refreshments: KES 30,000–35,000 per term depending on year group and campus (examples given per year group in campus fee listings). - Graduation fees: Preparatory KES 10,000; Seniors (Years 11 and 13) KES 15,000.
Refunds and credits
- School fees are not refundable once paid; the school requires payment in full before the start of each term and states that fees paid are non‑refundable. Failure to give the required one‑term withdrawal notice results in a charge equal to one term's fee.
Fee payment options and instructions
- Cash payments are not accepted on campus. Payments are accepted via bank deposit / bank transfer and via the school Paybill numbers; parents must email or WhatsApp the deposit slip with the student's name and year to the campus accounts contact provided. USD payments are accepted but converted using the prevailing market exchange rate. - Primary bank accounts and Paybill numbers provided for fee payments (use student name on deposit): - Equity Bank (KES): Account 0010260550844, Branch: Four Ways; Paybill: 247247. Equity USD account: 0010260550853. - Standard Chartered (KES): Account 0102023806400, Branch: Chiromo; Paybill: 329329. Standard Chartered (USD) account: 8752523806400. - Family Bank (KES): Account 068000010111 (Family Bank Towers); Paybill: 222111 (Account: 160072 Student Name). Family Bank (USD): 068000030947. - Email for deposit slips and payment queries: accounts@brookhurstschool.or.ke (Kiserian) and BISLavington@brookhurstschool.or.ke (Lavington). WhatsApp payment tracing numbers are published for each campus—use the campus contact number when sending confirmations.
Other notes about fees and discounts
- Family discounts apply to tuition only: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th child 30%; 5th and subsequent children 40%. Transport family discount up to 50% for the second and subsequent child on the same route.
Fee details
Application and admission fees - Application fee (paid once): KES 7,500 for Kenyan National Curriculum (KNC) and British National/Cambridge (BNC/CAIE) pathways; KES 5,000 for Montessori early-years admissions where published. - ERS (annual administrative levy): KES 1,300 per year (applies across fee schedules). - Caution / security deposit (paid once): varies by programme — commonly KES 10,000 for early years and some KNC listings, and KES 20,000 for secondary and boarding students in the BNC/Cambridge schedule. The caution deposit is refundable subject to the school's withdrawal and clearance procedures.
Tuition (school) fees and meals — amounts per academic year and per term - Montessori (Early Years – Pink / Blue / Green classes): School fee KES 124,800 per academic year (payable termly at KES 41,600). Meals (day school) KES 51,900 per academic year (payable termly at KES 17,300).
- Kenyan National Curriculum (KNC) — School fee / Meals / Boarding (examples by stage): - Lower Primary (Grade 1–3): School fee KES 224,250 per year (payable termly at KES 74,750); Meals KES 72,000 per year (payable termly at KES 24,000). Boarding: N/A for this stage in the published schedule. - Upper Primary (Grade 4–6): School fee KES 238,050 per year (payable termly at KES 79,350); Meals KES 66,000 per year (payable termly at KES 22,000); Boarding KES 181,500 per year (payable termly at KES 60,500). - Junior Secondary (Grade 7–9): School fee KES 269,850 per year (payable termly at KES 89,950); Meals KES 69,600 per year (payable termly at KES 23,200); Boarding KES 188,250 per year (payable termly at KES 62,750). - Senior Secondary (Grade 10–12): School fee KES 325,350 per year (payable termly at KES 108,450); Meals KES 74,550 per year (payable termly at KES 24,850); Boarding KES 202,950 per year (payable termly at KES 67,650).
- British National / Cambridge (BNC / CAIE) — School fee / Meals / Boarding (examples by key stage): - Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2): School fee KES 290,850 per year (payable termly at KES 96,950); Lunch KES 72,000 per year (payable termly at KES 24,000). Boarding: N/A. - Lower Key Stage 2 (Year 3–4): School fee KES 321,450 per year (payable termly at KES 107,150); Lunch KES 72,000 per year (Yr 4 reduced amounts may apply as published). Boarding: N/A. - Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5–6): School fee KES 343,950 per year (payable termly at KES 114,650); Lunch KES 66,000 per year (payable termly at KES 22,000); Boarding KES 181,500 per year (payable termly at KES 60,500). - Key Stage 3 (Year 7–9): School fee KES 393,300 per year (payable termly at KES 131,100); Lunch KES 69,600 per year (payable termly at KES 23,200); Boarding KES 188,250 per year (payable termly at KES 62,750). - IGCSE (Year 10–11): School fee KES 427,800 per year (payable in two instalments in Term 1 & Term 2 at KES 213,900); Lunch KES 73,000 per year (payable in the same two instalments); Boarding KES 200,600 per year (payable in two instalments). - A‑Levels (Year 12–13): School fee KES 573,900 per year (payable in two instalments in Term 1 & Term 2 at KES 286,950); Lunch KES 74,800 per year (same instalment pattern); Boarding KES 203,000 per year (same instalment pattern).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Termly billing: Standard practice is termly invoicing; school fees are payable in full on or before the opening date of each term. Some senior programmes (IGCSE / A‑Level) are billed in two instalments across Term 1 and Term 2 as published. - Reservation fee: A minimum reservation fee equivalent to 50% of the school fees may be required to reserve a place; this reservation fee is non‑refundable if the applicant withdraws but is transferable to school fees on admission completion. - Late payment and penalties: Outstanding amounts after term commencement incur a cumulative administrative/late payment charge at 3% per month on the outstanding balance. - Notice for withdrawal: A full term's written notice (submitted on or before the opening day of the term) is required for withdrawal; absent that notice a full term's fee is payable. - General treatment of fees: Published fee schedules state that fees are non‑transferable and not prorated; ancillary charges (examination fees, trip/activity fees, co‑curricular fees, specialist fees) are not included in the headline school fee figures and are billed separately as required.
Boarding fees and rules - Boarding fees are charged separately from day-school tuition and vary by level (examples listed above under each curriculum). Boarding is optional unless otherwise advised and generally applies to older students in secondary / senior stages. Boarding fees do not include pocket money; pocket money must be deposited with the school accounts office. Boarding admissions are subject to the school's boarding house rules.
Transport (optional) and other recurring costs - Transport (per term, optional) is charged by zone. Typical zone charges per term published include: Zone A KES 21,800; Zone B KES 23,600; Zone C KES 26,000; Zone D KES 27,000; Zone E KES 29,000; Zone F (shuttle service) KES 17,000; Zone G (Viraj Village) KES 8,500. One‑way transport is charged at 70% of the zone rate. - Ancillary / optional costs: Examination fees, activity and trip fees, co‑curricular programme fees, specialist tuition, personal stationery and uniform items are charged separately as applicable. Uniform lists are provided for each pathway; uniform costs are not included in the headline tuition figures. - Sibling discount: A 5% discount on school/tuition fees (applies to the younger sibling) is offered under the published terms and conditions.
Refunds and deposits - Caution deposit: The caution/security deposit is refundable subject to adequate written notice, completion of withdrawal procedures, and complying with the school's clearance policies. - School fees: General published terms indicate tuition and related fees are non‑refundable and non‑proratable except where specific refundable deposits (such as the caution fee) are identified and returned under the school's stated conditions. A full term's fee is payable if required notice is not given.
Accepted payment method(s) and invoice details - Payment method as published: Payments are required in advance and the published schedules specify payment by banker's cheque made payable to “Shamji Kalyan Pindoria Ltd” as the invoiced payee; the payment date is taken as the date the original cheque is presented. The school's published terms emphasise that invoices are issued for convenience but parents remain responsible for ensuring payment before the published opening date of term.
Notes on incidental items (summary) - Meals (compulsory for day students) are charged separately and shown per year and per term in each schedule. Transport, boarding and other optional services are extra. Ancillary charges (exams, trips, some activities) are additional. A reservation fee may be required to hold a place. Late payments attract a 3% monthly administrative charge. Caution deposits are refundable under the school's clearance conditions; general tuition is described as non‑refundable and non‑transferable.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The British National Curriculum (BNC) is taught across Early Years, Preparatory School, High School and Sixth Form. The curriculum emphasizes holistic development, with small class sizes and a progression where each stage builds on the previous one; core subjects include English, Kiswahili and Mathematics, the sciences and humanities, and a modern foreign language (French, German or Mandarin) offered as a core subject.
Curriculum details
Kenyan National Curriculum via Competency-Based Education (CBE) and the Cambridge International Curriculum (CAIE). Montessori Program is offered for early years; a Global Curriculum combines Kenyan and Cambridge systems.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Small class sizes and low teacher-to-student ratios.
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Exam results
Exam results
BIS publishes annual academic results, with BIS Academic Results pages for 2020 through 2025 available.
Alumni progress to leading high schools and universities in Kenya and around the world.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Step 01 Contact us: Send an enquiry or book a personalized campus tour; a member of the admissions team will contact you as soon as possible. Step 02 Registration: To begin the application, click Apply Now to apply online or download the necessary forms and deliver them at your campus of choice. After the online application is received, a member of the admissions team will contact you. Step 03 Admission Interview: After registration, the child will be invited to take an assessment and interview conducted by the school principal or a senior leadership team member. There are no assessments for students under age 6. Admission requirements: IGCSE entry is from Year 1 (5+ years old) to Year 10 (15+ years old). A Level entry requires English language grade C, Mathematics grade C, and a minimum grade C in subjects the student intends to study.
Admissions
1. Application Form: A duly filled admission application form is required and is available at the school or downloadable. The form should have all sections completed accurately. 2. Student Documents: Provide a copy of birth certificate or passport, two recent passport-size photographs, the previous term's report card for transfers, and a leaving certificate from the previous school if applicable. 3. Entrance Assessment: An age-appropriate assessment is conducted for new entrants into primary and secondary levels; Montessori and early years applicants attend a child-friendly observation session instead of a formal test. 4. Parent/Guardian Documents: Provide a copy of national ID, passport, or residence permit, along with updated contact information and emergency details. 5. Medical Report: Submit an up-to-date medical history form and immunization records. 6. Fee Structure & Payments: An admission fee is payable upon confirmation of placement, and termly school fees are due before the start of each term. 7. Additional Requirements (Where Applicable): A special needs evaluation may be required if applicable; a boarding registration form is required for boarding students; a transportation registration form is needed for students using school transport. 8. Admission Timeline: Main intake runs January to March; mid-year admissions occur April to July based on availability; rolling admissions operate for early years (Montessori). Early application is encouraged due to limited spaces. 9. Uniform & Supplies: All students wear the official school uniform; a booklist and stationery requirements are issued upon admission; uniforms are available at designated stores. 10. Parent-Teacher Engagement: Termly meetings, regular academic updates via the portal, and open communication channels with the administration are provided. 11. Transport Services: Safe and reliable transport is available; seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; routes and fees are available upon inquiry. 12.
Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
Merit-based opportunities are available for outstanding students.
