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Kilimani International School is a private online Christian school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. It delivers the American Curriculum in a Christ-centered, mastery-based learning environment that lets students learn at their own pace from home using a high-tech online campus. The Elementary program covers mathematics, grammar, spelling, science, social studies, language arts, Bible and penmanship; Middle School emphasizes language arts, reading, math, science, social studies and Bible studies; and High School offers open enrollment with a flexible curriculum and customized course tracks to support individual career interests. The online platform provides personalized learning plans, adaptive resources and progress tracking to help students achieve mastery before progressing. The school centers its community on a biblical worldview and encourages faith-based service in partnership with families and churches. This structure enables a rigorous academic experience within a supportive Christian community, accessible to international families seeking an American-style education from home today.
St. Austin's Academy is a private Kenyan school serving ages 2 to 18, offering a continuous curriculum from Kindergarten through A Levels. The Early Years use a play‑based approach with an outdoor learning area, developing social, emotional and physical skills alongside early literacy. Kiswahili begins in Year 1 and French develops through speaking and listening before reading and writing. The Junior School emphasizes English and Mathematics while building language and numeracy through structured play. Lower Secondary follows the British National Curriculum (Key Stage 3), with external assessments in English, Mathematics, Science and ICT, preparing pupils for IGCSE study. Upper Secondary offers Cambridge IGCSE, AS‑Level and A‑Level qualifications, with a strong co‑curricular/PSHE program and opportunities such as the President's Award Scheme and East African Model United Nations. Facilities include competition‑size swimming pool, two music rooms, a dining hall, state‑of‑the‑art science labs, libraries, playing fields, a basketball court and an art room.
Nairobi Waldorf School Trust provides an Kenya-based day school for ages 1 to 18. The curriculum blends the Waldorf Steiner approach with International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) offered at Karen Campus and Pearson BTEC qualifications in Business and Art & Design (Levels 2 and 3). English and Swahili are studied from early years, with French taught in upper years and IB language options including French B, Swahili B, or French Ab Initio. The school educates the head, heart, and hands through Main Lesson blocks and a class-teacher approach that accompanies a cohort from early years through primary. Learning integrates academics with movement and the arts: music and singing in early years, crafts, woodwork, drama, and visual arts in later grades, plus BTEC pathways. Co-curriculars feature swimming, soccer, basketball, and arts. Governance is by the Nairobi Waldorf School Trust, with a Board of Trustees, a Pedagogical Team, and a Management Team.
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.
West Nairobi School is a private, co-educational day school in Karen, Nairobi, serving students aged 4 to 18 with a North American curriculum taught in English. The program includes American Curriculum courses with Advanced Placement, offering a broad range from Biology and Calculus AB to English Language and Composition, European History, and AP Capstone Diploma. Online courses are available through NorthStar Academy. The school is accredited by MSA-CESS and ACSI and joined the Network of International Christian Schools. The two-semester school year runs August–December and January–May/June, with two graduation tracks: College Preparatory Diploma (24 credits) and Academic Honors Diploma (27 credits). Facilities include state-of-the-art computer labs and multimedia classrooms, plus ELL and Educational Resource Services as needed. Co-curriculars cover arts, technology, and athletics; ABRSM music exams are hosted on site, and Model United Nations is offered. Languages include foreign options via NorthStar, and a strong emphasis on service and leadership.
Brookhurst International School is a coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving ages 3 to 18. It delivers a framework with the British National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB Diploma Programme and BTEC qualifications. Core subjects include English, Kiswahili and Mathematics, with sciences and humanities and a foreign language (French, German or Mandarin) offered as a core subject. The school operates on campuses, Kiserian in Kajiado and Lavington in Nairobi, the former on expansive grounds and the latter with a swimming pool. Facilities include 31 classrooms, ICT centers with interactive boards and VR goggles, four libraries. Boarding houses are Wangari Maathai House (girls) and Heroes Tower (boys). Programs include the Aviation Program with Private Pilot License training; a broad sports program and clubs such as Model United Nations, Debate Team, Music, Drama and Art. Global awareness.
Cavina School is a British-curriculum preparatory school for children aged two to 13, on a leafy Kilimani campus in Nairobi. Founded in 1950, it sits on spacious grounds with natural ecosystems and a well-equipped science laboratory. The school is divided into Pre-prep and Prep and follows the British framework, culminating in the Common Entrance exam in the final year with eight core subjects: Mathematics, English, French, Science, British History, Geography, Scripture, and Latin. English is central, with language and literature taught to all pupils. By age 13, pupils study three languages and undertake independent projects and broader learning experiences. Facilities include a modern music school with dedicated rooms and ensembles, and extensive sports facilities, including a 25-metre pool and cricket facilities. The Cavina mission is rooted in a God-honouring Christian philosophy, and the program emphasizes outdoor expeditions and a wide range of clubs and service opportunities.
The Deutsche Schule Nairobi is a German curriculum school for ages 1 to 18, with Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary divisions on campus in Gigiri, Nairobi, opposite Village Market. The school is affiliated with Germany and follows KMK standards for Sekundarstufe, enabling Hauptschulabschluss, Realschulabschluss and Deutsches Internationales Abitur. German is the language of instruction in all subjects, while Geography is taught in English and History is taught bilingually in German and English; French is introduced from Class 6 as a second foreign language. The curriculum develops linguistic competence in German and English, analytical thinking, scientific work, societal responsibility and cultural openness. The campus features classrooms, specialist rooms and facilities for sport, including a large field with a tribune, volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, a heated swimming pool and five playgrounds. Solar energy provides electricity. After-school activities include STEM & Robotics, Junior Choir and Cooking Club. Its 50th anniversary was in 2019.
Braeside Lavington is a co-educational international school in Nairobi, Kenya, offering education from Early Years Foundation Stage (age 2) to Sixth Form (age 17). The school provides an international version of the National Curriculum of England, with programmes including the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and a BTEC Qualification. Founded in 1994, it now serves students from over 50 nationalities, emphasising flexibility, creativity, and international-mindedness. It is organised into EYFS, Primary, Middle, and Upper School sections, with open communication between home and school underpinning success. Facilities include two age-appropriate libraries, a Music room, three computing suites, an Art room, four Science Laboratories, and a fully equipped Food Laboratory. A 420-seat theatre complements playing fields, a basketball court, and a 25-metre swimming pool (with a dedicated Early Years pool). The campus also features a large dining facility, counselling and nursing spaces, a bus fleet, and secure parking, supporting a broad curriculum with sport and creative arts integral to school life.
Herald International School in Kenya offers a British-Curr Curriculum education with Cambridge Primary for Year 1 to Year 6 (ages 5 to 11) and a programme to age 16. English is taught as a first or second language alongside mathematics, science, Cambridge Global Perspectives and ICT. The Cambridge Primary framework provides clear learning objectives and supports progression across core subjects, with Cambridge Primary assessments such as Progression Tests and Checkpoint to track progress over time. The school emphasises spiral progression and ongoing professional development for staff, including the Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers. Facilities include a library and an ICT Suite; every classroom has internet-connected computers, and ICT is used for computer studies weekly. PSHCE is delivered following SEAL. After-school clubs include Football, Art Club, Le Club Francais, Science Club and Music Club, along with educational visits and annual performances such as a musical concert and other events.
Woodland Star International School is an international day school located in Tigoni, near Nairobi, Kenya. The school serves ages 2 to 16 and offers an international curriculum drawn from American and Australian frameworks implemented through transformational and theme-based learning. Classes are multi-age on a single campus, with flexible pacing and rolling admissions that support individual growth and social-emotional development. A distinctive feature is daily forest-based learning, with sessions beginning in the school's surrounding forest and outdoor spaces that form a consistent part of the curriculum. The campus hosts a Green Focus program, indigenous forest restoration effort, a wetland project, and solar energy initiatives that reinforce environmental stewardship. The ImaginEd concept fosters innovation and co-created spaces for creativity in arts, science, technology, and language. The school emphasizes student ownership, growth mindset, and partnerships with families, guided by Village Rules that shape relationships across educational and social life. Cognia accreditation is pursued.
Viraj International Academy is a co-educational day and boarding school in Kenya serving learners from 3 to 18. The school offers a blended Kenyan National Curriculum via Competency-Based Education and the Cambridge International Curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, and a Bespoke Curriculum, complemented by Montessori Education for the early years. The Global Curriculum combines Kenyan and Cambridge approaches to provide an internationally minded program. Since opening in 2015, the academy has grown into a campus with modern facilities, including fully equipped computer labs, science laboratories, smart classrooms, a library, and dining services, plus comfortable boarding houses with 24/7 supervision. The sporting program features swimming, track and field, and inter-school competitions, alongside a broad extracurricular offering. A distinctive feature is the integrated approach that pairs Kenyan education standards with Cambridge qualifications, supported by CSR initiatives and a Student Council to foster leadership and community engagement.
The Nairobi Academy is a private, coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving students from age 2 to 19. The school offers a multi-path secondary curriculum, combining the British Curriculum with Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, A Levels, BTEC qualifications and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It is authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme and is pursuing authorization for the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Career-related Programme. Admissions begin from Year 8 (11+), with pathways for KCSE students to pursue GCE A-Levels, BTEC and IBDP. Facilities include modern classrooms with projectors; a gym and PE room; an Art room and a video theatre; dedicated science laboratories for each subject; two ICT rooms and a well-equipped library. The school has extensive sports facilities, including a 25-metre swimming pool, with major sports such as cricket, hockey, rugby, soccer, as well as rounders and netball. Extra-curriculars cover debate, MUN, coding, robotics, music, drama, film/photography, and community service, with Friday activities compulsory.
Rusinga Schools offers a British Curriculum alongside a Christian ethos for learners aged 1 to 18. The school provides learning journey from early years to secondary, aligning international standards with values-based education. In the early years, children engage in phonics, number play, and social development within a supportive environment that fosters curiosity. Primary and secondary grades follow the British framework, with progression through key stages, guided by assessment criteria familiar to international families. Across the school, lessons emphasize inquiry, collaboration, and clear communication, helping students develop independence and responsibility. The Christian curriculum informs daily routines, character education, and community-minded service in a context that respects diverse backgrounds. For overseas families, the school offers continuity of international schooling in Kenya, with staff experienced in supporting international learners and ensuring a smooth transition between stages. The result is a values-based path from 1 through 18 that prepares students for education and citizenship.
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.
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.
Riara International School delivers a UK-aligned programme in Kenya for learners aged 4 to 16, spanning EYFS, the British Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary. The international programme uses the British National Curriculum framework, developing knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes to support self-fulfilment and active citizenship. Kindergarten operates within Riara Annex 3 Campus, with classrooms, a library, an ICT centre, a music room and a play centre. On campus, facilities include Play Park, a swimming pool, a dining area, and spaces for academic work, music and play. Co-curricular activities feature dance, gymnastics and swimming; Pre-Primary 2 learners study the descant recorder, with optional piano and ballet. Arts and creative options include Art Club, Chess Club, and instrumental lessons (Piano, Guitar, Clarinet), plus Dance & Fitness and Skating. Termly educational trips in Nairobi County, and lifestyle, social and community clubs broaden learning beyond the classroom, including Chess Club and Art Club.
Millennium Global International School is in Kitisuru, Nairobi, Kenya delivering the Pearson Edexcel curriculum for learners aged 3 to 18. The program runs from Early Years through International A Levels, including Edexcel Early Years (EYS), Key Stages 1–3, IGCSE and International A Levels, and operates as a Pearson Teaching and Learning Centre and Examinations Centre approved by the Kenyan Ministry of Education and KNEC. The school emphasizes independent thinking and a holistic approach, with broad co- and extracurricular activities. Sports facilities include swimming, soccer, volleyball, basketball and table tennis, while clubs span STEM & Robotics, Chess and Coding, Ballet and Drama, and Panda Environmental Club run by WWF-Kenya. Millennium Global notes a 10:1 student–teacher ratio and a philosophy inspired by Prince Aga Khan prioritising values, independence and all-round growth. Recognitions include Judges Award (2022), 2023 awards, Pearson Outstanding Learner Award (2023), and 2025 World Education Congress Outstanding School Award today.
Braeside Thika is a co-educational international school in Thika, Kenya, serving ages 2–18 with boarding. It follows the British National Curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and BTEC Level 3 qualifications, with Early Years Foundation Stage included. Examinations are Cambridge International; ABRSM music examinations form part of the assessment framework. The curriculum includes Performing Arts, Sports, Active Lifestyles and Outdoor Learning, supported by a Personalised Learning Department to tailor learning for every student. Braeburn Group operates the school, housed in modern buildings with ICT-enabled classrooms, 6th Form area, a library, a music room, two computing suites, science laboratories, and a Food and Nutrition room. The campus features a 25-metre swimming pool, Early Years pool, playing fields, dining facility, sick bay and transport. Distinctives include East Africa Model United Nations (EAMUN) and World Scholars programs, plus arts and sports opportunities, CAS and PA for global citizens.
Emerald International School is a day school for ages 4 to 16, offering Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) and the British Curriculum (IGCSE). ACE is a Bible-based, mastery‑learning program that runs Foundation to High School (Kindergarten to Grade 12) with an option to switch to IGCSE at Year 7. Accredited in 2009, ACE graduates have a 100% university transition rate. In 2016 the school moved to a 10‑acre campus on Ngong Road with modern, tech-enabled facilities and ongoing investment. The IGCSE option provides over 70 subjects, is Pearson EdExcel approved, and Emerald is a Pearson Exam Center. The campus emphasizes wholesome character development alongside academics. Extracurriculars span sports—soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, skating, swimming—and clubs such as Drama, Music, Chess and Checkers, English, Art, and the Environmental Club. Kiswahili is offered, and the English National Curriculum (iLower/IGCSE) guides the British pathway, providing an internationally oriented education for families overseas. Supports global readiness.
Premier Academy Nairobi is a co-educational day school delivering an adapted British National Curriculum for students aged 2½ to 19 years. Located along Prof. Wangari Maathai Road, Nairobi, it draws on 30 years of experience with a team of over 100 educators. The curriculum follows the Cambridge framework within the British system. In Prep School (Key Stages 1 and 2), pupils study English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, and Kiswahili, with French and Spanish introduced from Year 3; Cambridge Primary assessments are taken annually. Middle School (Years 7–9) follows Cambridge Lower Secondary, while High School (Years 10–13) offers IGCSE with nine subjects plus core English, English Literature, and a Modern Foreign Language, and AS/A-Levels. The campus features six computer laboratories and nine science laboratories, along with libraries, a computerized resource centre, and three swimming pools, plus cricket, hockey, football pitches, and a basketball court. ECO-ONE and clubs support the holistic, global-minded program.
The Soma International School (SIS) is a private day and boarding school in Juja, Kenya. Founded in 2024, SIS offers a multi-curriculum program that includes American Curriculum, British Cambridge Curriculum (Primary and Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Islamic Studies, and the Kenyan Curriculum as part of its integrated approach. The school serves students aged 4 to 18, with day and boarding options. The curriculum blends academic study with Islamic values, discipline, and holistic development to prepare students as future leaders with character and a global outlook. The campus is nestled amidst lush greenery and features outdoor classrooms, secluded reading nooks, specialist science laboratories, and well-stocked libraries with digital resources. Facilities include tennis and basketball courts, playing fields, a drama studio, and a swimming pool. SIS emphasizes an extracurricular program, including science and technology, arts and drama, robotics, debates, and community service, with a weekly activity requirement and leadership opportunities.
Potterhouse School is a Christian values-based day school in Runda, Nairobi, educating pupils aged 2 to 18. Established in 2002, it follows an adapted form of the British National Curriculum across Kindergarten to High School. The Kindergarten serves ages 2–5, followed by Key Stage One and Two, then Key Stages Three and Four (Years 7–11). Core subjects include English, Mathematics, the Sciences, Global Citizenship, History, Geography, Art, Music, French and Swahili. Year 11 takes IGCSE examinations; Year 10 begins IGCSE preparation with a minimum of five subjects, including Mathematics, English and at least one Science, with Literature also required. Progression options include A‑Levels (Years 12–13), BTEC qualifications or IB options, with guidance provided by the Mentoring, Guidance and Counselling Department. The school welcomes diverse nationalities and offers a Music Resource Centre with ABRSM preparation, a school band, LEGO Education and KUMON, and a Dolphin swimming program that broadens global opportunities.
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.
International School of Kenya (ISK) is a private, non‑profit international school in Nairobi serving ages 3 to 18. Established in 1976 through a partnership between the United States and Canadian governments, ISK offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in grades 11–12 alongside a four‑year ISK High School Diploma and a U.S. and Canadian‑influenced American curriculum framework. The school teaches English and integrates global perspectives across Elementary, Middle, and High School, with grade‑specific courses in English, science, mathematics, world languages (French, Spanish, Kiswahili), health, arts, and physical education. The 40‑acre campus features a competition swimming pool, four basketball courts, multiple playing fields, five tennis courts, and a new Track & Field facility (2023–24). The campus houses a 30,000‑book library, Design & Innovation spaces, a Design & Art Center, and a one‑to‑one technology program. Co‑curriculars include robotics, MUN, Green Initiatives, and extensive arts, music, and service programs. This combination supports diverse learners.
Brookhurst International School is a coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving ages 3 to 18. It delivers a framework with the British National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB Diploma Programme and BTEC qualifications. Core subjects include English, Kiswahili and Mathematics, with sciences and humanities and a foreign language (French, German or Mandarin) offered as a core subject. The school operates on campuses, Kiserian in Kajiado and Lavington in Nairobi, the former on expansive grounds and the latter with a swimming pool. Facilities include 31 classrooms, ICT centers with interactive boards and VR goggles, four libraries. Boarding houses are Wangari Maathai House (girls) and Heroes Tower (boys). Programs include the Aviation Program with Private Pilot License training; a broad sports program and clubs such as Model United Nations, Debate Team, Music, Drama and Art. Global awareness.
Kenton College Preparatory School is a co-educational British-curriculum prep school in Nairobi, Kenya, serving ages 3 to 13. The Junior School follows the English National Curriculum, with subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, ICT, Kiswahili, Religious Studies, Art, Design Technology, Music and PE, with French from Year 4. Languages taught include Kiswahili, French, Spanish and Latin, with specialist teachers for some subjects. Year 8 pupils have earned scholarships to next schools, with over 85% achieving A*-B in English Common Entrance since 2018. The 35-acre campus houses the Davies Music Gallery, two computing labs, a Design & Technology studio, an Art Room with pottery wheels, two libraries, and a wellness centre. Sports facilities include four grass pitches, an eight-lane pool, AstroTurf, three tennis courts and cricket nets; a Sports Hall is forthcoming. After-school clubs include STEM, performing arts, languages and leadership, with the Kenton Award underpinning development and growth.
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