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Kenya, Kisumu
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BKIS was established in 1985 and acquired by Braeburn in 2007. It is part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools and is governed by a seasoned Board of Directors. BKIS comprises an Early Years Foundation Unit (Pre-Crèche, Crèche, FS1 and FS2), Primary (Years 1–6) and Secondary (Years 7–11). It follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with Kenya-specific adaptations, and uses Standard Attainment Tests to monitor progress and identify additional teaching needs.
BKIS has a cosmopolitan and diverse student and parent body with over 10 nationalities. The school fosters a strong community ethos and encourages parental involvement to forge friendships across miles. Events include Diwali and other traditional festivals, International/Cultural Days, Family Discos, sporting and charity events, and movie nights, with an events newsletter to keep families informed.
ROBS stands for Rafiki Of Braeburn Kisumu School (Rafiki means Friends). It is a parent teacher group that helps to organise social events, including Family Picnics, Murder Mystery evenings and St Valentine's Day Dinner Dances.
Braeburn Kisumu International School (BKIS) is a day, co-educational school in Kisumu, Kenya, aligned with the National Curriculum of England and Wales and adapted for local needs today. Established in 1985 and part of the Braeburn Group since 2007, BKIS delivers a continuous programme from early years to Year 11. The Early Years follow the UK EYFS with Foundation Stage 1 and 2, while the Primary and Secondary curricula are English-medium and culminate in Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10–11; a BTEC qualification is also offered. From age 2 to 16, students study English, Maths, Science, Languages (French and Kiswahili), and numerous optional subjects, with SATs at the ends of Years 2 and 6. The school provides facilities: stocked library, music and art rooms, science laboratory, ICT suite, field, and buses. Notable features include Model United Nations, President's Award, ABRSM music exams, inter-school sport, and a Careers and University Advisor service.
