Deenway International School

Beach Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya. Located in the Nyali area along Beach Road, with access via local roads in a coastal neighbourhood of Mombasa.

Junior School: 1 to 6. Senior School: 7 to 13.

International school offering the British National Curriculum (Edexcel) integrated with Islamiyaat Islamic studies.

A range of support is provided for learners' wider needs.

Kenya

Islamic

Deenway International School teaches an integrated curriculum that combines the British National Curriculum with the Islamiyaat curriculum. The International Primary Curriculum (IPC) is offered for Years 1–6; the International Lower Secondary Curriculum (ILSC) for Years 7–9; the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for Years 10–11; and the International Advanced Level (IAL) for Years 12–13. The school uses virtual tools and open‑source software to support borderless learning for students aged 12–19, aims to nurture Islamic values, and expects graduates to master the Qur'an and develop reading, writing, arithmetic, as well as creativity, communication and collaboration, while fostering digital literacy and civic responsibility.

Deenway integrates the British National Curriculum with Islamiyaat to shape students holistically for life and work. Islamic values guide personal development with core values including the Quran and Sunnah as a guide, integrity, humility, compassion, patience, and justice for all. Embracing diversity, collaboration, discipline and hard work is encouraged, and parent participation and service to the community are promoted. Character development is central; character before education guides the school's approach. Extracurricular activities and clubs such as wildlife, debate, agriculture, photography and art support social development and teamwork. Graduates master the Holy Qur'an and the three Rs, inclusive of the three Cs: creativity, communication and collaboration, and demonstrate digital literacy and civic responsibility.

Sports promote physical and mental strength at Deenway. The school provides a warm, caring and loving atmosphere to support student wellbeing. The pastoral function is led by a designated pastoral assistant principal (Mudiir) who oversees pastoral care. Daily Qur'an lessons and morning prayers support spiritual wellbeing. The integrated Islamic and British curriculum aims to nurture akhalq and develop the ummah with strong Islamic values. Extracurricular activities and clubs further support social and emotional development.

The Complaints Procedure Policy provides a safe environment and a formal process for addressing concerns, including informal discussion, escalation to the Principal, written complaints to the Board, and a panel hearing with confidentiality. The Child Protection Policy stresses the school's commitment to safeguarding, appoints a Child Protection Officer (DCPO) and a Child Protection Committee to implement the policy, train staff, and liaise with authorities. The policy covers all Deenway School personnel and settings, including provisions for those with special needs, and requires training and record-keeping to protect children. The CPC and DCPO responsibilities include implementing safeguarding, providing child protection education, and coordinating with external agencies as needed. Safeguarding procedures are aligned with relevant Kenyan and international frameworks and are reviewed/updated regularly. The policy also outlines reporting procedures for suspected abuse or neglect and ensures confidentiality and appropriate referrals.

1. Admission policy: Admission is open to students of all nationalities, religions, genders and cultures who can access and benefit from the international curriculum and programs offered. Admission is dependent on meeting all admissions procedures and eligibility criteria, on meeting financial obligations, and on the availability of places in the appropriate class. Entry is determined by performance in entrance examinations and an ethics screening, in addition to the parent–student interview outcome. The school may place a student at a different academic level than applied for, in consultation with the parent. 2. Eligibility requirements and feeder preferences: For Years 7 to 13, a student must meet the entry level criteria and age criteria. Age guidelines are: Year 7 11.5–12.5; Year 8 12.5–13.5; Year 9 13.5–14.5; Year 10 14.5–15.5; Year 11 15.5–17; Year 12 17–18; Year 13 18–19. For Year 12, applicants must have at least five credits in the IGCSE (or equivalent) with two in English and Mathematics, and the remaining credits in the subjects they wish to pursue at A Level. Students from feeder campuses get preference during the admission process (Year 12 feeder from Year 11; Year 7 feeder from Year 6; feeder for primary from Key Stage 1 Pre-primary). 3. Admission period and application process: A parent may apply for admission anytime during the year; the period of admission tests determines the admission period. A prospective parent can collect an application form from the Secretary (admissions) by paying 2,000 Kenyan Shillings (non-refundable), and can also opt to submit a wait-list form if there is no vacancy. If seats are available, the candidate will be invited for an interview; after the interview, the school will inform the parent of the entrance examination date. If admission is granted, the fees must be paid within 5 days; transferring from another school requires total fees to be paid upfront; all fees paid at admission, except the caution deposit, are non-refundable or non-transferable. 4. Ranking and waitlist: The performance in the entrance examinations determines the rank of students. Students are placed on the waiting list based on their rank and the vacancies available, with higher-ranked students given first preference. A rank list is valid for two terms; if it becomes invalid, the student must re-take the entrance test. A waitlisted candidate who retakes does not need to fill out a new admission form, but must pay the test fee (equal to the cost of the admission form). 5. Behavioral and other policies; offer; appeals; and fees: Prior behavioral concerns may lead to contacting the previous school and/or a probationary period; withdrawal may be advised if concerns persist. Siblings may receive priority if merited, and staff children follow the same admissions process. Upon meeting criteria, an offer of admission is issued and remains valid for five days; fees must be paid within five working days. Appeals should be directed in writing to the Head teacher and copied to the School Board; responses are provided within two weeks. School fees are payable in advance each term; a 10% late payment penalty applies; tuition is non-refundable; a caution deposit refund depends on returning school property; if deadlines are not met, a place may be offered to the next candidate on the waitlist.

Wait-list: If there is no vacancy in the year group, a wait-list form may be submitted. Admissions are then determined by rank from entrance exam performance and vacancies; higher-ranked candidates have priority. A rank list is valid for two terms. If a rank list becomes invalid, the student must retake the entrance test. A waitlisted candidate who retakes does not need to complete a new admission form but must pay the retest fee, equal to the cost of the admission form.