Kenya, Nairobi
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Healthy eating is promoted; a dedicated catering team provides meals that cater for allergies and intolerances and cultural diets, and they hold regular food forums with the students.
There are four Houses – Simba (Lion), Tembo (Elephant), Kafaru (Rhino) and Chui (Leopard).
The school is a branch of Durham UK and is part of the Durham International Schools network; Durham International Schools Limited governs and supports safeguarding and welfare policies.
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.