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Kenya, Nairobi
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The school is a branch of Durham UK, a historic institution with a 600-year history of academic excellence. Durham International School Kenya opened its Thigiri campus in January 2021 and has since grown into a well-known international school in Nairobi. A new purpose-built campus was opened to lay the foundation for generations to come. In 2025, Durham Kenya opened the Rosslyn Campus. The Durham education emphasizes a rounded education with the 'Confidence for Life' and 'Respect for All' ethos, underpinned by the core values of Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness.
The Durham community is caring, nurturing, and supportive, with every member known, valued, and celebrated as individuals. A welcoming culture is expressed through the Karibuni greeting and a strong sense of belonging. Families are invited to visit and tour the school to learn more. The Rosslyn campus sits near the Thigiri campus and is described as a green, well-connected site close to Nairobi landmarks, reflecting the school's growth.
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.
