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Greensteds International School offers a holistic education based on the British National Curriculum from Early Years to A-Level. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), and by the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), the London College of Music (LCM) and ABRSM, and is a member of the Kenya Association of Independent International Schools (KAIIS). Greensteds places emphasis on extra-curricular activities and pastoral care as part of developing well-rounded, self-assured learners. The Seven Pillars – Opportunity, Care, Community, Challenge, Diversity, Dedication and Respect – guide school life.
Music and Drama are offered as co-curricular activities. LAMDA, LCM and ABRSM accreditations reflect a formal performing arts program. The co-curricular programme also includes horse-riding, World Scholars and Model UN events such as EAMUN and MSMUN.
World Scholars and Model United Nations (EAMUN, MSMUN) promote cross-cultural understanding and global dialogue. The co-curricular program supports international perspectives and cultural exchange. Model UN events provide opportunities for students to engage in diplomacy and debate.
Co-curricular activities include horse-riding, music, drama, sports and Tae kwon-do. The program emphasizes disciplined teamwork and leadership through sport and performance. Students participate in music and drama performances as part of their development.
Greensteps develops partnerships with Kenya Wildlife Service, Kamili Trust and Born Free. Sixth Form participates in service-learning with the rest of the school. Head of Sixth Form projects and Greensteds Day provide opportunities for leadership and community involvement.
There are leadership roles such as sports captains, house captains, peer counseling, mentoring and the prefect team. The Sixth Form life includes leadership projects like the Head Master's Project (HMPr) and events such as Greensteds Day. External university fairs and career information are available as part of the Sixth Form experience.
Pastoral care is provided through personal relationships with teaching staff, and a Medical Centre offers 24/7 service led by a Clinical Officer and two nurses. Dorm Masters and tutors support students with pastoral care, academic monitoring and enrichment. A healthy diet is provided on-site and during trips. Learning Support provides inclusion and enrichment, with early identification and individualized support for learners.
Greensteds International School is a co-educational day and boarding school in Kenya offering British education from Early Years to A-Levels. Established in 1936, it sits on a 50-acre campus near Nakuru, 16 km away. The school follows an adapted British National Curriculum from Reception to A-Level, with Senior School offering Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Sixth Form preparing students for AS and A Levels under CAIE and Edexcel boards. IGCSE subjects include English, Mathematics, sciences and language options such as French and Kiswahili, plus Business Studies, Economics, Geography, History, ICT, Music and Drama. BTEC Level 2 qualifications in Creative Media Production and Art & Design are available in Senior School. Seven Pillars guide life: Opportunity, Care, Community, Challenge, Diversity, Dedication and Respect. The school is CIS, LAMDA, LCM and ABRSM accredited and member of KAIIS. Facilities include a Sixth Form Centre, IT suites and spaces for sports and arts.
