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Kenya, Mombasa
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Jaffery Academy Mombasa began in 1904 when KSI Jamaat established a school in rooms adjoining their mosque in Old Town to teach the Qur'an and provide religious instruction. The community introduced proper elementary classes by 1930 and sought government support, with the school officially recognised as a Grant-in-Aid School in 1933. In 1951 the foundation stone of the current Alibhai Panju building on a two‑acre site in Kizingo was laid, and the school was named Alibhai Panju Khoja Shiá Ithnaásheri School, with government contributions and the main donor, the late Mr. Alibhai Panju. Religious instruction was reinforced in 1953 when Kenyan education law made religious teachings compulsory, and by 1954 the school anticipated ongoing expansion under the Ithnaásheri Education Board.
Pastoral care is a central part of the school's approach, focusing on the well‑being of every pupil and guided by a principle that emphasizes that each person matters. This is supported by mentorship programs, House meetings, school assemblies and clubs, and a school nurse and counsellor to address emotional and physical needs. The school reports over 900 current students, more than 70 qualified teachers, and over 1,700 happy parents, with a 100% success rate. Recent events include a STEM Fair Competition (7 March 2026), a Science and Engineering Fair (25 February 2026), and a Junior Spelling Bee (18 February 2026).
Jaffery Academy Mombasa is an international school in Kenya for ages 3 to 18, with Nursery, Junior and Senior Schools. The curriculum blends a British framework with bespoke elements: Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels in the Senior School. The Nursery uses a Thematic Approach to Learning, supported by HighScope and Cornerstones, emphasizing discovery, numeracy and early English. English is the language of instruction in the Nursery. The Junior School follows a blended British National Curriculum through Cornerstones and iPrimary, delivering guided enquiry on themes with Education City resources; English is the medium of instruction and Learn French is part of the curriculum. The Senior School offers core IGCSE subjects and AS/A Levels, with local university placements. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and holistic development to prepare students for higher education. Facilities include three libraries, laboratories, an Artroom and three ICT suites. Extra-curriculars include art clubs, STEM fairs and language activities, and inter-house sports.
