Mustard Seed International Schools

Kenya, Nakuru

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees KES 185,350 - 812,650

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 300

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 2002

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Taught languages English

Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Mustard Seed International Schools in Kenya is a private, affordable institution offering the Cambridge International Education System (CAIE) across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School. The curriculum begins with the EYFS, prioritizing communication, numeracy, creativity and wellbeing. In Junior School, English and communication skills are developed through a dedicated literacy focus, supported by a well-equipped science laboratory and ICT-enabled learning, with broad co-curricular activities and SEN support. The Senior School follows the Cambridge pathway: Years 7–8 (Key Stage 3) prepare for IGCSE; Years 9–11 offer 7–10 subjects with 3 compulsory as focal; students progress to A Levels by choosing 3–4 subjects, supported by a Learning Support Programme and opportunities in sports and leadership. The school offers flexible boarding; the Boarding Wing provides living quarters, security, meals, and dedicated study time. MSIS has a multicultural ethos with 15 nationalities and focus on character, leadership and life skills for higher education.

www.mustardseedschools.co.ke

The Essentials

Location

Kiamunyi, Off Nakuru-Eldoret Road, Nakuru, Kenya.

Stages

Early Years; Junior School; Senior School.

Type

Private school with flexible boarding options; Cambridge International Education System (CIE) curriculum.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Approximately 15 nationalities represented; international and local mix.

Country affiliation

Kenya

Bus service

Provides a school bus service with defined routes and term-based charges: Zone 1 Mercy Njeri, Nyumba Tano, Olive, Soil – Kshs 10,680; Zone 2 Baraka Estate, Notice Board – Kshs 7,650; Zone 3 London, Total, Eveready/Githima, Ngata Bridge – Kshs 17,570; Zone 4 Milimani, Town, Section 58, Shell, Blankets, Kerima, Langalanga, Castles, Kaloleni C, Lakeview, Shabaab, Ngata gates – Kshs 26,290; Zone 5 Njoro, Shinners, Mawanga – Kshs 29,020; Zone 6 Kabarak – Kshs 31,790; Zone 7 Sobea – Kshs 36,450; Zone 8 Machine – Kshs 37,970. NB: One way charged at 60%.

Fees

Application & joining fees

- Joining Fee: amounts are listed by level and apply at admission as the “Joining” fee shown below.
- Assessment Fee: Early Years Ksh 2,000; Junior School Ksh 3,000; Senior School Ksh 3,500.

Tuition fees — Early Years (per term and annual estimate)

- PG: Joining Ksh 57,350; Termly tuition Ksh 38,500. Estimated per year (termly × 3): Ksh 115,500.
- K1: Joining Ksh 61,750; Termly tuition Ksh 42,900. Estimated per year (termly × 3): Ksh 128,700.
- K2: Joining Ksh 61,750; Termly tuition Ksh 42,900. Estimated per year (termly × 3): Ksh 128,700.
- K3: Joining Ksh 61,750; Termly tuition Ksh 42,900. Estimated per year (termly × 3): Ksh 128,700.
- Additional/term: Assessment fee Ksh 2,000; compulsory milk Ksh 3,500 per term; flexi-boarding Ksh 1,000 per day; transport charged per destination. Joining fees include admission, the first term's fees, and full supply of uniform.

Tuition fees — Junior School (Years 1–6) — per term and annual estimate

Day scholars (Joining / Termly / Estimated annual = Termly × 3):
- Year 1: Joining Ksh 83,500; Termly Ksh 51,800; Estimated annual Ksh 155,400.
- Year 2: Joining Ksh 83,500; Termly Ksh 51,800; Estimated annual Ksh 155,400.
- Year 3: Joining Ksh 93,200; Termly Ksh 61,500; Estimated annual Ksh 184,500.
- Year 4: Joining Ksh 93,200; Termly Ksh 61,500; Estimated annual Ksh 184,500.
- Year 5: Joining Ksh 100,600; Termly Ksh 68,900; Estimated annual Ksh 206,700.
- Year 6: Joining Ksh 100,600; Termly Ksh 68,900; Estimated annual Ksh 206,700.

Boarders (Joining / Termly / Estimated annual = Termly × 3):
- Year 1: Joining Ksh 156,240; Termly Ksh 98,800; Estimated annual Ksh 296,400.
- Year 2: Joining Ksh 156,240; Termly Ksh 98,800; Estimated annual Ksh 296,400.
- Year 3: Joining Ksh 177,000; Termly Ksh 108,900; Estimated annual Ksh 326,700.
- Year 4: Joining Ksh 177,000; Termly Ksh 108,900; Estimated annual Ksh 326,700.
- Year 5: Joining Ksh 211,200; Termly Ksh 132,800; Estimated annual Ksh 398,400.
- Year 6: Joining Ksh 211,200; Termly Ksh 132,800; Estimated annual Ksh 398,400.

Other junior-school term costs:
- Assessment fee Ksh 3,000.
- Canteen milk: Boarders Ksh 3,500 per term (Ksh 8,000 for those on extra milk provision); Day scholars Ksh 3,500 per term.
- Flexi boarding charges Ksh 1,000 per day.
- Optional special classes (training fees): Music Ksh 8,000 per term (10 sessions); Taekwondo Ksh 2,500 per term; Skating Ksh 6,000 per term (10 sessions); Ballet Ksh 5,000 per term (10 sessions).

Tuition fees — Senior School (Years 7–13) — per term and annual estimate

Day scholars (Joining / Termly / Estimated annual = Termly × 3):
- Year 7: Joining Ksh 142,000; Termly Ksh 80,000; Estimated annual Ksh 240,000.
- Year 8: Joining Ksh 142,000; Termly Ksh 80,000; Estimated annual Ksh 240,000.
- Year 9: Joining Ksh 151,500; Termly Ksh 90,250; Estimated annual Ksh 270,750.
- Year 10: Joining Ksh 151,500; Termly Ksh 90,250; Estimated annual Ksh 270,750.
- Year 11: Joining Ksh 164,300; Termly Ksh 92,600; Estimated annual Ksh 277,800.
- Year 12: Joining Ksh 163,250; Termly Ksh 91,580; Estimated annual Ksh 274,740.
- Year 13: Joining Ksh 163,250; Termly Ksh 91,580; Estimated annual Ksh 274,740.

Boarders (Joining / Termly / Estimated annual = Termly × 3):
- Year 7: Joining Ksh 249,500; Termly Ksh 164,300; Estimated annual Ksh 492,900.
- Year 8: Joining Ksh 249,500; Termly Ksh 164,300; Estimated annual Ksh 492,900.
- Year 9: Joining Ksh 265,800; Termly Ksh 171,500; Estimated annual Ksh 514,500.
- Year 10: Joining Ksh 265,800; Termly Ksh 171,500; Estimated annual Ksh 514,500.
- Year 11: Joining Ksh 270,500; Termly Ksh 176,050; Estimated annual Ksh 528,150.
- Year 12: Joining Ksh 265,850; Termly Ksh 171,580; Estimated annual Ksh 514,740.
- Year 13: Joining Ksh 265,830; Termly Ksh 171,580; Estimated annual Ksh 514,740.

Other senior-school term costs:
- Assessment fee Ksh 3,500.
- Canteen milk: Boarders Ksh 3,500 per term (Ksh 8,000 for extra milk provision); Day scholars Ksh 3,500 per term.
- Flexi boarding charges Ksh 1,000 per day.
- Optional special classes (training fees): Music Ksh 8,000 per term (10 lessons); Taekwondo Ksh 2,500 per term.

Boarding details and boarding fees

- Boarding fees are reflected in the boarder “Joining” and “Termly” columns above for Junior and Senior School; flexi-boarding is charged at Ksh 1,000 per day. Canteen/meal top-ups for boarders are Ksh 3,500 per term (Ksh 8,000 for extra milk provision). Transport for day scholars is charged separately based on destination.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniform: Full supply of uniform is included in the Early Years joining fee; uniform arrangements for other levels are reflected in the joining/initial fees as shown. Transport charges are calculated per route/destination. Optional activity/training fees are listed under special classes (music, taekwondo, skating, ballet). Canteen milk charges apply per term as noted above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is shown as a termly charge; term-by-term billing is used. Specific payment deadlines, late-payment penalties, and refund rules are not specified in the fee schedule. Estimated annual figures above are calculated as three times the termly fee for convenience.

Refunds and refunds information

- No explicit refund policy or refund amounts are listed on the published fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer / bank deposit to the school accounts (Account name: Mustard Seed School Ltd):
- Equity Bank A/c No. 0130200214177
- Family Bank A/c No. 019000008200
- SBM A/c No. 0112032743001
- ABSA A/c No. 027-1147651
- Paybill: 4097865

All payment details are provided as listed by the school.

Brief note on missing details found when compiling fees

- The published fee schedule lists joining fees, termly tuition, assessment fees, optional activity fees, boarding term charges and payment accounts, but does not set out explicit payment deadlines, late-payment penalties, detailed refundable/non-refundable rules, or an explicitly stated academic-term count. Where an annual figure is shown above it is an estimate calculated as termly × 3 for convenience.

Academics

Curriculum

Cambridge International Education System (CIE) under Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The curriculum is delivered across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School. Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with emphasis on communication, language and literacy; numeracy, problem solving and reasoning; creative skills development; knowledge and understanding of the World; physical growth and wellbeing; personal, social and emotional development. The Junior School builds English and communication skills with a dedicated literacy focus, a well-equipped science laboratory and ICT-enabled learning, complemented by co-curricular activities and SEN support. The Senior School follows the Cambridge pathway: Years 7–8 (Key Stage 3) provide foundation for the IGCSE; Years 9–11 offer 7–10 subjects (3 compulsory as focal); students progress to A Levels by choosing 3–4 subjects of specialization, aligned to future careers, with a Learning Support Programme to assist academic and social development and opportunities in sports and leadership.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has personal, social and emotional development integrated into the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has Special Educational Needs (SEN) support in an inclusive environment; staff meet the needs of all children, and parental involvement is encouraged.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school has a focus on English language development through the Junior School library, where English and Communication Skills are enhanced and sharpened.

Mental Wellbeing

The school has mental wellbeing support through its emphasis on personal, social and emotional development and a nurturing environment.

Admissions

1. A few admission slots are available in some classes across sections. Availability is limited. Families should consider applying early.
2. Enrollment is conducted through the online Student Application. The Enroll Now option leads to the Student Application form to be completed.
3. The form requires the Parent/Guardian's Name, Student's Name, Class Level, Current School, Parent/Guardian's Phone, and Parent/Guardian's Email, along with a CAPTCHA and a Submit action.
4.
5. Joining fees include admission, the termly fees, and a full supply of uniform. The School Fees page shows the fee structure by level (Early Years, Junior School, Senior School) and the payment modes include bank accounts and Paybill numbers.

FAQs

What age range does Mustard Seed International Schools serve?

Specific age ranges should be confirmed directly with the school's admissions office.

What curriculum does Mustard Seed International Schools follow?

Cambridge International Education System (CIE) under Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The curriculum is delivered across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School.

What are the tuition fees at Mustard Seed International Schools?

Annual fees range from approximately 115,500 to 812,650.

Is Mustard Seed International Schools a day school or boarding school?

Mustard Seed International Schools offers both day and boarding options.

Is Mustard Seed International Schools co-educational?

Yes, Mustard Seed International Schools is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls.

Where is Mustard Seed International Schools located?

Mustard Seed International School is located in Kiamunyi, Off Nakuru-Eldoret Road, Nakuru, Kenya. The campus sits in Nakuru city and serves an international and multicultural community of around 300 students, with about 100 staff.

When was Mustard Seed International Schools founded?

Mustard Seed International Schools was established in 2002.

How many students attend Mustard Seed International Schools?

Mustard Seed International Schools has approximately 300 students. About 15 nationalities represented.

Does Mustard Seed International Schools provide learning support for students with additional needs?

The school has Special Educational Needs (SEN) support in an inclusive environment; staff meet the needs of all children, and parental involvement is encouraged.

How do I apply to Mustard Seed International Schools?

What extracurricular activities are available at Mustard Seed International Schools?

MSIS uses the Cambridge International Curriculum across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School.

Does Mustard Seed International Schools provide a bus service?

School buses operate on multiple zones with per-term charges (zones 1–8). A one-way trip costs 60% of the per-term rate.

What accreditations does Mustard Seed International Schools hold?

The Cambridge International Curriculum is used and the school is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The Cambridge path and qualifications are described by the school as part of its curriculum.

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