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Kenya, Nairobi
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Academic Excellence is pursued alongside the personal characteristics of respect, self-discipline and teamwork. Character development emphasizes morally and ethically demanding practices, with concepts like self-discipline, generosity, compassion, understanding, respect and decency to be invoked and practised in and outside the school. The school fosters a sense of community, with everyone having an integral part to play and the ability to contribute to the greater good. Physical and spiritual well-being are prioritised, with many athletic teams and diverse religious traditions represented within the student body, offering opportunities to strengthen bodies and nourish souls. Giving back and creating re-thinkers are part of the ethos, encouraging personal growth and creative thinking.
English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught; ESL, English Language and Literature in English are part of the language provision.
Pastoral care and student welfare are overseen by the Deputy Head (Pastoral & Co-Curricular Affairs).
Located in Nairobi, Nairobi International School offers a British-based education for students aged 2 to 18. The school follows the British National Curriculum across KS3, KS4 and A-Levels, with Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC qualifications available. The campus network includes Kindergarten at No. 6, Kanjata Road; Preparatory at No. 5, Kanjata Road; and Senior School at No. 728, Maji Mazuri Road, Lavington, allowing a progression from early years to pre-university study within a familiar setting. The school operates as a private day school with boarding options, serving diverse families in Kenya. A technology-enabled learning environment, the Smart School, supports digital literacy and interactive lessons. Distinctive programs include the Middle School Model United Nations (MSMUN), and strong arts and languages offerings, with music, drama and art facilities in the Senior School and language clubs in the middle years. The Green Pledge underpins community service and sustainable practice, alongside sport and wellness programs.
