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West Nairobi School

Kenya, Nairobi

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Paperwork Submission: Documents include transcripts for the previous two academic years for first through eighth grades; transcripts for the previous four school years for ninth through twelfth grades; standardized testing for the previous academic year; birth certificate or proof of birth date; completed Health Assessment Form; photo/information page and dependent page/pupil pass page of passport; letter of recommendation or reference form from the previous school may be requested; leaving certificate/letter from the previous school. An admissions/placement test is conducted after the Application Fee is paid. Parents/Guardians and students may be asked to meet with the principal. Results of the test will be communicated to the family within ten business days after testing. Prior to enrollment, the admissions director will schedule a meeting between the family and the director of finance. Prior to enrollment, the admissions director will schedule a meeting between the family and the transport manager if transport is required. Space will be held for two business days following admission. If the enrollment fee (accepted before the school year begins) or the new student fee and tuition payment (once school has begun) are not paid within two business days, the space may be given to the next family. Admitted students may begin classes two business days after the new student fee and tuition payment is paid.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KES 3,280 - 15,510
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 390
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No

West Nairobi School is a private, co-educational day school in Karen, Nairobi, serving students aged 4 to 18 with a North American curriculum taught in English. The program includes American Curriculum courses with Advanced Placement, offering a broad range from Biology and Calculus AB to English Language and Composition, European History, and AP Capstone Diploma. Online courses are available through NorthStar Academy. The school is accredited by MSA-CESS and ACSI and joined the Network of International Christian Schools. The two-semester school year runs August–December and January–May/June, with two graduation tracks: College Preparatory Diploma (24 credits) and Academic Honors Diploma (27 credits). Facilities include state-of-the-art computer labs and multimedia classrooms, plus ELL and Educational Resource Services as needed. Co-curriculars cover arts, technology, and athletics; ABRSM music exams are hosted on site, and Model United Nations is offered. Languages include foreign options via NorthStar, and a strong emphasis on service and leadership.

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