Kenya, Nairobi
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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.
Nairobi International School has typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Three Nairobi campuses: Kindergarten at No. 6 Kanjata Road, off James Gichuru; Preparatory at No. 5, Kanjata Road, off James Gichuru; Senior School at No. 728 Maji Mazuri Road, off James Gichuru, Lavington. These locations are along the James Gichuru corridor in the Nairobi area.
Kindergarten, Preparatory, Middle School, Senior School.
Private international school offering day schooling with boarding options.
Kenya
The school provides transport services; transport fees per term depend on distance and whether one-way or two-way transport is chosen. Distances are divided into six zones (A–F) with routes covering Zone A (Muthangari, Gitanga Rd, Rhapta Rd, etc.), Zone B (Kilimani, Kileleshwa, Ngong Rd, etc.), Zone C (Milimani, State House, Parklands, etc.), Zone D (Madaraka, Upper Hill, Ngara, etc.), Zone E (Muthaiga, Gigiri, Karen, etc.), Zone F (Ridgeways, Garden Estate, Embakasi, etc.). Two-way vs one-way transport options are available per term.
Annual tuition at Nairobi International School ranges from KES 552,000 to KES 1,140,000 for 2026/27.
Nairobi International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification for students aged 2 to 18.
KS3, KS4 & A-Levels of the British National Curriculum.
Prepare students to sit IGCSE, 'A' Levels from Cambridge and BTEC from Pearson as a stepping stone to universities around the world.
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).
1. Begin by accessing the Enquiry page to start the application. The initial step collects the parent/guardian's name, relationship to the applicant, a valid email address, and a contact number, and records the applicant's name, date of birth, and the year level being applied for. 2. Submit the above information. An Enquiry is created at this stage and can be completed immediately or continued later after login details are emailed to the user. 3. Return to the Enquiry page and complete the admission application. Siblings may be included in the same application. 4. After completing the Enquiry, an email lists the documents required for the admission application. These include photocopies of the applicant's passport (and immigration status page for non-citizens) and copies of the parents' passports. A parent's work permit is required for non-citizens. Also required are the applicant's birth certificate in English, 4 coloured passport photos for non-citizens (2 for citizens), the official report card, and the Transfer Certificate for Year 2 upwards. The applicant must also submit a short essay of about 250 words about themselves. 5. The Admissions Team will contact you for an interview and/or assessment. The student may be referred to the Inclusion Support Team for additional provision determination. If a place is offered, an offer letter will be emailed within 24 hours. 6. To confirm and secure the place, pay the admission fee of 25,000 Ksh within 7 days. 7. Screening and Assessment: The school conducts a pre-entry assessment to ensure the curriculum matches the child's skills and needs. Assessments vary by year level and include English language and Mathematics tests; early years may involve play-based activities; higher grades may require examinations to assess core competencies, with results supported by prior school records. Final admission can be offered at the Principal's discretion if the student is deemed capable of succeeding at Nairobi International School.