Brookhurst International School
International School in Nairobi
Quick answer
Brookhurst International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to families seeking a premium and boarding families. At $301,110–$1,042,610/year, it sits below the Nairobi average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $1,943–$6,727/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 25) Nairobi international school · 419 students total.
- 22 nationalities top: Kenyans.
- Ages: Ages 5 to 18 school day starts at 8am for Lavington Campus 8am for Kiserian Campus.
419
22 (Kenyans)
18 avg / 25 max
Available
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Brookhurst International School
Brookhurst is one of the leading international schools in Kenya, for students aged 5-18 years. Brookhurst is not like other schools and never has been. We believe in shaping the school around the child, where excellence in teaching and coaching comes together with the child at the centre. Our aim is that each individual will be able to unleash their excellence.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $1,943 – $6,727 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Shilling301110-Shilling1042610 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $4,825(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,325 |
| Cost position in Nairobi | 22th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
98% Pass Rate
Spanish, French and Kiswahili
We will have them get the curriculum delivered to them in a specialized sessions beyond the normal class time.
Learning Support
Yes
8am for Lavington Campus 8am for Kiserian Campus – 3pm for all students at Lavington Campus 3pm for prep-school 4pm for highschool at Kiserian Campus
Yes
Yes.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Nairobi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Kenyans
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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