Cavina School
International School in Nairobi
Quick answer
Cavina School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. At $337,500–$1,088,100/year, it sits below the Nairobi average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Cavina School.
- Tuition: $2,177–$7,020/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 25) Nairobi international school · 257 students total.
- 11 nationalities top: Kenyan.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 14 school day starts at 7.30am - 8.15am (depending on year).
257
11 (Kenyan)
23 avg / 25 max
Rolling
1950
About Cavina School
Founded in 1950, Cavina is the second oldest international-curriculum school in Kenya. We pride ourselves on a traditional, Christian education in an intimate, family environment. Pupils are encouraged to express themselves and to pursue their dreams but always within a disciplined atmosphere where respect for rules and for other people is vigorously fostered.
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
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $2,177 – $7,020 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Shilling337500-Shilling1088100 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $5,299(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,799 |
| Cost position in Nairobi | 25th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
The Common Entrance (set by the Independent Schools Examinations Board)
95% A*-C; 100% of candidates have passed their Common Entrance over the past 20 years
French, Latin
Specialized staff can be arranged to shadow pupils with significant learning disabilities in the pre-prep unit only.
On a limited basis.
No
7.30am - 8.15am (depending on year) – 1230pm - 4pm (depending on year)
Yes.
A vegetarian option is available on a daily basis.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Nairobi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Kenyan
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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