Crawford International School
International School in Nairobi
Quick answer
Crawford International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to budget-conscious and boarding families. Tuition of $3,135–$9,626/year is in line with Nairobi averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $3,135–$9,626/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 25 (max 25) Nairobi international school · 800 students total.
- 25 nationalities top: Kenyan.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8 am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
800
25 (Kenyan)
25 avg / 25 max
Available
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Crawford International School
Crawford International School is committed to developing leaders through various leadership programs and encouraging interaction on various levels. In the classroom, on the sports field or in the cultural arena there are many different roles that students can fill that allows them to work with others in a more collaborative way. This is achieved by a strong differentiated leadership program developed for each year.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $3,135 – $9,626 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Shilling486000-Shilling1492000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $7,381(+16%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $8,881 |
| Cost position in Nairobi | 41th percentile(mid-range) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels Check point exam
Excellent
French, Kiswahili, Mandarin/Chinese, English
We have assistant teachers and shadow teachers who walk with the students who require additional help step by step to ensure they are not left behind in class work or co-circular assignments.
Yes
Yes we do. English as a Second Language
8 am – 3:30 pm
Yes
Yes the school has a qualified Chef and serves 3-course meal
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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