The Nairobi Academy
International School in Nairobi
Quick answer
The Nairobi Academy serves 500 students aged 2 to 18 across Kindergarten, Preparatory and Secondary divisions. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO and CIE. Tuition $2,052-$8,739 per year — exceptional value for a multi-accredited British/IB international school in East Africa. Strong fit for Kenyan and expat families seeking British/IB-track education with values-based 'BNLEDR' framework (Balanced, Noble, Leaders, Engaging, Dynamic, Reflective).
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $2,052–$8,739/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 Nairobi international school · 500 students total.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIE verified.
500
15 avg
Available
IBO, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
About The Nairobi Academy
Nairobi Academy caters for children aged 2 - 18 years, taught in small classes. This allows plenty of individual attention. Students are prepared and entered for IGCSE and A Level Examinations. Senior students, under the guidance of the Careers Tutor, are assisted with university application formalities.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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) | $2,052 – $8,739 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Shilling318000-Shilling1354500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $6,396(+19%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $7,896 |
| Cost position in Nairobi | 34th percentile(mid-range) |
IB, British
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
IGCSE, A Level Examinations IB Diploma
Over 90% pass rate.
French, German, Swahili
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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