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CityNairobi
CurriculumBritish
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 2 to 18
Boarding available - Yes
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 16 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: Shilling867,900
to: Shilling2,908,500
Address: P. O Box 24819 Langata Rd Nairobi City Kenya
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Number of students

500

Number of nationalities represented in the school

33

Most common nationality

Kenyan and British

Ratio of local students to international students

33%

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes

Additional language classes offered by the school

Kiswahili, French (Early Years & Prep) + the following in Secondary Spanish, German, Arabic + native languages such as Dutch

Max. number of students per class

20

Average number of students per class

16

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Yes Year 5 upwards have their own laptops, lower down classes share school laptops.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

We are a non denominational school - respect & learn about all religions

External examinations or assessments available

Year 8 - ISEB Common Entrance, Year 11 Cambridge IGCSE, Year 13 A-Levels and BTECs

Results in these examinations

Excellent

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Age appropriate

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

99%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes, Learning Support Departments

Learning support offered

Personalised depending on requirements

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Through a scholarship and 'Stretch and Fly' programme.

Student access to education psychologist

We can recommend one.

Entry evaluation for students

Taster & Evaluation Day at the school for those in Nairobi, for overseas students, skype interview and confidential reference received from current school.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

English, Maths and verbal& non verbal reasoning

Waiting list

In some classes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

Ideally 1st June

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes if space available and admissions criteria met

School start time

Early Years 8.30 am; Prep 8 am; Secondary 8.10 am

School finish time

Early Years 3 pm; Prep 3.30 pm; Secondary 3.45 pm

Supervised care before/after school

Yes

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes - Early Years and Prep included in the fees; Secondary Optional

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Big choice that changes termly including sports, performing arts, creative arts, STEAM.

Sports activities included

Lots of sport

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Sports facilities at the school

Extensive fields with track, gym, 2 swimming pools, basketball/tennis courts, squash court

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Small, friendly, strong values - respect, determination, curiosity and independence.

Teaching approach of the school

We aim to inspire, encourage and empower our students.

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