Braeburn School vs Nairobi Waldorf School

	B Braeburn School Nairobi, Kenya	N Nairobi Waldorf School Nairobi, Kenya
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KES 946,200 - 2,551,600	Fees / year KES 293,577 - 1,027,971
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), BTEC Qualification	Curriculum Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification
Pupils	Pupils 1,103	Pupils 450
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1979	Opened 1989
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Braeburn School is located on Gitanga Road, Lavington, Nairobi, Kenya. It sits in the Lavington neighbourhood of Nairobi. The school is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.	Location Two campuses in Nairobi, Kenya: Karen Campus at 35 Nandi Road and Lavington Campus on Mageta Road. Karen Campus offers Kindergarten through High School; Lavington Campus currently serves Kindergarten through Class 5.
Stages	Stages Early years; Primary; Secondary; Sixth Form	Stages Karen Campus: Kindergarten through High School; Lavington Campus: Kindergarten through Class 5.
School type	School type co-educational international school	School type Day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning support is provided through the Kolisko Group; students who require support receive an Individual Education Program (IEP).
Country affiliation	Country affiliation England and Wales	Country affiliation Kenya
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Non-sectarian; not affiliated with any particular religion
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School day runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Monday to Friday. The Main Lesson approach uses morning blocks of 1.5–2 hours for each subject, taught in three- to four-week cycles.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / registration fees - Registration (non-refundable): KSh 5,000 payable on submission of a completed registration form. - Advance payment for limited-vacancy year groups: 20% of the tuition fee, payable against the first term's invoice and non-refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up. Tuition fees (annual and per-term/tranche) — 2025/2026 academic-year figures Notes on billing: Year 11, 12 and 13 fees are billed in two tranches (August and December). Fees for all other year groups are billed in three tranches (August, December and April). The figures below list the published annual tuition and the per-term (three-tranche) or per-tranche (two-tranche) amounts derived from the published annual fees. Deposits shown are charged once on joining. - Crèche — Mornings only - Annual tuition: KSh 946,200 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 315,400 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Crèche — Full day - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS1 (Nursery) — Mornings only - Annual tuition: KSh 946,200 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 315,400 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS1 (Nursery) — Full day - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - FS2 (Reception) - Annual tuition: KSh 1,052,400 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 350,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 1 to Year 6 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,142,600 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 714,200 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 7 & Year 8 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,216,100 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 738,700 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 9 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,236,500 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 745,500 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 10 - Annual tuition: KSh 2,385,000 - Per term (3 tranches): KSh 795,000 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 11 (IGCSE) - Annual tuition: KSh 2,384,999 - Per tranche (2 tranches): KSh 1,192,500 (rounded) - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. - Year 12 & Year 13 (AS/A2/BTEC) - Annual tuition: KSh 2,551,600 - Per tranche (2 tranches): KSh 1,275,800 - Deposit on joining: KSh 50,000. Lunch (annual; per-term/tranche equivalents) - Crèche & FS1 (mornings / full day): Annual KSh 118,200 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 39,400. - FS2 (Reception): Annual KSh 122,700 — per term KSh 40,900. - Year 1 & 2: Annual KSh 124,200 — per term KSh 41,400. - Year 3 to 6: Annual KSh 128,400 — per term KSh 42,800. - Year 7 & 8: Annual KSh 138,300 — per term KSh 46,100. - Year 9 to 13: Annual KSh 140,400 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 46,800; per tranche (for Years 11–13 billed in two tranches) KSh 70,200. Transport (annual; per-term/tranche equivalents) — Crèche to Year 13 - Zone A — Return: Annual KSh 168,600 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 56,200; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 84,300. - Zone A — One way: Annual KSh 101,400 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 33,800; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 50,700. - Zone B — Return: Annual KSh 219,300 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 73,100; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 109,650. - Zone B — One way: Annual KSh 131,700 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 43,900; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 65,850. - Zone C — Return: Annual KSh 269,700 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 89,900; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 134,850. - Zone C — One way: Annual KSh 162,000 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 54,000; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 81,000. - Zone D — Return: Annual KSh 303,600 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 101,200; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 151,800. - Zone D — One way: Annual KSh 182,100 — per term (3 tranches) KSh 60,700; per tranche (2-tranche years) KSh 91,050. Boarding fees - Boarding fees are not published in the fee schedule for this campus; the published fee schedule covers tuition, lunch and transport and notes boarding applies only where relevant. No separate boarding annual amounts are listed in the published fee schedule for this campus. Other costs and recurring charges - Deposits: KSh 50,000 charged once on joining (top-up required if deductions are made for losses or breakages). The deposit (or balance thereof) is refundable at the end of a pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher. - Activity fees: Charged separately and normally accompanied by an official letter from the headteacher (applies to trips and extra activities). - Examination and enrolment fees: Examination fees and any enrolment-related fees are not included in the published tuition/lunch/transport figures and are invoiced separately. - Uniforms, specialist kit and optional extra-curricular charges: These are additional to the published fees and are charged separately when required (uniform and kit costs are not listed in the basic fee table). Refund and withdrawal terms - Refunds: The deposit (or remaining balance) is refundable at the end of the pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher. Advance payments required for limited-vacancy year groups are non-refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up. - Withdrawal notice: A full term's written notice (acknowledged in writing by the headteacher) is required for withdrawal. If a full term's written notice is not received and acknowledged, a full term's fees are payable in lieu of notice. - No refund is given for suspension or exclusion; other specific refund rules for examination or enrolment fees may apply and are invoiced separately. Billing schedule, discounts and penalties — payment terms - Billing schedule: Year 11–13 fees are billed in two tranches (August and December). Fees for all other year groups are billed in three tranches (August, December and April). Fees are payable on or before the first day of each term. - Early payment discount: A 3% discount on tuition fees is given when full payment is made within 6 days of the due date. - Family (sibling) tuition discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th child 30%; 5th and subsequent child 40% (applied to tuition fees only). Transport sibling discount: 50% on transport for the 2nd and each subsequent sibling on the same route. - Late payment surcharge: 1.25% per month is levied on late payments. - The Board of Directors reserves the right to alter fees with five months' notice. Fee payment options and practical note - Payment timing and invoicing: Fees are payable on or before the first day of term; invoices and billing notices set the due dates and payment instructions. For payment queries or to request payment details, contact the school's enquiries address for the campus. Summarising statement - The published basic fees cover tuition, lunch and school transport for the 2025/2026 academic year (annual figures shown above), with deposits charged once on joining and refundable at the end of the final term after clearance. Billing is by two or three tranches depending on year group; discounts, penalties and additional charges (activity, examination and uniform costs) apply as set out above.	Fee details Fees per term (KES) - Toddler & Playgroup (five days/week): KES 97,859 per term. - Kindergarten (five days/week): KES 119,340 per term. - Primary School: - Class 1: KES 170,845 per term. - Class 2: KES 207,860 per term. - Class 3–5: KES 252,028 per term. - Class 6–8: KES 261,630 per term. - High School: - Class 9–10: KES 311,507 per term. - Class 11: KES 342,657 per term. - Class 12: KES 428,322 per term (Class 12 is charged for two terms only). Sibling and early-payment discounts - Sibling discounts: 10% on the first younger sibling, 15% on the second younger sibling, and 20% on any additional younger siblings. - Early-payment discounts: 2.5% discount if school fees are paid in full two weeks before the first day of school for the term; 5% discount if annual school fees are paid in full before the first day of school. Application, admission, development and security deposit fees - Application fee (non‑refundable): KES 5,000 due with submission of the application. - Admission fee (non‑refundable): KES 7,000 for Kindergarten admissions; KES 12,000 for Primary and High School admissions. - Note: A child moving from the Waldorf Kindergarten to Primary must pay an additional KES 12,000 admission fee (the earlier KES 7,000 is not credited). Students transitioning internally from Nairobi Waldorf Primary to the High School are not required to pay the KES 12,000 high school admission fee. - Development fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): KES 30,000 per child. - Security deposit (refundable): KES 20,000 for Kindergarten admissions; KES 50,000 for Primary and High School admissions. - When a child moves from Kindergarten to Primary, an additional top‑up of KES 30,000 is required to bring the security deposit to the Primary/High School rate. Other costs and fee inclusions/exclusions - Afternoon care (Kindergarten) — fees per term if booked at the start of term: - One day per week: KES 6,500 per term. - Two days per week: KES 13,000 per term. - Three days per week: KES 19,500 per term. - Four days per week: KES 26,000 per term. - Five days per week: KES 32,500 per term. - Reduced weekly attendance (Daisies, ages 18 months–3 years) — fees per term: - Two days (Tue & Thu): KES 45,020 per term. - Three days (Mon, Wed, Fri): KES 67,528 per term. - Five days (Mon–Fri): KES 97,859 per term. - Class materials: All writing books, main lesson books, textbooks and basic drawing and craft materials are included in tuition. Materials for special projects, replacement of lost/damaged personal items, and class outings/trips are charged to parents. - Meals: A snack and warm lunch are included in Toddler, Playgroup and Kindergarten fees. A warm lunch is included in Primary and High School fees. Parents must provide swimming costumes, towels and any specialised sports equipment. - Games kit / uniform items: Primary games kits and High School tracksuits are available from the school at additional cost. - School bus (per term, zoned routes by campus): - Zone A: two-way KES 33,600; one-way KES 20,160. - Zone B: two-way KES 39,095; one-way KES 23,457. - Zone C: two-way KES 44,590; one-way KES 26,754. - Pupil insurance: Basic accidental-injury insurance for pupils is provided (medical costs from accidents at school or off campus are covered under the school's insurance arrangement). Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties - Billing schedule / deadlines: Full school fees and other related fees (including bus fees and other fees billed ahead of or during a term) must be received no later than the first Friday of the term. - Late payment fee and follow-up: A late payment fee of KES 5,000 per child is charged for any outstanding fees after the first Friday of the term. The full balance, including the late fee, must be settled by the Friday of the second week of school. If fees remain unpaid as the third week commences, the child will be asked to remain at home. Parents receive an email, a hard‑copy letter and a phone call before the final late-payment deadline. - Payment plans: Per‑term payment plans are available on request (application required at least two weeks before term start). An administration fee of KES 5,000 per child is charged with the payment‑plan application. Term fees may be split into up to three installments; all fees must be cleared by the end of the term. Missed deadlines cancel the delayed‑payment option and render fees immediately due; repeating missed deadlines affects eligibility for payment plans in the remainder of the school year. Payments accepted and banking details - Accepted methods: Bank transfers / bank deposits and M‑Pesa payments. Post‑dated cheques are not accepted; payments in kind are not accepted. On direct deposits or electronic transfers, fees are considered unpaid until proof of payment is provided to the accounts team. - Bank (Diamond Trust Bank, DTB — Karen Hub Branch): - Account name: Nairobi Waldorf School Trust - KES Account no.: 0300790004 - Bank code: 063 - Branch code: 031 - SWIFT code: DTKEKENA - M‑Pesa Paybill: Business number 516600; Account number 929942. - After paying by M‑Pesa, the payment reference number must be emailed to accounts@nairobiwaldorfschool.ac.ke to update the statement. Withdrawals and refunds - Notice period: One full term's written notice is required to withdraw a child. If one term's notice is not given, one term's fee is payable in lieu of notice and the refundable security deposit will be forfeited. - Refundability: Security deposits are refundable (subject to the above withdrawal/notice provisions). Application, admission and development fees are non‑refundable. Boarding - Boarding: Not applicable — there are no boarding fees listed and the school operates as a day school.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires all students to wear a uniform.	Uniform requirement The dress code is used instead of a formal uniform. Clothing should be neat, simple, and comfortable, free from logos or graphics; natural fibers such as cotton or wool are encouraged. A school-branded games kit is required for games.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Lunch is provided for Kindergarten, Primary and High School. Kindergarten has vegetarian options. The menu rotates on a three-week cycle and includes dishes such as spaghetti with paneer or meat sauce and vegetables, beef or vegetable pilau, vegetable rice, chicken or paneer dishes, and Friday options like pizza or fish; Kindergarten snacks include rice pudding and fruit-based options. Main dishes depend on ingredient availability, and fruits/vegetables vary by season.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.	Governance and ownership The Nairobi Waldorf School Trust is a private, international, not-for-profit school. It is governed by three groups: the Board of Trustees, the Pedagogical Team, and the Management Team. The school operates on two campuses, Karen and Lavington.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the National Curriculum with additional learning opportunities to extend and enrich the core program. The curriculum covers Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. The curriculum aims to be balanced, broad and relevant to learners, providing opportunities to be active, to enjoy and to achieve, and developing confident individuals and responsible global citizens. Core features include Performing Arts, Sports, Active Lifestyles, Personalised Learning and Outdoor Learning. Examinations are offered by Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels), BTEC Level 3 and Pearson Edexcel Certification.	Curriculum details Waldorf education guides Nairobi Waldorf School, educating the head, heart, and hands through academics, movement, and the arts. A class-teacher approach keeps the same teacher with a cohort from early years through primary, supporting routines and social development. Learning uses Main Lesson blocks, with a subject taught in three- to four-week cycles for in-depth exploration. The curriculum spans Kindergarten through High School, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme offered at the Karen Campus and Pearson BTEC qualifications in Business and Art & Design at Levels 2 and 3, providing progression to higher education. Language study includes English and Swahili, with French taught in upper years and IB DP language options including French B, Swahili B, or French Ab Initio.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes promote individualized attention.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Braeburn Sixth Form offers A-levels or a blended programme combining A levels with BTEC, with six teaching hours per subject. The programme includes a Life Skills component and extensive careers guidance and university admissions support, including mock interviews. Alumni have secured places at universities worldwide, including Oxford University, University College London, University of Pennsylvania, University of British Columbia, Maastricht University, Rhodes University and the University of Cape Town.	Higher education progression The IB Diploma Programme is offered at the Karen Campus as a two-year pre-university pathway and is globally recognized; Kenyan universities generally accept IB after an equivalence process. Pearson BTEC qualifications in Business and Art & Design provide higher education and apprenticeship pathways, with Level 3 BTEC equivalent to A‑levels and higher BTEC levels recognized for university entry in Kenya and internationally.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Personalised Learning Department provides support and challenge materials for very able students.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Social and emotional development is integrated into the Braeburn curriculum from Early Years, emphasising social, emotional, physical and creative growth. Transitions are supported with attention to emotional development and the involvement of school counsellors. Mental wellbeing is promoted through campaigns such as Mental Health Awareness Month and resilience-building activities. The school fosters a supportive community to build social connections and emotional skills.	Social & emotional learning Social and emotional growth is fostered through themes of sharing, caring, and community building.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides provision for SEND and EAL.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Learning Support Department provides services for learners with Specific Learning Disabilities/Disorders (SLD), ADHD, and English Language Learners (ELL); instruction is differentiated within an inclusive main-lesson setting with some pull-out support, and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Accommodation Plan may be developed for eligible students.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides EAL provision.	English as an additional language The Learning Support Department provides English Language Learner (ELL) support.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through mental health campaigns and access to school counsellors, with resilience-focused programs and parent workshops to support wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through psycho-social services led by the management team, with a Child Psychologist on call to assist the community in trauma cases.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school has a Safeguarding Policy; staff are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children; safeguarding is an integrated, priority policy across school operations.	Safeguarding The welfare and safety of students are paramount; a formal NWST Child Safety and Protection Policy defines abuse types, safeguarding procedures, confidentiality, and zero tolerance for discrimination.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Braeburn School campus houses extensive facilities to support learning and school life. It features two libraries, multiple information technology suites with on-site Wi-Fi, five specialist science laboratories and preparation rooms, two art rooms, and a fully equipped design technology suite, a drama studio, an examination hall and a Sixth Form unit with a kitchen, common room, lecture theatre and study areas. The site offers sports facilities including lush playing fields, an undercover flood-lit AstroTurf, three glass-backed squash courts, tennis and basketball courts, and spaces for a wide range of team sports. Two theatres (400-seat and 120-seat), two dining rooms and kitchens, a Braeburn Coffee Shop, a Braeburn Club and Sports Terrace, a Braeburn Business Centre and book exchange, a fleet of Braeburn buses, a solar-heated 25m swimming pool with a learner's pool, an indoor sports hall, a gym and aerobics/dance studio with an indoor pool.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Braeburn School has extensive sports facilities including lush playing fields and an undercover flood-lit AstroTurf. There are three glass-backed squash courts, tennis and basketball courts, and spaces for a wide range of team sports. An indoor sports hall, a gym and an aerobics/dance studio with an indoor swimming pool support physical education. Seasonal sports offered include Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Cross-country, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Squash, Swimming and Tennis.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus includes two libraries, multiple IT suites with on-site Wi-Fi, five specialist science laboratories and preparation rooms, two art rooms, a fully equipped design technology suite and a drama studio, plus an examination hall. The Sixth Form unit provides a kitchen, common room, lecture theatre and study areas.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Arts and Crafts, Astronomy, Ballet, Band, Board games, Chess, Christian activities, Community service, Debating, Development studies, Entrepreneurs, Environmental awareness, First aid, Future leaders, Golf, Horse riding, Kayaking, LAMBA, Languages: Mandarin, Kiswahili, Martial arts: Taekwondo and Karate, Mathletics, Maths challenge, Maths clinic, Model United Nations, Monkeynastix, Musical theatre, Orchestra, Philosophy, Physics clinic, Rollerskating, Sailing, Salsa dancing, School production, Scouts, Sewing, Spellodrome, STEM, Story yoga, Storytelling, Tap dancing, Vocal development, Wizz kids (programming); Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Cross-country, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Table-tennis, Tennis	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Braeburn School is a co-educational international school in Nairobi, Kenya. It has operated for over 30 years. It teaches children from age 3 to 18 and follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales. It is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools. Braeburn pursues a holistic approach to learning that balances academics, music, sports, the arts, outdoor pursuits and drama.	History The Nairobi Waldorf School Trust is a private, international school. It is governed by three groups – the Board of Trustees, the Pedagogical Team, and the Management Team. The Board of Trustees is made up of a balanced representation of faculty, administration, parents, and respected members of the community; board members are elected by the school community at the Annual General Meeting and oversee legal, financial, and administrative governance and policy development. The Pedagogical Team maintains the quality, depth, and professionalism of teaching at the school and creates an environment where teachers can nurture, protect, and support students so that they can fully experience their own individuality and success.
Community	Community Braeburn has a cosmopolitan and diverse student and parent body with over 90 nationalities represented, fostering respect for different cultures. There is a strong community ethos; parents are encouraged to become part of the Braeburn family and many facilities and activities are available for families. A Home-School Partnership is supported through diaries, newsletters and regular parent evenings, and the Friends at Braeburn (FAB) Parent-Teacher Association coordinates events and community activities. The school provides facilities such as the Braeburn Coffee Shop, Lifelong Learning, the Braeburn Club and theatres to support community life and engagement.	Community The school emphasizes a strong community with connections between students, staff, and parents. The Kolisko Group provides learning support and students may receive an Individual Education Plan (IEP) with support from educators and families. The school is non-sectarian and welcomes families from diverse religions and cultural backgrounds; spirituality is respected but not tied to any single religion. Waldorf aesthetics and the environment emphasize natural materials, seasonal rhythms, and ceremonies and celebrations in classrooms.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Friends at Braeburn (FAB) is the Parent and Teacher Association at Braeburn Gitanga. FAB works to enhance the school community by organizing events, supporting charitable causes, and fostering a positive environment for students, families and staff. FAB consists of three active subcommittees: Events, Charities, and Lost Property. The Events Committee runs discos and seasonal celebrations; the Charities Committee organizes fundraising and community service projects; the Lost Property Committee manages items and returns them to their owners. FAB members can be contacted at fab@braeburn.ac.ke.	Parent teacher association Pedagogical Team maintains teaching quality, depth, and professionalism and creates an environment in which teachers can nurture and support students to express their individuality and achieve success.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Academic competitions include Writing competitions, Mathematics Challenges, quizzes, and an annual inter-school Science Fayre hosted by Braeburn. Careers guidance helps students make informed subject choices for public examinations and includes a Careers' Fair and opportunities for work-place experience. Braeburn students compete with other international schools in Kenya, and occasionally with schools elsewhere, in inter-school events. These experiences enable students to apply knowledge beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual The Nairobi Waldorf School Trust uses the Waldorf Main Lesson approach, with subjects taught in blocks of three to four weeks. Academics are woven with art, music, and movement to support the development of thinking, feeling, and willing in each student. The program educates the head, heart, and hands, guiding holistic development.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Arts – music, drama, and art – are integrated into Braeburn's life beyond the classroom. There are three major productions each year, plus regular musical concerts, talent shows, and class assemblies. LAMDA is offered as an extra-curricular activity for Years 3–8 and is taught by a qualified instructor. Peripatetic music teachers provide instruments such as drums, strings, brass and voice, with ABRSM examinations available for talented students, and Braeburn students take part in local competitions such as The Young Musician of the Year and The Nairobi Verse Speaking Competition.	Arts & creative Art and music are central to the curriculum. In early years children sing and play the flute and participate in movement; handwork (knitting, sewing) and woodwork are core parts of primary education, and drama and visual arts appear in upper grades. BTEC Art and Design pathways offer hands-on study in photography, film, fashion, graphic design, and 3D design.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has a cosmopolitan community with over 90 nationalities represented. The Lifelong Learning centre offers classes in languages (and crafts) based on demand. International/Cultural Days are hosted, and festivals such as Diwali are celebrated.	Cultural & language French and Swahili are offered as language options. In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, language acquisition includes French B, Swahili B, or French Ab Initio. High school studies include French as part of the core subjects.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Sport plays a central role, with 10–15 fixtures weekly and inter-house competitions across athletics, football, rugby, hockey, swimming, and more. The Tim Bryett Football Academy is a partnership designed as a professional-style academy with training 3–4 times per week. Extra-curricular clubs launched in September 2025 cover sports, art, environmental initiatives, debate, maths, and the Mind Hub Club. Residential and educational trips provide learning beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies Co-curricular activities include swimming, soccer, and basketball. Drama, music, and visual arts are integrated through blocks and electives, with opportunities for additional creative pursuits beyond class time.
Community & service	Community & service Community Service is encouraged through charity events and fundraising to help those less fortunate. FAB – Friends at Braeburn – is a parent-teacher association that organizes events, supports charitable activities and engages the school community. The Braeburn Coffee Shop, Braeburn Club and Lifelong Learning spaces also foster community involvement and engagement throughout the year.	Community & service Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is part of the IB Diploma Programme, focusing on community engagement and personal growth. The school emphasizes a strong sense of community among students, staff, and parents. Social responsibility and ethical awareness are embedded across programmes including BTEC.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Students can develop leadership through the student council, prefects, and house captains. Model United Nations and President's Awards offer real-life leadership opportunities beyond the classroom. Careers guidance supports subject choices and there is a Careers' Fair plus work-place experience opportunities.	Leadership & professional Mentorship, teamwork, and independent projects build leadership and professional skills. The IBDP Core (TOK, EE, CAS) fosters leadership, reflection, and social responsibility. BTEC pathways emphasize collaboration, project work, and enterprise-oriented skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport features a broad schedule of fixtures and a Sport For All policy to include participants of all abilities. Braeburn runs a Tim Bryett Football Academy and a strong Swimming program with training camps and competition at national and international levels. The Braeburn Fitness Centre provides gym facilities and group classes for staff and families, and the theatres and cultural events contribute to social and personal wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Active learning weaves movement into daily study, with Waldorf emphasis on educating the head, heart, and hands. Physical activity is supported through swimming, soccer, and basketball, as well as fieldwork and movement in early childhood. The curriculum emphasizes well-being, balance, and holistic development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Braeburn School offers a Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) programme that includes French, German and Swahili, supported by a Head of Modern Foreign Languages. The school recognises language diversity through student activities featuring Punjabi and Kikuyu, and it runs language classes in Arabic, Dutch, Mandarin, Welsh and Zulu via DuoLingo at Braeburn High School. Swahili is taught and used in real-life contexts, such as Year 5 Swahili learning experiences. The school also participates in language-focused events and competitions, including the British Council Festival of Languages and International Mother Language Day.	Language provision Kiswahili is taught in Grade 1 as Kiswahili: Building Language Foundations with language-focused activities. In Grade 2, Kiswahili and French appear in the subject rotation, supporting language development. In the IB Diploma Programme, English A: Language and Literature is studied, and Language Acquisition options include French B, Swahili B, or French Ab Initio, indicating multiple languages are offered across levels.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The French curriculum immerses students in the language through conversational practice, vocabulary building, and cultural exploration.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations Braeburn School is a co-educational international school in Nairobi, Kenya, teaching children from age 3 to 18 and following the National Curriculum of England and Wales. It is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools. The school is accredited by CIS and IAPS, and has ISI/BSO documentation; Cambridge International Examinations, BTEC Level 3 and Pearson Edexcel Certification are among its exam boards. It holds memberships with KAIS, COBIS (as a training school), and AISA. Term dates for 2025-2026 run from 6 January 2026 to 27 March 2026, with half term 16–20 February 2026, and Easter and Eid corresponding dates listed on the site. (Cited: Home/Accreditations pages)	Accreditations null
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Visit or chat: Before starting the admissions process, visit Braeburn School for a tour or have an informal chat with the headteacher if you are outside the country. This step provides context on the school's environment and programs. Final admission is subject to an interview with the headteacher. Upon successful completion of the admissions process, a letter confirming placement and the start date is issued. 2. Apply and offer: Complete the application form and pay a small non-refundable registration fee. An offer is made in writing, depending on places available. If a place cannot be accommodated immediately, the child will be placed on a waiting list. 3. Admissions testing and interview: The process may include pre- and post-admission testing to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum. Final admission is confirmed after an interview with the headteacher. 4. Documentation and start: Provide required documents (copies of passport or birth certificate, the previous two reports, and leaving certificate). After the process is completed, a placement letter with the start date is issued. 5. Year entry and placement: Entry can occur at any time of the year; age-based placement follows year-group guidelines. Waiting lists apply when a year group is full, and siblings may receive priority in admissions when relevant. English as an additional language support is available as appropriate, with testing to determine proficiency and the level of support.	Admissions 1. Complete and submit a Student Application with a non-refundable application fee of KShs 5,000 per child; the application and fee must be submitted before the school undertakes the initial assessment of the child. 2. Final admission and placement depend on space availability and the school's ability to provide the education and support required for the individual child; the decision is made by the teachers. 3. With increasing interest in Waldorf education, requests for placement exceed space, particularly in the Kindergartens, so interviews with parents/guardians of those requesting placement are conducted. 4. Broad criteria for admission: Kindergarten accepts children from eighteen months, with groups including toddler (18 months–2.5 years), playgroup (2.5–4 years), and kindergarten (4–6 years). Reception Group is for children in their last year of Kindergarten, focusing on developing pre-learning skills with teacher support to enter Primary School. Class One admission from Kindergarten to Primary School is not automatic; a child turning six on or before 30 November is automatically assessed for Class One readiness during term II of the current school year, and if successful, admission typically occurs in late August/early September of that year. If a child turns six after 30 November, an assessment may be carried out following consultation; if readiness is shown, admission may be granted. For Class Two and beyond, a series of interviews, observations, and assessments are conducted for optimal grade placement.
Scholarships	Scholarships Braeburn School offers Sixth Form Scholarships for the August 2026 intake. Applicants must submit strong predicted grades, academic and pastoral references, and a personal letter of motivation. Exceptional Academic-based Scholarship requires seven A or A* grades at IGCSE, including English and Mathematics. Exceptional Talent-based Scholarship requires exceptional ability in Drama, Music, or Sport, with a minimum grade C or above in IGCSE/GCSE English and Mathematics. The application deadline is 27 June 2026. To apply, download the Braeburn School Scholarship Application form, complete it, and submit it with the required documents.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist Where a year group is full, new admissions are placed on a waiting list. Waiting lists operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority may be given to siblings of children who already have a place at the school.	Waitlist —
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