Cavina School vs Kenton College Preparatory School

	C Cavina School Nairobi, Kenya	K Kenton College Preparatory School Nairobi, Kenya
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KES 355,500 - 1,145,400	Fees / year KES 756,000 - 1,400,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 13 years	Age range 3 - 13 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 117	Pupils 346
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1950	Opened 1924
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Kilimani, Nairobi, Kenya. The campus sits on a leafy site in the heart of Kilimani. It is accessible by local roads with nearby amenities and transport links.	Location Kenton College Preparatory School is located on Gichugu Road in Kileleshwa, Nairobi, Kenya. The postal address is PO Box 25406-00603, Lavington, Nairobi.
Stages	Stages Pre-Prep Unit (ages 2–5) and Prep School (ages 6–13).	Stages Early Years and Preparatory, up to Year 8.
School type	School type British-curriculum preparatory school with a Christian foundation.	School type Preparatory school (Early Years to Year 8).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Cavina provides in-class support for pupils with special educational needs. Pupils identified as needing additional provision receive small group or one-to-one interventions, and, where necessary, specialists and therapists are brought in to support the child.	Additional learning support Pastoral care and wellbeing support; a dedicated Pastoral Care team led by the Headteacher, with Deputy Head Pastoral and Deputy Head of Juniors and EY, plus Heads of Year, House Parents, Form Teachers, the Listening Team, pupil pastoral mentors, the school doctor and nurses.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Kenya.	Country affiliation Kenya
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Christian.	Religious affiliation Christian values with an inclusive environment welcoming families of all faiths.
School day structure	School day structure Each school day begins with a Christian act of worship. Fridays feature morning devotions arranged by house captains and House Assemblies use the Book of Common Prayer. The daily life integrates spiritual life with academic learning.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The school offers a bus service with defined routes and transport arrangements.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration (application) fee: KES 7,500 (non‑refundable). - Admission deposit: A full term's tuition fee is payable to secure a offered place; this deposit is non‑refundable if the place is not taken up. Tuition fees (per term) and annual equivalents by year group - Playgroup (age 2–3): KES 118,500 per term — annual equivalent KES 355,500. - PP I (age 3–4): KES 159,000 per term — annual equivalent KES 477,000. - PP II (age 4–5): KES 220,200 per term — annual equivalent KES 660,600. - PP III / Year 1 (age 5–6): KES 263,500 per term — annual equivalent KES 790,500. - Form I / Year 2 (age 6–7): KES 323,100 per term — annual equivalent KES 969,300. - Form II / Year 3 (age 7–8): KES 323,100 per term — annual equivalent KES 969,300. - Form III / Year 4 (age 8–9): KES 342,300 per term — annual equivalent KES 1,026,900. - Form IV / Year 5 (age 9–10): KES 381,800 per term — annual equivalent KES 1,145,400. - Form V / Year 6 (age 10–11): KES 381,800 per term — annual equivalent KES 1,145,400. - Lower VI / Year 7 (age 11–12): KES 381,800 per term — annual equivalent KES 1,145,400. - Upper VI / Year 8 (age 12–13): KES 381,800 per term — annual equivalent KES 1,145,400. Discounts - Sibling discount on tuition (tuition only): 5% for the second child, 10% for the third child, and 15% for the fourth child (applies from PP1). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is charged per term (fees shown above are per term per child). Parents are required to pay the deposit (a full term's fees) to secure a place after admission acceptance. - Withdrawal policy: One full term's written notice is required when removing a child from the school, or one full term's tuition fee in lieu of notice. The notice must be acknowledged by the headmaster. Boarding fees - Cavina operates as a day preparatory school; there are no boarding fees because boarding is not offered. Other costs and recurring charges (per term) - School lunches (per term): Playgroup KES 19,000; Pre‑Prep unit KES 21,000; Preparatory school KES 25,000. - AAR ambulance service fee: KES 1,000 per term. - Uniforms and compulsory clothing: Wearing the school uniform is compulsory. Uniform items are available from the school's official supplier (Animet Ltd — contact details provided by the school). Prices for uniform items are set by the supplier. - Optional activity or external provider fees (e.g., extracurricular providers) may be charged separately as applicable; specific activity charges are invoiced when applicable. Refund information - The registration/application fee (KES 7,500) is non‑refundable. - The admission deposit (one term's fee) is non‑refundable if the offered place is not taken up. - Other refund situations are governed by the school's notice and withdrawal policy (one term's notice or one term's fee in lieu). Specific refunds beyond these stated items are not published. Fee payment options and contact for payment queries - No specific public listing of accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, cheque, online portal) is published in the school's public fee documents. For confirmation of accepted payment methods and to obtain payment instructions, contact the Admissions or Finance office directly by phone or email: Admissions +254 708 387 746; Main line +254 706 232 334; email admissions@cavina.ac.ke or admin@cavina.ac.ke. Important practical notes - All tuition amounts above are quoted per term; multiply by three to obtain an approximate annual tuition figure based on the school's three‑term year. - For matters not stated explicitly in the fee documents (for example, detailed payment procedures, exact uniform prices, or exceptional refund cases), contact the Admissions or Finance office using the phone numbers or email addresses above.	Fee details Application & admission fees - Application fee: KES 5,500 per application. - Enrolment (admission) fee: KES 44,000 (one‑off). Application and enrolment fees are non‑refundable. Tuition fees (per trimester and annual totals by year group) - Early Years Foundation: KES 152,000 per trimester — annual total KES 456,000. - Early Years 1: KES 224,000 per trimester — annual total KES 672,000. - Early Years 2: KES 224,000 per trimester — annual total KES 672,000. - Year 1: KES 252,000 per trimester — annual total KES 756,000. - Year 2: KES 280,000 per trimester — annual total KES 840,000. - Year 3: KES 294,000 per trimester — annual total KES 882,000. - Year 4: KES 336,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 5: KES 336,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 6: KES 336,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,008,000. - Year 7: KES 406,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,218,000. - Year 8: KES 420,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,260,000. - Year 9: KES 420,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,260,000. - Year 10: KES 448,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,344,000. - Year 11: KES 672,000 per trimester (two trimesters billed) — total KES 1,344,000 (costs for Year 11 candidates are collected over two trimesters). - Year 12: KES 700,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,400,000. - Year 13: KES 700,000 per trimester — annual total KES 1,400,000. Optional / additional recurring charges - Lunch (optional): amounts depend on year group (examples from published schedule): - Kindergarten: KES 28,500 per trimester — annual KES 85,500. - Prep (Years 2–6) example: KES 43,000 per trimester — annual KES 129,000. - Middle/junior/senior examples: amounts range (examples shown include KES 50,000–100,000 per trimester for older year groups). - School text‑book deposit (refundable): typically KES 25,000 for many year groups; higher deposits (KES 50,000) apply for some upper years. - Individual music lessons (per instrument): KES 20,000 per trimester (KES 60,000 per year). - Clubs and activities (examples): swimming breakfast KES 8,000 per trimester; skating club KES 8,000 per trimester; organic soap/skincare club KES 15,000 per trimester. - Medical evacuation cover (annual): KES 2,200. School transport (bus) fees - School transport is available with zone‑based annual rates. Example two‑way annual rates published range from KES 31,000 to KES 76,000 depending on zone and route; many central Nairobi zones are shown at KES 60,000 per year (two‑way) while outlying zones are higher or lower depending on distance. Transport fees are billed separately from tuition. Boarding - Boarding is not listed among the published charges; fees and charges shown are structured for day scholars (day school). No boarding fee is published. Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties - Fees are billed by trimester. All trimester fees must be paid in advance according to deadlines communicated at the start of each trimester. - Late payment penalty: KES 5,000 per month for fees not paid by the due dates. - Late pickup penalty: KES 5,000 per hour (or part thereof) for children picked up after the published collection time. - Withdrawal policy: a trimester's written notice is required (or payment of one trimester's fee in lieu of notice); the notice must be submitted during the first week of the final term the child is attending. Refunds and refundable items - Application and enrolment (admission) fees are non‑refundable. Refundable items explicitly stated include the school textbook deposit (amounts vary by year group). Withdrawal notice rules apply as above; other refund specifics are governed by the school's terms. Fee payment methods - The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment instruments (for example, which banks, bank transfer details, or credit card acceptance). For the school's billed payment instructions and accepted payment methods, contact the school administration at admin@kenton.ac.ke or by telephone. Sibling discounts and concessions - Sibling discount on tuition only: 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 10%; 4th child or more 15% (applies to tuition). Notes on the academic year used - The fee figures above are taken from the school's published fee schedule for the September 2024 – August 2025 academic year (this schedule is the most detailed published fee schedule found). The figures above reproduce the published trimester and annual rates, refundable textbook deposits, optional charges, transport zone rates, billing terms, penalties, and the stated withdrawal and refund provisions.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory. The list covers boys and girls from PP1 to Upper VI, including shirts, trousers/skirts, ties, caps, blazers, fleece jackets, stockings, and sportswear; all items must be the correct colour and pattern and clearly marked with the pupil's name. Uniforms are available from Animet Ltd.	Uniform requirement Full school uniform is required and is worn for trips and major events such as Friday assemblies, concerts, the Carol Service and Speech Day. The standard uniform can be purchased from Haria's School Outfitters in Nairobi, while games socks, sun suits and tracksuits are available from the school Matron.
Food options	Food options Lunches are provided; per-term charges are: Playgroup 19,000; Pre-Prep Unit (PP1–PP3) 21,000; Preparatory School (FI–UVI) 25,000. An ambulance service (AAR) fee is 1,000 per term.	Food options —
House system	House system The school operates a house system; house captains arrange Friday morning devotions and review progress by each house. House Assemblies use the Book of Common Prayer with set Scripture readings.	House system Pupils are divided into four Houses: Bongos (Yellow), Elands (Blue), Kudus (Red) and Oryx (Green). Each House is led by a House Parent with pupil House Captains to develop leadership; inter-House activities include sports tournaments and House singing, with the House of the Term competition culminating in a poolside BBQ and House points contributing to the Grigg Cup presented at Speech Day.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school was founded in 1950 by Hugh Massie-Blomfield. It remained in the Massie-Blomfield family for decades, with Jean and then Anthony Massie-Blomfield; it is now steered by a board of directors.	Governance and ownership The school is run on a not-for-profit basis by Kenton College Trust, which is owned by a charitable trust. The Directors of the company act as Governors and meet regularly to determine planning and policy; Governors are not involved in the day-to-day running of the school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Cavina curriculum is British-curriculum preparatory for children aged two to 13. The school is divided into Pre-prep and Prep School. The Common Entrance examination, taken in the final year, includes eight major subjects: Mathematics, English, French, Science, British History, Geography, Scripture, and Latin. English is central, with English language and literature taught to all pupils. The curriculum also includes Computer Studies, Art, Music, Physical Education, and the Performing Arts; by age 13 pupils are introduced to three languages and undertake independent projects and broader learning experiences.	Curriculum details The curriculum in the Junior School is based closely on the English National Curriculum. Mornings include English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Information and Communications Technology, Kiswahili, Religious Studies, Art and Design Technology, Music and Physical Education, with French from Year 4. Languages taught include Kiswahili, French, Spanish and Latin. Subject delivery is supported by specialist teachers for some subjects. Year 8 scholars have earned a Scholarship or Exhibition to their next schools, and over 85% of Year 8 pupils have achieved A*-B in English Common Entrance since 2018.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Past and current Cavina pupils have won academic, sports and music scholarships to top senior schools such as Peponi Secondary, St Andrew's Turi, Brookhouse and Hillcrest. The Beacon Scholarship provides two-thirds of the costs for secondary and UK university education.	Exam results Over 85% of Year 8 pupils have achieved A*-B in English Common Entrance since 2018. Year 8 scholars have earned a Scholarship or Exhibition to their next schools. The Year 8 Debating team won the Debate With Hart competition in 2023 and 2024. Some pupils have achieved academic scholarships to senior schools, including the Srinivasa Ramanujan Mathematics Award.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Many Cavina pupils win scholarships to senior schools in Kenya and abroad, and some go on to study at world-class universities. The Beacon Scholarship provides two-thirds of the costs for secondary and UK university education.	Higher education progression Pupils leave Year 8 to a wide variety of schools in Kenya, South Africa and the United Kingdom.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Scholarships are available for high achievers, including the Kenneth Mason Scholarship (for Year 7) and the Founder's Scholarship (for Years 5–6), with a maximum of two scholarships awarded per year. The Kenneth Mason and Founder's Scholarships recognize outstanding ability in sports, music, acting or art and require academic excellence and leadership potential. The Beacon Scholarship is a leadership bursary that provides up to two-thirds of costs for secondary and UK university education.	Gifted and talented Design and Technology provides pathways into engineering, architecture, product design and applied mathematics, supporting scholarships in DT. Drama offers the potential for a Drama Scholarship for Year 9. Some pupils receive academic scholarships to senior schools, including the Srinivasa Ramanujan Mathematics Award.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Cavina's small, family atmosphere supports pupil welfare and social development. The senior leadership team and form teachers monitor each pupil's academic and personal progress, and Year 8 pupils (and others needing extra support) have access to a dedicated teacher mentor. Professional counsellors and a nurse are available to support pupils' emotional wellbeing.	Social & emotional learning The Pastoral Care network supports holistic development with core values of honesty, courage, respect and kindness. Wellbeing is nurtured through weekly Wellbeing sessions and Friday Wellness sessions, and a School Council plus Listening Team provide leadership and ongoing support.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Cavina takes special educational needs seriously. Pupils with SEN receive in-classroom support from all teachers, and those identified as requiring additional provision benefit from small-group or one-to-one interventions. If necessary, additional specialists and therapists are brought in following consultations with parents.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a SEND Policy.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language There is an English as an Additional Language Policy. The Languages department teaches Kiswahili, French, Spanish and Latin.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing A fulltime paediatric nurse monitors the physical and emotional wellbeing of pupils and offers fitness and nutrition advice.	Mental wellbeing The Wellbeing programme equips children with the skills to manage their mental health and fosters a positive attitude to life, including weekly Wellbeing sessions and Friday Wellness sessions.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Pastoral care and medical services support safeguarding and pupil welfare. The senior leadership team monitors pupils' progress, with professional counsellors and a nurse available to assist pupils as needed.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are addressed by a policy applicable to all staff, governors and volunteers; the welfare of the child is paramount.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Cavina is a British-curriculum preparatory school for children aged two to 13, located on a leafy site in Kilimani, Nairobi. The campus has large grounds with a variety of natural ecosystems. There is a well-equipped science laboratory for science instruction. There is a modern, purpose-built music school with teaching rooms and practice rooms.	Facilities overview Kenton College Preparatory School sits on a 35‑acre campus in Nairobi. The site features a large hall used for assemblies and concerts, the Davies Music Gallery with twenty music rooms, two computing labs, a Design & Technology studio and workshop, a well‑equipped art room with pottery wheels, and libraries for Early Years and Preparatory pupils. A wellness centre provides a full‑time doctor and a school nurse. The campus also houses several sports and learning facilities, including a forthcoming multi‑purpose Sports Hall.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Cricket is the main sport during the Michaelmas term for both boys and girls. We have access to the Nairobi Club cricket grounds and host fixtures there against other schools. Timetabled sessions twice a week involve nets or field practice, with regular after-school team training. We have an experienced cricket coaching team, including ex-Kenya players. Swimming takes place year-round in Cavina's own 25-metre pool, with an after-school programme and early-morning advanced squad training; Cavina hosts a house swimming gala each March.	Sports facilities There are four expansive grass pitches, an eight‑lane heated swimming pool with a touch‑pad timing system, a full‑sized AstroTurf pitch, three tennis courts and three cricket nets. An upcoming multi‑purpose Sports Hall will expand indoor space for physical activities and include a dance studio, strength and conditioning room, two squash courts and a cafeteria. These facilities support the school's broad PE and sports programme and competitive teams.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The curriculum is English-centered. The school is divided into Pre-prep and Prep sections. Cavina provides instruction in Computer Studies, Art, Music, Physical Education, and the Performing Arts. Cavina has a well-equipped science laboratory for science instruction. The eight major subjects for Common Entrance include Mathematics, English, French, Science, British History, Geography, Scripture, and Latin. The school has large grounds with a variety of natural ecosystems in addition to laboratory facilities for science instruction.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include two fully equipped Computing Labs, a Design & Technology (DT) Studio and workshop, and a well‑resourced Art Room with pottery wheels. The Davies Music Gallery supports music education with dedicated spaces and resources. There are two libraries—one for Early Years and a second for Preparatory pupils—designed to foster reading and inquiry, complemented by ICT and other classroom resources to support learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Adventure fires the spirit, and Cavina embraces the pursuit of challenging expeditions that teach resilience and resourcefulness. From an early age, pupils are introduced to a world that may include camping out in the wild, camel trekking, or Mount Kenya ascents. The learning continues at school through extracurricular clubs, with children exposed to a wide range of disciplines, such as chess, coding or karate. Many of our clubs are teacher-led, allowing the teacher to introduce children to their passions. As pupils progress up the school, trips become longer and more challenging, and they are challenged intellectually through regular debates or sixth-form talks.	Extra curricular facilities Extras are offered after school from 3.45–4.45pm, Monday to Thursday, covering a wide range of clubs including Karate, Taekwondo, Chess, Golf, Lego, Little Einsteins (STEM), Basketball, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Photography, Tennis, Swimming, Rugby, STEMROBO (Robotics, Coding & AI), LAMDA, CrEd (Performing Arts) and Fencing. The Afternoon Activities programme also includes the Kenton Award Life Skills activities, which cover Survival Skills, Needlework, Cooking and Nutrition, Gardening, Charity and Outreach, Key Skills and Money Management, with progression across year groups and connections to trips and assessments.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Cavina School was founded in 1950 by Hugh Massie-Blomfield, a retired colonial official. It is the second oldest British-curriculum school in Nairobi and the sixth-oldest international school in Kenya. Massie-Blomfield named the school after the ship Cavina, on which he first met his wife, Jean. The early years were modest: in 1954 the East African Standard described Cavina as Nairobi's smallest school with one classroom, 18 pupils and two teachers, and Cavina was known as a crammer that prepared pupils for examinations. By the end of the 1950s Cavina became a fully-fledged prep school, and the school became single-sex with girls excluded for about 25 years. After Massie-Blomfield's death in October 1968, the leadership stayed with the Massie-Blomfield family, Jean until 1974 and then his son Anthony who led the school for more than four decades until his retirement in 2021. The school expanded geographically with two additional properties on Elgeyo Marakwet Road to complement the original site, and the pupil body grew to about 155 pupils in the prep school (with girls returning in 1981) and 100 more in the pre-prep unit founded in 1996. The Cavina mission remains rooted in a God-honouring Christian philosophy and its traditions.” ,	History Kenton College Preparatory School was founded in January 1924 at Kijabe, with roots in Kenya Grange at Lumbwa. Finlay Cramb took over an empty German sanatorium and the school moved to Kileleshwa, reopening in January 1935 on the present site. It began as an all-boys, boarding school and grew to more than 100 pupils by 1966. The school became a Trust in 1980, admitted girls for the first time in 1992, and became fully co-educational; it is one of ten IAPS Preparatory Schools in Kenya.
Community	Community Giving back is an important part of Cavina's philosophy. Through charity drives, many organized by the pupils themselves, students learn to understand their good fortune and the responsibility to help make the world better. Charity events occur every term, with each academic house taking charge of one charity day per term; pupils identify and select charities and plan how to raise funds, with activities such as readathons, village fairs, raffles and treasure hunts, and the whole school participates, often in costumes. Additional activities include the annual bucket appeal at Christmas and the poppy appeal for Kenyan servicemen who fought in the Second World War. The principal charity is the East Africa Character Development Trust, which works with more than 4,000 children in Nairobi's informal settlements, supporting them through feeding, training and sporting programmes to give hope to underprivileged youngsters and to identify future leaders and athletes.	Community The school fosters a caring community that values diversity and its Kenyan heritage. The Pastoral Care network, led by the Headteacher, includes Heads of Year, House Parents, Form Teachers, a Listening Team, pupil pastoral mentors, the school doctor and nurses, with a Wellbeing programme and a School Council to support pupils. The House System creates community across four Houses—Bongos, Elands, Kudus and Oryx—through inter-House activities, merit rewards, and termly celebrations such as a poolside BBQ and Speech Day. The Kenton Award unites the co-curriculum under one umbrella, rewarding engagement across activities and developing resilience, leadership, teamwork and mental health awareness.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Cavina runs regular debates and hosts general knowledge competitions that challenge pupils beyond the classroom. Visiting speakers from a wide range of occupations contribute to the learning experience, and sixth-form talks provide opportunities to engage with complex ideas. The learning continues through extracurricular clubs and intellectually stimulating activities that broaden academic horizons.	Academic & intellectual STEMROBO: Robotics, Coding & AI is offered as an after-school activity. Little Einsteins (STEM) is offered as an after-school activity. The Kenton Award brings together all aspects of the co-curriculum under one umbrella and rewards pupils for their efforts and engagement across a range of different areas. The Life Skills Activities in the afternoon promote confidence, initiative and independence, and are linked to the Kenton Award record for the year.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative There is a modern music school with dedicated teaching rooms and practice spaces. Private lessons are available on orchestral instruments, guitar, piano, voice, or even bagpipes. The extracurricular program includes a large orchestra and ensembles such as a pipe band, string orchestra, jazz band, ceilidh band, and two choirs.	Arts & creative Arts subjects include Design & Technology, Music and Drama as part of the curriculum. The Extras include CrEd (Performing Arts) and Photography to develop creative expression, with LAMDA and Lego also offered as after-school options. After-school offerings expand opportunities for creative development through theatre, music, visual arts and design activities. The Arts program is complemented by drama and music offerings and related creative clubs.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English is the language of instruction. French and Latin are offered as major subjects. Environmental club and Scottish reeling are part of Cavina's cultural activities.	Cultural & language Recent trips include a choir trip to Germany, reflecting international cultural exposure. Junior trips include visits to Nairobi National Park, the Elephant Orphanage and art galleries in Nairobi, broadening cultural understanding. The Wider Horizons programme undertaken by Year 8 pupils provides a progressive set of experiences linked to personal growth. Travelling experiences linked to curriculum and culture are part of Kenton's co-curricular education.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Cavina offers a broad range of extracurricular clubs and activities, including chess, coding, karate, ballet, gymnastics, pottery, origami, and more. Many clubs are teacher-led and optional, reflecting students' interests. Outdoor adventures and expeditions foster social interaction and teamwork.	Social & hobbies After-school Extras offer a wide range of clubs, including Karate, Taekwondo, Chess, Golf, Lego, Little Einsteins (STEM), Basketball, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Photography, Tennis, Swimming, Rugby, STEMROBO: Robotics, Coding & AI, LAMDA and CrEd (Performing Arts), and Fencing. Sessions run from 3:45–4:45pm, Monday to Thursday. The Extras programme nurtures curiosity, confidence and creativity outside the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service Charitable events and community service initiatives are integral to Cavina's extracurricular fabric. Spiritual life and service are emphasized as part of the Cavina education. Visiting speakers and school projects encourage pupils to contribute to their communities.	Community & service Charity and Outreach is a Life Skills Activity in the Afternoon. The Kenton Award links co-curricular activities to personal growth and records, including charity involvement. The Pastoral Care network supports the community through Wellbeing and Wellness sessions, and promotes a caring ethos with assemblies, a School Council and a Listening Team.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional House captains organize morning devotions on Fridays and review weekly progress. Regular sixth-form talks provide leadership exposure and career-related insights. Students take on leadership roles within teacher-led clubs and activities.	Leadership & professional The Kenton Award promotes leadership skills and the importance of teamwork and effective communication. The award culminates in Head Boy, Head Girl and Prefect appointments, and Year 8 follows a Life Skills programme for senior school entry. The House System fosters leadership development through House Captains and peer mentoring, and the School Council enables pupils to develop leadership skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Adventure and outdoor expeditions, such as camping, camel trekking, and Mount Kenya ascents, are central to Cavina's approach. Sports and physical education are part of the program, contributing to pupils' fitness and well-being. Outdoor learning and physical activity support resilience and overall well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Wellbeing programme provides weekly Wellbeing sessions and Friday Wellness sessions to support mental health and resilience. Core values of honesty, courage, respect and kindness underpin pastoral care. The Pastoral Care network includes a school doctor and nurses to support learners' health and happiness.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English, French, and Kiswahili are taught. English language and literature is studied by all students. French is introduced early with an emphasis on oral work; grammar is introduced in Form IV and preparation for the final Common Entrance exam includes past papers and exam-style questions. Kiswahili lessons are stimulating, engaging and a highlight of the week.	Language provision Kenton College Preparatory School teaches Kiswahili, French, Spanish and Latin in the Modern Foreign Languages department. The aim is to equip pupils with the skills to communicate in the languages taught and to nurture confident, open-minded communicators. Lessons are interactive, using ICT and visual aids to engage learners and foster global awareness in an interconnected world.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiry: Prospective families submit an enquiry online using the enquiry tab or email the admissions registrar, Ms. This begins the Cavina admissions process. The school provides information about age groups, class availability, and the admissions timeline after the enquiry. An enquiry does not commit a family to a place. 2. Tours and registration: Cavina conducts regular school tours throughout the year, and Ms. Minayo will place you on a tour following your enquiry. After the tour, you may register your child if you wish to proceed. A non-refundable registration fee of 7,500 Kenyan Shillings is payable at this stage to cover the administrative costs of maintaining the waiting list. Payment of the registration fee does not guarantee a place. 3. Waiting list and intake: The waiting list for some classes is long, so early applications are encouraged. The main intake is in Playgroup, with a maximum of 25 places per year. Priority is given to siblings, then generally by date of application, while other factors such as balancing the numbers of boys and girls may influence offers. In some years, places are only available when vacancies arise due to a pupil leaving; Cavina aims to reduce class sizes toward the top of the school and may not replace pupils who leave after Form IV. 4. Registration timing and exceptions: Registration is accepted after you have toured the school, with exceptions for families living outside Kenya at the time of application. The process is designed to be straightforward and supportive for families navigating international admissions.	Admissions 1. Entry point is decided based on age bands. The Headteacher confirms whether a suitable place is available in the Year group requested. This initiates the admissions process and determines whether the applicant can proceed to the next stage. 2. The Registrar is provided with the following details: full names, date of birth and gender of the child; nationality; details of the current school; names and contact details of the parents (including email address and cell numbers); details if a previous application has been made, including one for another child; a request for a Parents (ONLY) meeting with the Headteacher. 3. A Parents meeting with the Headteacher is requested. A tour of the school follows. 4. Year 2 Entry and Year 3–8 Entry follow the same age-band based process, with the same steps applied to each entry point.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships: Cavina offers a maximum of two scholarships per year. The Kenneth Mason Scholarship is awarded to a pupil joining in Lower VI (Year 7) who is outstanding in sport, music, acting, or art, and who demonstrates academic excellence and leadership potential. This scholarship provides a 30 percent reduction in school fees, with an additional bursary of up to 30 percent if required. The Founder's Scholarship is awarded to a pupil joining in Form IV or Form V (Years 5 or 6) who is outstanding in sport, music, acting, or art and demonstrates academic excellence and good character. This scholarship provides a 20 percent reduction on school fees, with up to 30 percent bursary available. Bursaries are means-tested and offered only to Kenneth Mason or Founder's Scholars, requiring full disclosure of finances to Cavina's accounts department. The maximum bursary is 30 percent but may be lower depending on means testing. The Beacon Scholarship is a leadership bursary that provides two-thirds of costs for the child's secondary education and UK university education; past Cavina pupils have been awarded scholarships to top senior schools including Peponi, St Andrew's Turi, Brookhouse and Hillcrest.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist There is a waiting list for some Cavina classes. A non-refundable registration fee of 7,500 Kenyan Shillings is payable at registration to cover waiting list administrative costs. Payment of the registration fee does not guarantee a place. The waiting list length varies by class, and early applications are encouraged.	Waitlist —
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