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IB Curriculum International Schools in Kenya

Compare 16 IB Curriculum international schools in Kenya. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KES 735,496), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
16
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
KES 735,496
Fee range
KES 350 – 3,592,500
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (15 schools)
Average school size
615 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Kenya
Oldest
St. Mary's School Nairobi (1939)
With boarding
8
About international schools in Kenya

IB Curriculum international schools in Kenya form a compact but established group: the IB’s public directory lists about 15 authorised schools in the country, and several Kenyan schools run parts of the IB continuum while a smaller number offer the full PYP - MYP - DP pathway. Instruction is overwhelmingly in English, with Kiswahili commonly taught as a language subject and other modern languages such as French offered at many schools. Fees vary widely by school, year group and boarding option; recent fee listings for Nairobi-area international schools show typical annual tuition bands from roughly KES 350,000 up to around KES 1.2 - 1.5 million, with per-term billing and extra line items for registration, transport, uniforms and external exam entries. Most IB international schools in Kenya follow a three-term, Northern-Hemisphere academic calendar (September - July) and manage admissions around the start of that school year while also maintaining watchlists and mid-year places where capacity allows.

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11 international schools in Nairobi

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2 international schools in Kajiado

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1 international school in Nakuru

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1 international school in Thika

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1 international school in Mombasa

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FAQs for Kenya

How does the IB curriculum differ from the British (IGCSE/A-Level) or Kenyan national curricula?
The IB is an inquiry-based international framework that emphasises conceptual understanding, interdisciplinary learning and international-mindedness; the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16 - 19 year-olds includes core elements (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS) in addition to six subject groups. By contrast, IGCSE and A-Level pathways focus more directly on subject-by-subject examinations and content depth in specific subjects, while the Kenyan national system follows national syllabuses and examinations. Parents should compare assessment style, subject choice flexibility and how each pathway aligns with their child’s university plans.
What ages and stages do PYP, MYP and DP cover in IB schools?
The IB’s programmes are designed as a continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) typically covers ages about 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) about 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16 - 19 year-olds. Individual schools sometimes shift exact year/grade boundaries to match national or school systems, so check the school’s published year groups when planning transitions.
How much should we budget beyond headline tuition?
Tuition is usually invoiced by term and published by year group, but families should budget separately for one-off admission or registration deposits, transport or school bus fees, meals, school uniform, trips and external examination charges. Recent fee sheets from Nairobi schools show large variation by age and boarding choice, so use published school fee schedules to estimate your family’s full annual cost.
When should we apply and what does the admissions rhythm look like?
Most international IB schools in Kenya recruit most new pupils for the main September intake and operate a three-term calendar, but many accept applications year-round and will place children on waiting lists or offer mid-term starts where space allows. Expect schools to ask for an application form, previous school reports, an entrance assessment or interview for older pupils, and payment of registration or deposit fees to secure a place. Begin enquiries several months before your intended move and confirm the school’s specific deadlines and entry tests.
My child is not yet fluent in English - do Kenyan IB schools provide language support?
Yes; most international IB schools in Kenya teach in English and offer English as an Additional Language (EAL/ELL) or learning-support programmes to help non-native speakers access the curriculum, though the scope and duration of support vary by school and age. When you visit or ask for an offer, request the school’s EAL policy, sample support plans and details of how and where EAL lessons are delivered so you can judge whether the provision matches your child’s needs.