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Affordable International Schools in Mombasa, Kenya

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About international schools in Mombasa, Kenya

Mombasa’s international schools form a small, mixed market dominated by British-curriculum campuses alongside a single full IB provider and a handful of other international programmes, with most schools operating as day schools and a few offering weekly or full boarding. Instruction is almost always in English while Kiswahili is widely taught and some schools list explicit bilingual provision in English and Swahili. Published tuition on local school listings ranges widely - directory data shows annual fees from around KES 86,000 at the most affordable international-style schools up to more than KES 3.5 million at the highest end, with several genuine day-school options publishing fees below about KES 200,000 a year. Calendars and admissions rhythms differ by school (some follow the Kenyan January start, others a British/September start), so families should check each school’s intake window and budget for termly billing plus registration, deposit, transport, meals and exam-entry charges.

Compare 8 Affordable international schools in Mombasa, Kenya. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KES 385,344), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 8 schools · avg fee KES 440,393
Schools listed
8
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
KES 440,393
Fee range
KES 86,000 – 1,233,000
Most common curriculum
Cambridge (Primary) (4 schools)
Average school size
435 pupils
Largest by enrolment
MM Shah and MV Shah Academy
Oldest
Oshwal Academy Mombasa (1968)
With boarding
1
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Light International School Mombasa

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 3 to 18

KES 376,000 - 878,000
Ages 3 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Instructs in English
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KenCada International Academy

Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) · Ages 3 to 11

Fees not listed
Ages 3 to 11 years
Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Language not listed
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The Mombasa Academy

British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE · Ages 2 to 18

KES 197,200 - 626,800
Ages 2 to 18 years
British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Instructs in English
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Bright International Academy

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum · Ages 1 to 11

KES 86,000 - 198,000
Ages 1 to 11 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum
Instructs in English
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Deenway International School

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum · Ages 8 to 18

KES 180,000
Ages 8 to 18 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Language not listed
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MM Shah and MV Shah Academy

EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) · Ages 2 to 18

KES 147,500 - 431,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Language not listed
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Oshwal Academy Mombasa

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 2 to 18

KES 267,000 - 1,233,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Language not listed
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The Coast Academy

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 2 to 18

KES 375,000 - 990,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Kenya

Which curricula are most common at international schools in Mombasa?
Most international schools in Mombasa offer British programmes (Cambridge/Edexcel) and variants of the International Primary/early years curricula, with at least one school offering the full IB continuum and a few schools using other international syllabuses. Check each school’s profile for the precise exam routes (IGCSE, A-Level, IB Diploma, etc.) and whether primary programmes use IPC/IEYC or a local-adapted syllabus.
How much does an "affordable" international school cost in Mombasa?
Published annual tuition for the lower-cost international-style day schools in Mombasa starts at roughly KES 86,000 and several schools publish fees under about KES 200,000 a year, while the local market average and top-tier schools sit well above that range. Remember that most schools bill per term and add registration or deposit fees plus transport, meals, uniform and exam-entry charges which together can increase the effective annual cost.
When should we apply and what paperwork will schools ask for?
Start your search several months before the intake you want - families are commonly advised to begin 3 - 6 months ahead of the main intake because popular year groups and assessment slots fill. Schools typically request passports and visa or residence documents where relevant, recent school reports, a transfer/leaving certificate, birth certificates and full immunisation records, and most run an age-appropriate assessment or interview before offering a place.
What ages and stages do Mombasa international schools cover?
Many Mombasa international schools cover the full span from early years or reception through secondary (up to age 17 - 18), though individual schools vary and some specialise in primary-only provision. Confirm the exact year groups and age cut-offs when you enquire, because placement between systems (British, IB, local) can shift a child up or down a year.
What practical factors should parents prioritise when choosing an affordable international school here?
Look for clarity about the curriculum and recognised examination routes, the language of instruction and the school’s support for children arriving mid-year, transparent fee schedules (what is included and what is billed separately), and realistic information on transport, security and pastoral provision. Also check the school calendar against your arrival date - September-start and January-start schools coexist and the calendar you pick can determine whether your child can start immediately or mid-year.