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Braeside Lavington

Kenya, Nairobi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KES 5,000 - 1,465,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1047
Type Co-educational
Opened 1994
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages English, French, Swahili, German
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Braeside Lavington is a co-educational international school in Nairobi, Kenya, offering education from Early Years Foundation Stage (age 2) to Sixth Form (age 17). The school provides an international version of the National Curriculum of England, with programmes including the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and a BTEC Qualification. Founded in 1994, it now serves students from over 50 nationalities, emphasising flexibility, creativity, and international-mindedness. It is organised into EYFS, Primary, Middle, and Upper School sections, with open communication between home and school underpinning success. Facilities include two age-appropriate libraries, a Music room, three computing suites, an Art room, four Science Laboratories, and a fully equipped Food Laboratory. A 420-seat theatre complements playing fields, a basketball court, and a 25-metre swimming pool (with a dedicated Early Years pool). The campus also features a large dining facility, counselling and nursing spaces, a bus fleet, and secure parking, supporting a broad curriculum with sport and creative arts integral to school life.

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The Essentials

Braeside Lavington has 1,047 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Braeside Lavington is in Nairobi, Kenya. It is located off Muthangari Road in the Lavington neighbourhood of Nairobi. It is part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.

Stages
Ages 3–18; Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form.

Type
Co-educational international school

Country affiliation
Kenya
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Braeside Lavington ranges from KES 5,000 to KES 1,465,000 for 2026/27.

Academic year covered
- The fee figures below apply to the 2025/2026 academic year.

Application and registration
- Non‑refundable registration (application) fee: KSh 5,000 payable with the registration form.
- Entry deposit (one‑off, charged on joining): KSh 15,000. The deposit is charged once and is refundable at the end of a pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher.
- In some year groups with limited vacancies a 20% advance of the tuition fee is payable against the first term's invoice; this advance is not refundable if a confirmed place is not taken up.

Tuition fees — annual and per term / per tranche (by year group)
- Crèche (Half Day): Annual KSh 495,600 — billed in three tranches; per term (three-tranche) KSh 165,200.
- Crèche (Full Day), FS1 (Nursery) & FS2 (Reception): Annual KSh 688,798 — billed in three tranches; per term (three-tranche) KSh 229,599.33.
- Year 1 to Year 6: Annual KSh 1,183,800 — billed in three tranches; per term KSh 394,600.
- Year 7 to Year 9: Annual KSh 1,322,100 — billed in three tranches; per term KSh 440,700.
- Year 10: Annual KSh 1,398,000 — Year 10 is billed in three tranches; per term KSh 466,000.
- Year 11: Annual KSh 1,398,000 — Year 11 is billed in two tranches (August and December); per tranche KSh 699,000.
- Year 12 & Year 13: Annual KSh 1,465,000 — Years 12 and 13 are billed in two tranches (August and December); per tranche KSh 732,500.

Lunch fees (annual)
- Crèche to Year 2: Annual KSh 122,400.
- Year 3 to Year 6: Annual KSh 128,400.
- Year 7 & Year 8: Annual KSh 138,300.
- Year 9 to Year 13: Annual KSh 140,399. Lunch charges are included in the published fee categories but are billed according to the school's tranche schedule for each year group.

Transport (annual, by zone)
- Zone A (return): KSh 109,799; Zone A (one way): KSh 66,000.
- Zone B (return): KSh 142,800; Zone B (one way): KSh 85,800.
- Zone C (return): KSh 175,499; Zone C (one way): KSh 105,598.
- Zone D (return): KSh 197,100; Zone D (one way): KSh 118,500. Transport is optional and charged in addition to tuition; family discounts on transport apply when siblings use the same route.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is referenced among possible fee components but no specific boarding fee amounts are published in the school's published fee schedule.

Other charges and recurring extras
- Examination fees, enrolment charges and certain activity or trip charges are not included in the published tuition/lunch/transport figures and are charged separately when applicable. Activity fees are normally accompanied by an official letter from the headteacher.
- The published tuition figures are described as fully inclusive of all approved textbooks and exercise books.

Discounts, surcharges and billing schedule
- Billing schedule: Years 11–13 are billed in two tranches (August and December). All other years are billed in three tranches (August, December and April).
- Early payment discount: 3% discount on tuition fees when full payment is made within 6 days of the term due date.
- Family (sibling) discounts on tuition only: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th child 30%; 5th and subsequent children 40%. Family discount on transport (subject to same route) is 50% for the 2nd and each subsequent sibling.
- Late payment surcharge: 1.25% per month on overdue amounts.

Refund and withdrawal terms
- Registration fee: non‑refundable.
- Entry deposit: refundable at the end of a pupil's final term after clearance by the headteacher (subject to deductions for losses or breakages).
- A 20% advance payment (where applicable) is non‑refundable if a confirmed place is not taken up.
- Withdrawal notice: a full term's written notice, acknowledged in writing by the headteacher, is required for withdrawals; otherwise a full term's fees are payable in lieu of such notice.

Fee payment options
- The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, card, mobile money). Parents are billed in the term/tranche structure described above and should follow the school's invoicing and parent‑portal instructions for payment.

Other important points (summary)
- Annual figures shown above are in Kenya Shillings (KSh) and cover tuition, lunch and transport where indicated; examination and certain activity fees are additional. The Board of Directors reserves the right to alter fees on five months' notice.
Academics

Braeside Lavington teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Braeside Lavington follows a balanced, broad curriculum based on the National Curriculum, with additional learning opportunities to enhance and extend learning. The aim is to prepare students for adult and working life in the 21st century, emphasising flexibility, creativity, and international-mindedness. The curriculum covers Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form, with sport and the creative arts integral to school life.

Higher Education Progression
Braeside Sixth Form offers AS and A Levels or the BTEC Extended Diploma. Entry requirements for A Levels are five IGCSE passes at grade C or above, typically with four subjects at AS and at least three to A level in Year 13. A wide range of subjects is offered, including Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Economics, Literature in English, Art and Design, Business Studies, IT, Sociology, Psychology, History, Geography, and Global Perspectives. The Careers team provides ongoing guidance and university placement support, and graduates progress to reputable universities locally and overseas.

Gifted and Talented
The music program provides ABRSM and LCM examinations for more talented students.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Visit Braeside Lavington for a tour or have an informal chat with the headteacher before starting the admissions process. This helps families understand the environment and ask questions. If you are outside the country, arrange the visit or conversation as part of the initial contact. Final admission is subject to an interview with the headteacher. 2. Entrance assessment is conducted using age-appropriate tools. This ensures the pupil can access the curriculum and provides teachers with a picture of the child's needs and strengths. It also helps with target setting for academic performance. The assessment informs next steps in the admissions process. 3. The interview with the headteacher is part of the admissions process. It helps determine placement and suitability for Braeside Lavington. 4. Upon completion of the admissions process, a letter from the headteacher confirms the placement and the start date.

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 in the school.
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