Greensteds International School

Kenya, Nakuru

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees KES 168,000 - 1,407,000

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 1936

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, BTEC Qualification

Taught languages French, Swahili, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Greensteds International School is a co-educational day and boarding school in Kenya offering British education from Early Years to A-Levels. Established in 1936, it sits on a 50-acre campus near Nakuru, 16 km away. The school follows an adapted British National Curriculum from Reception to A-Level, with Senior School offering Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Sixth Form preparing students for AS and A Levels under CAIE and Edexcel boards. IGCSE subjects include English, Mathematics, sciences and language options such as French and Kiswahili, plus Business Studies, Economics, Geography, History, ICT, Music and Drama. BTEC Level 2 qualifications in Creative Media Production and Art & Design are available in Senior School. Seven Pillars guide life: Opportunity, Care, Community, Challenge, Diversity, Dedication and Respect. The school is CIS, LAMDA, LCM and ABRSM accredited and member of KAIIS. Facilities include a Sixth Form Centre, IT suites and spaces for sports and arts.

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The Essentials

Location

Greensteds International School is located in Nakuru, Kenya. Address: Greensteds International School, Private Bag Nakuru, Kenya. The school lies about 16 km from Nakuru town and about 140 km from Nairobi, near Nakuru National Park. It is within easy reach of Lake Naivasha, Elementaita, Bogoria and Baringo.

Stages

Reception to A-Level

Type

co-educational day and boarding school

Additional learning support

The Learning Support Department provides inclusion and enrichment for students from Kindergarten through Senior School. It offers differentiated teaching, one-to-one and small-group support, and English as an Additional Language for beginners; exam concessions can be requested through the SENCo.

Country affiliation

Kenya

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational; welcomes all faiths

School day structure

The day includes two snacks and drink breaks during the day; day scholars are provided with a two-course hot lunch daily; boarding includes a supervised prep period in the evening.

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Fees

Fee structure — 2025/2026 academic year.

Tuition fees (per term and per academic year)
- Playgroup — Day: KES 56,000 per term (KES 168,000 per year). Boarding: not applicable.
- Creche — Day: KES 94,000 per term (KES 282,000 per year). Boarding: not applicable.
- Nursery — Day: KES 107,000 per term (KES 321,000 per year). Boarding: not applicable.
- Reception — Day: KES 107,000 per term (KES 321,000 per year). Boarding: not applicable.
- Junior Years 1 & 2 — Day: KES 147,000 per term (KES 441,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 424,000 per term (KES 1,272,000 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 324,000 per term (KES 972,000 per year).
- Years 3 & 4 — Day: KES 203,000 per term (KES 609,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 472,000 per term (KES 1,416,000 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 377,000 per term (KES 1,131,000 per year).
- Years 5 & 6 — Day: KES 242,000 per term (KES 726,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 543,500 per term (KES 1,630,500 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 443,500 per term (KES 1,330,500 per year).
- Senior Years 7 & 8 — Day: KES 320,000 per term (KES 960,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 678,000 per term (KES 2,034,000 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 578,000 per term (KES 1,734,000 per year).
- Year 9 — Day: KES 348,000 per term (KES 1,044,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 751,000 per term (KES 2,253,000 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 651,000 per term (KES 1,953,000 per year).
- Years 10 & 11 — Day: KES 392,000 per term (KES 1,176,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 814,500 per term (KES 2,443,500 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 704,500 per term (KES 2,113,500 per year).
- Sixth Form (Years 12 & 13) — Day: KES 469,000 per term (KES 1,407,000 per year); Full boarding: KES 895,000 per term (KES 2,685,000 per year); Weekly boarding: KES 795,000 per term (KES 2,385,000 per year).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition amounts above are stated per term; the academic year is comprised of three terms, so the annual tuition equals three times the per-term figure.
- The annual fees (three terms) for Years 11, 12 and 13 are billed in two instalments (September and January). Exam fees are not included in the tuition figures.

Application / admission fees and one‑off charges
- Admission assessment fee: KES 5,000 (one-off).
- Admission fee (Early Years: Playgroup to Reception): KES 25,000 (one-off).
- Admission fee (Year 1 and older): KES 50,000 (one-off).
- Caution money (security deposit): 50% of the tuition fee (one-off) — refundable on exit from the school. This applies to both Early Years and Year 1 & older categories.

Other recurring or termly charges
- Lunch & AM/PM snacks: KES 2,000 per week; calculated based on the number of weeks per term.
- Activity fee: Years 1–6 KES 2,500 per term; Years 7–13 KES 4,000 per term.
- Development levy: KES 10,000 per year (charged in Term 1 only).
- A‑level science subject surcharge: KES 5,000 per applicable subject (applies to A‑level Biology, Chemistry & Physics).
- Transport: KES 30,000–66,000 per term (dependent on route).
- Flexi‑boarding (charged per night, maximum 14 nights per term): Juniors (Years 1–6) KES 2,500 per night; Seniors (Years 7–11) KES 3,000 per night; Sixth Form (Years 12–13) KES 3,500 per night.

Discounts and concessions
- Second sibling: 5% discount on tuition.
- Third sibling: 10% discount on tuition.
- Fourth and subsequent siblings: 15% discount on tuition.
- Children of fee‑paying Greensteds alumni parents: 10% discount on tuition.

Refund information
- The caution money (50% of the tuition fee paid as a one‑off deposit) is refundable upon exit from the school. No other refunds are specified in the published fee structure document.

Fee payment options and invoicing
- The published fee schedule lists per‑term and additional charges and notes the billing pattern for Years 11–13; it does not include detailed payment‑method instructions in the fee document itself. For invoicing and payment arrangements, contact the school finance or admissions office using the school contact details.

Notes and practical remarks (fees only)
- Exam fees are not included in the tuition figures and will be charged separately.
- Certain year groups have boarding options (full and weekly); some Early Years classes do not offer boarding (marked not applicable). Annual totals above are calculated as three times the per‑term amount.

Contact for admissions and fee queries: use the school admissions/office contact details published by the school.

Academics

Curriculum

Greensteds International School follows an adapted form of the British National Curriculum from Reception to A level. In Senior School, Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel International GCSE are offered, with IGCSE subjects and a range of optional choices including English, Mathematics, sciences, Business Studies, Economics, Geography, French, Kiswahili, History, ICT, Music and Drama. BTEC Level 2 qualifications in Creative Media Production and Art & Design are available in Senior School. Enrichment includes PSHE, ICDL, Service Learning, World Scholars competitions, and examinations through LAMDA and ABRSM. The Sixth Form offers AS and A Levels under CAIE and Edexcel boards, with Year 12 typically taking 3–4 subjects and continuing at least 3 into Year 13, plus BTEC options in areas such as Art & Design, Information Technology, Media and Sports.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates progress to higher education; the school reports 100% university admission.

Gifted and Talented

Beacon Scholarship identifies leaders with financial need, provides leadership training and high‑touch mentoring, and creates a pathway to access top universities through a shared funding model.

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Admissions

1. Provision of school information is provided to the prospective parent. The school explains the curriculum, entry requirements, and key policies. This information helps parents understand the admission process and what to expect. 2. An agreed date is set for a visit to the school. The visit includes a tour of the campus and time to speak with staff. The purpose is to answer questions and assess initial fit. 3. Tour of the school & interview/assessment take place with the Headmaster or a Member of the Senior Management Team. The evaluation informs admission decisions. If an interview cannot be conducted, a reference from the student's previous school is required. 4. Receipt of Application Forms together with copies of previous school reports, reference and examination results where applicable. These documents support the admission decision. They are to be provided with the application. 5. Written Offer of a Place issued with Acceptance Form. The offer confirms the place and outlines next steps. The Acceptance Form should be returned to secure the place. 6. Receipt of signed acceptance form with copies of birth certificate and/or passport and 4 passport-sized photographs. The documents complete enrolment records. The school uses them to prepare student files. 7. Issue of uniform lists, joining instructions for students and invoice for fees. Joining instructions include start dates and any orientation information. Invoices for fees are issued as part of joining. 8. Opening of student file upon payment of fees. The file is created and stored in the School Management System. Student information is added for ongoing administration. 9. Inclusion of student information on School Management system. This ensures staff have access to essential data for teaching and welfare. Data handling follows privacy policies. 10. Information to Dorm Masters / Mistresses and Staff. Relevant staff are informed of new students. This enables appropriate care and supervision. 11. The database is published at the beginning of the Michaelmas term and updated at intervals throughout the year as required. The database is available for reference by families and staff. Updates occur as needed.

Scholarships

BEACON SCHOLARSHIP- HELPING OUR STUDENTS TO BE CHANGE-MAKERS! Greensteds International School has worked with the Beacon Scholarship program for over 20 years and has had scholarship beneficiaries. The program identifies young people with leadership potential and financial need, provides access to high‑quality education, leadership training and mentoring, and creates a vertical pathway into leadership positions. Those selected are usually all‑rounders with the capacity to lead and to make a difference now. The program enables access to top schools and universities through a three‑way funding model: 1/3 Beacon Partners; 1/3 Beacon; and 1/3 Parents, Sponsors, or Guardians. Each Scholar meets with a Mentor at least four times a year and reviews performance targets. The program also offers two leadership training sessions per year.

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FAQs

What age range does Greensteds International School serve?

Greensteds International School serves students from age 2 to 18.

What curriculum does Greensteds International School follow?

Greensteds International School follows an adapted form of the British National Curriculum from Reception to A level.

What are the tuition fees at Greensteds International School?

Annual fees range from approximately 168,000 to 1,407,000.

Is Greensteds International School a day school or boarding school?

Greensteds International School offers both day and boarding options.

Is Greensteds International School co-educational?

Yes, Greensteds International School is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls.

Where is Greensteds International School located?

When was Greensteds International School founded?

Greensteds International School was established in 1936.

Does Greensteds International School provide learning support for students with additional needs?

The school uses Learning Support or Inclusion and enrichment rather than traditional SEN. Greensteds is non-selective at entry.

How do I apply to Greensteds International School?

What extracurricular activities are available at Greensteds International School?

Greensteds International School offers a holistic education based on the British National Curriculum from Early Years to A-Level.

What languages are taught at Greensteds International School?

English is a mandatory subject studied through Cambridge IGCSE English Language & English Literature or Cambridge O Level English Language. Optional subjects include French, Kiswahili, and Spanish.

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