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Oshwal Academy Mombasa

Kenya, Mombasa

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The school at a glance
Fees KES 267,000 - 1,233,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 696
Opened 1968
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, Swahili, Gujarati
Typical class size 21
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Oshwal Academy Mombasa is a premier K-12 institution on Mombasa Island, serving learners from age 2 to 18. The school follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in Kindergarten, Cambridge Primary in Junior School, Cambridge Lower Secondary in Middle Years, and Cambridge IGCSE alongside AS and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IAL in Senior School. The 14‑acre Nyali campus opened in 2004 and hosts modern classrooms, advanced science laboratories, a library, and a lecture theatre, plus a Lego Room for creative exploration. Practical spaces include an infirmary, a canteen. A basketball/tennis court supports a broad sports program that runs from Kindergarten through Year 13, including cricket, netball, swimming. Co‑curricular activities cover Music, Drama, Art, ICT, Taekwondo, and Saturday options such as Skating and Lamda. Enrichment includes Debate (MUN, World Scholar's Cup) and charitable clubs PA Kenya and Interact Club, underpinned by the school's values of creativity, responsibility, empathy, and teamwork.

The Essentials

Oshwal Academy Mombasa has 696 pupils, typical class sizes of 21.

Location

The school is located Off Beach Road, Nyali, Mombasa. The campus sits on a 14-acre site in the serene, green surroundings of Nyali. It is in the coastal region of Mombasa.

Stages

Kindergarten, Junior School, Senior School, Sixth Form.

Type

The school is a premier educational institution in Mombasa.

Additional learning support

Pastoral care and counselling are provided.
Diving Deeper

Food Options

The school has a canteen on campus.

Governance and Ownership

The school is managed by the Oshwal Education & Relief Board (OERB).
Fees

Annual tuition at Oshwal Academy Mombasa ranges from KES 267,000 to KES 1,233,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees

- Application (submission) fee: KES 2,000 (non‑refundable).
- One‑time admission/registration fee: KES 25,000 (non‑refundable).

Tuition fees — charged per term (amounts shown per term by year group)

- Playgroup: KES 68,500 per term.
- KG1: KES 89,000 per term.
- KG2 & KG3: KES 102,000 per term.
- Years 1–3: KES 142,000 per term.
- Years 4–6: KES 168,000 per term.
- Year 7: KES 185,000 per term.
- Year 8: KES 212,500 per term.
- Years 9–10: KES 216,500 per term.
- Year 11: KES 324,500 per term. (See billing note for instalments below.)
- Year 12: KES 387,000 per term. (See billing note for instalments below.)
- Year 13: KES 397,500 per term. (See billing note for instalments below.)

Lunch and recurring per‑term charges

- Lunch: KES 20,000 per term for Years 1–3; KES 24,000 per term for Years 4–13.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed per term. For Years 11, 12 and 13 the school allows payment in two equal instalments.
- The application fee (KES 2,000) and the one‑time admission/registration fee (KES 25,000) are non‑refundable. Final fee payments are completed through the school's Accounts Office.
- For exact billing dates, instalment due dates and any term‑start payment deadlines, payments are handled directly with the Accounts Office at the school. Contact details: +254 722 20 77 85; customercare@oshwalacademy.sc.ke.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fee schedule is published for Oshwal Academy Mombasa. The school's admissions and school pages describe admissions and school life for day attendance; separate boarding/hostel provision and boarding charges are not listed.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- The tuition and lunch items above do not include costs commonly billed separately, such as uniforms, textbooks and other school supplies, examination fees, and any transport/service charges. These additional costs are payable in addition to the term tuition and lunch charges. Parents should budget for these items when planning total annual cost.

Refund information

- The application submission fee (KES 2,000) and the one‑time admission/registration fee (KES 25,000) are stated as non‑refundable. Parents should confirm refund rules for tuition, lunches or other charges directly with the Accounts Office when completing payment.

Fee payment options

- Fee payments are completed with the school's Accounts Office. For billing arrangements, instalments and accepted payment methods, contact the Accounts Office by phone at +254 722 20 77 85 or by email at customercare@oshwalacademy.sc.ke.
Academics

Oshwal Academy Mombasa teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum

Kindergarten follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC). Junior School follows Cambridge Primary. Middle Years follows Cambridge Lower Secondary. Senior School offers Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IAL, equipping students for global higher education and careers. Co-curricular opportunities include Music, Drama, Art, Physical Education, ICT, and Taekwondo, with Saturday options such as Skating and Lamda. In Senior School, enrichment programs include Debate (Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup) and charitable clubs (PA Kenya, Interact Club).

Exam Results

Students consistently achieve outstanding results. They gain acceptance into top universities globally.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates go on to study at top universities worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

An Oshwal Academy Mombasa Learning Environment provides holistic education for children aged 2 to 18, combining academics with co-curricular development. It fosters resilience, respect, and independence in learners. A dedicated teaching team continually adapts to inspire students to explore and excel beyond the curriculum.
Parent Experience

History

Oshwal Academy Mombasa was established on Mombasa Island in 1968 by the Oshwal Education & Relief Board (OERB) to meet the need for quality secondary education in Mombasa. An accompanying Primary School was added in 1981 and moved to its own location in 1984. A modern 14-acre campus on a Nyali site opened in 2004, housing Kindergarten, Junior School, Senior School and Sixth Form.

Community

End-of-year events include the One World, Many Voices concert. Oshwal Academy Mombasa participated in interschool competitions such as the Craydel Cup 2025 (Team Soap Cycle) and the World Scholar's Cup Global Round in Doha, Qatar. A Learning Expo in 2025 celebrated student learning, innovation, and aspirations. Enrichment programs include Debate (Model United Nations and World Scholar's Cup) and charitable clubs PA Kenya and Interact Club in Senior School.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

State-of-the-art facilities support academic excellence, personal growth, and holistic development. The campus includes modern classrooms and advanced science laboratories. It features a library and a lecture theatre to support research and presentations, plus creative spaces such as a Lego Room. Practical spaces include an infirmary, a canteen, and play pens for younger learners. A basketball/tennis court and other sports facilities complement the campus offerings.

Sports Facilities

Basketball and tennis are supported by a dedicated basketball/tennis court. The sports program runs from Kindergarten through Year 13 and includes diverse activities such as chess, basketball, cricket, netball, soccer, swimming, tennis, and badminton.

Academic Facilities

Academic facilities include modern classrooms, advanced science laboratories, a library, a lecture theatre, and a Lego Room.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Clubs and extracurricular activities include Oshwal Academy Model United Nations (OAMUN), Middle School Model United Nations (MSMUN), World Scholar's Cup (WSC), Interact Club, Chess Club, Photography, Mountaineering, and The President's Award – Kenya (PA-K).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Oshwal Academy Mombasa offers the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in Kindergarten, Cambridge Primary in Junior School, Cambridge Lower Secondary in Middle Years, and Cambridge IGCSE alongside AS & A Levels and Pearson Edexcel IAL in Senior School. The curriculum is designed to support the school's mission and core values of Creativity & Innovation, Responsibility & Trust, Empathy, Diversity, Integrity, and Teamwork & Collaboration, providing a strong foundation for academic and personal success at each level. It combines academically rigorous programs with a broad co-curricular program to prepare students for global higher education and careers.

Arts & Creative

Co-curricular opportunities include Music, Drama, Art, Physical Education, ICT, and Taekwondo, with Saturday options such as Skating and Lamda. In Senior School, enrichment programs include Music, Arts, Sports, Debate (Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup), and charitable clubs (PA Kenya, Interact Club). These offerings develop talents and confidence beyond academics.

Social & Hobbies

The co-curricular program supports social and hobby development through Debate and Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, and charitable clubs (PA Kenya, Interact Club). It also includes Music, Arts, Sports, and Taekwondo, helping students connect interests with learning and leadership.

Community & Service

Charitable clubs PA Kenya and Interact Club provide community service opportunities as part of the Senior School enrichment.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership and professional development are fostered through clubs and programs such as Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, Interact Club, and PA Kenya, alongside broad co-curricular activities that build teamwork and communication skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

A strong focus on sport and physical wellbeing is reflected in co-curricular offerings, including Physical Education, Sports, Taekwondo, and other fitness activities.
Admissions

Admissions

Admission is offered when space is available. An application form is issued, and a non-refundable fee of Ksh. 2000 is payable with submission. The required documents are a copy of the child's birth certificate, the most recent school report card, and copies of the parents' identification cards. If no space is available, the child is placed on the waiting list and notified when an opening arises. The registrar arranges a Parents' Interview with the Admissions Committee. The child undergoes an entrance assessment. Feedback on the assessment is provided within five working days with next steps advised. Upon acceptance, fee payments are made with the Accounts Office; admission fees are non-refundable. A Parent Orientation is scheduled to introduce the family to Oshwal Academy Mombasa; information is communicated through the child's diary. For non-Kenyan students, all non-Kenyan students must obtain a renewable annual Pupil's Pass under Kenyan Immigration Law; requests are to be made online via the Kenyan Immigration Office.

Waitlist

The school offers a waiting list if space is not available. You are added to the waiting list and notified when an opening arises.
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