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The Mombasa Academy

Kenya, Mombasa

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KES 197,200 - 626,800
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 273
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages French
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The Mombasa Academy is a private day school in Nyali for boys and girls from early years through to the end of secondary education. It follows the British Curriculum with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, offering progression to O-levels in Years 9–11 and A-levels in the Sixth Form. The school is organised into three divisions—Junior School, Preparatory School and Senior School—housed on a single campus with shared facilities and staff. English is the language of instruction throughout, while French begins in Class 1 and is developed through to reading and writing in Class 4. General Science culminates in the Edexcel Primary Curriculum Science Examination in Year 6. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed, and a pupil has been recognised as Top in the World in Mathematics. Extra-curricular offerings include music (band, choir, recorder/guitar/keyboard), School Plays, Bandari Swimming Club, inter-house activities and Community Action Projects that reinforce leadership, teamwork and service within the school community.

The Essentials

The Mombasa Academy has 273 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Sea View Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya

Stages
Junior School; Preparatory School; Senior School

Type
Private day school; co-educational

School day structure
School hours run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a 20-minute mid-morning break from 10:20 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. The lunch break is from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. (Friday 12:00 to 1:25 p.m.). Afternoon sessions resume at 12:55 p.m. (Friday 1:25 p.m.) and close at 3:00 p.m. (Friday 3:30 p.m.). Year 10 to Year 13 pupils may have classes from 3:00 to 3:40 p.m. (Friday 4:10 p.m.) depending on subject options.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Mombasa Academy is a private day school for boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 18.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is worn throughout the school and consists of clothing that is practical, lightweight and appropriate to the tropical climate. Pupils are also expected to buy T-shirts in House colours with the House logo.

Food Options
The canteen is open during morning break and at lunchtime, when pupils may buy food and drinks. A healthy balanced meal is provided by the school canteen. Pupils are encouraged to bring their own lunches and drinks from home. Most pupils stay in school for lunch, which lasts about forty-five minutes.

House System
Pupils wear T-shirts in House colours with the House logo.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Mombasa Academy ranges from KES 197,200 to KES 626,800 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees

- Junior School registration fee: KES 10,000.
- Preparatory and Senior School registration fee: KES 15,000.

Tuition (class fees) — shown per term and per academic year (3 terms)

- Playgroup (P.Group): KES 62,000 per term — Annual (3 terms): KES 186,000.
- Kindergarten (KG): KES 73,500 per term — Annual: KES 220,500.
- Transition: KES 89,700 per term — Annual: KES 269,100.
- Year 1: KES 124,200 per term — Annual: KES 372,600.
- Year 2: KES 140,400 per term — Annual: KES 421,200.
- Year 3: KES 140,400 per term — Annual: KES 421,200.
- Year 4: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200.
- Year 5: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200.
- Year 6: KES 167,400 per term — Annual: KES 502,200.
- Year 7: KES 178,200 per term — Annual: KES 534,600.
- Year 8: KES 205,200 per term — Annual: KES 615,600.
- Year 9: KES 205,200 per term — Annual: KES 615,600.
- Year 10: KES 210,600 per term — Annual: KES 631,800.
- Year 11: KES 216,000 per term — Annual: KES 648,000.
- Year 12: KES 232,200 per term — Annual: KES 696,600.
- Year 13: KES 232,200 per term — Annual: KES 696,600.

Other compulsory or recurring charges

- Use of textbooks (not refundable):
- Years 3–8: KES 10,000 (one-off).
- Years 9–11: KES 15,000 (one-off).
- Years 12–13: KES 20,000 (one-off).
- Medical cover for minor injuries sustained in school (Red Cross): KES 1,200 per year.

Senior-examination charges and billing schedule for those charges

- Examination fees for Years 11–13 are billed as separate examination charges and are payable in two instalments. Specific instalment amounts and deadlines published for the 2025/2026 schedule are:
- Year 11 examination charge: KES 324,000 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026.
- Year 12 examination charge: KES 348,300 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026.
- Year 13 examination charge: KES 348,300 — instalments due by 30 September 2025 and 31 January 2026.
- General tuition is charged per term at the amounts listed above; examination charges for senior years are billed separately and have specified instalment due dates.

Boarding fees

- The Mombasa Academy operates as a day school (no full boarding or weekly boarding fees are listed).

Other one-off or optional costs (examples parents should budget for)

- School uniform, PE kit, extra-curricular activity charges, school trips, specialist subject costs, and personal stationery are additional costs that parents should expect; explicit prices for uniform and many optional extras are not included in the public fee schedule excerpt available. Textbook charges listed above are billed separately and are not refundable.

Refunds and non-refundable items

- Textbook/use-of-books charges are explicitly described as not refundable.
- No full public refund/withdrawal schedule for tuition or registration payments was published alongside the 2025/2026 fee schedule excerpt; specific refund rules and conditions for withdrawal or early leaving should be confirmed directly with the school.

Billing schedule and payment terms (summary)

- Tuition is presented as a per-term charge (parents are billed each term at the rate for the child's year group). Senior-year examination fees are charged separately and are payable in two instalments on the published dates for the 2025/2026 schedule. Registration fees are a one-off charge on admission/registration. Specific late-payment penalties, deposit requirements, and detailed payment deadlines for regular tuition were not detailed in the public 2025/2026 fee listing.

Fee payment options

- The 2025/2026 fee schedule excerpt available publicly did not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, mobile money, cash, card). Parents should use the school's published contact channels to obtain current accepted payment methods and bank account details.

Brief summary of coverage and missing details

- The public fee schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year provides clear per-term tuition by year group, registration fees, textbook charges (stated as not refundable), a small annual medical-cover charge, and senior examination charges with instalment dates. The publicly available material reviewed does not specify detailed payment methods, explicit uniform prices, a comprehensive refund/withdrawal policy for tuition or registration, or a full list of optional extra costs.

(Fees and deadlines listed above were published as the school's 2025/2026 fee schedule.)
Academics

The Mombasa Academy teaches British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Three school divisions are offered: Junior School, Preparatory School, and Senior School. The curriculum covers English, French, Mathematics, Geography, Science (General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Computer Studies, History, Business Studies, Economics, Music and Physical Education. Subjects are taught across the three divisions with progression to IGCSE/O‑level examinations in Years 9–11 and A‑levels in the Sixth Form. General Science culminates in the Edexcel Primary Curriculum Science Examination in Year 6. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed, and a student was recognised by Pearson Edexcel for Top in the World in Mathematics.

Exam Results
Notable exam achievements include a student recognised by Pearson Edexcel for Top in the World in Mathematics. Pearson Accreditation logos are displayed.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a whole-school focus on student welfare and recognises student achievements within an enriching, child-centred, balanced and structured curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
The school focuses on student welfare as part of its approach to mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school has a Discipline Policy and an Anti-Bullying Policy.
Parent Experience

History
The Mombasa Academy was established in 1978 by Mr. F.J Bentley in Nyali, drawing expatriate families to its early community. The original campus consisted of the headmaster's residence ground floor, seven classrooms and a laboratory; in 1980 a half-Olympic size swimming pool was completed, followed by Music and Mathematics rooms in 1981 and a multi-purpose Assembly Hall in 1982, with a further 2.5 acre plot acquired in 1984 for playing fields. In 1986 the school changed hands after the founder's illness, with the new owner, Mr. Prem Prinja, investing in infrastructure and landscaping; a secondary block and teaching staff flats were added. By 1989 the Junior School was moved to an adjacent plot, and six teaching staff flats were erected, with a further fourteen flats added subsequently.

Community
The Mombasa Academy fosters an active school community through events and service activities. On 14 November 2025, students participated in a Citizenship Community Action Project focused on cleaning Nyali Beach, guided by teachers and emphasizing environmental awareness and active citizenship. The school also hosts inter-house activities and seasonal events, including an Inter-house Poetry Competition, a Halloween Party and Spirit Week, contributing to a vibrant school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Mombasa Academy is a private day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. The school comprises three departments: Junior School, Preparatory School, and Senior School. All three departments are housed on the same campus. They share facilities and, to a considerable extent, staff expertise.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Most pupils take part in extra-curricular activities which take place during lunch hour or after school. Bandari Swimming Club is part of these activities. The co-curricular offerings include School Plays, Sports, Educational Trips, and Interhouse Activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Mombasa Academy follows the British Curriculum (Pearson Edexcel). The school is organised into Junior School, Preparatory School and Senior School, with progression designed to develop understanding across core subjects. English is the language of instruction at all levels. The curriculum emphasizes innovative teaching techniques and assessment practices aligned with international standards.

Arts & Creative
Extra-curricular arts opportunities are available, including music and concerts. The Music Department runs extra-curricular activities and supports a band and choir, with additional lessons for Recorder, Guitar and Keyboard. The academy presents several concerts each year, inviting students of all ages to participate. These activities are part of the school's broad arts programme.

Cultural & Language
The Mombasa Academy cultural day celebrates unity in diversity through music, dance, art and storytelling. French is introduced in Class 1 and taught by a French-speaking teacher; reading and writing in French begin in Class 4.

Social & Hobbies
Inter-House Activities involve Mars, Jupiter and Mercury houses and include calendar-based events for the 2025/2026 year. These activities foster teamwork, healthy competition and social interaction among pupils across age groups. House systems cultivate a sense of belonging and motivate positive participation.

Community & Service
Community Action Projects are part of the school's ethos. On 14 November 2025, students participated in a Citizenship Community Action Project focused on cleaning Nyali Beach. The project involved environmental conservation, teamwork, and active citizenship, reinforcing values beyond academics.

Leadership & Professional
Pastoral Care outlines a prefectural system, where pupils take responsibility for discipline. Every pupil belongs to a house (Mars, Jupiter or Mercury) and House Points are tallied weekly, with house competitions fostering leadership and organisational skills. The framework provides ongoing opportunities for students to demonstrate leadership, collaboration and service within the school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care emphasises a friendly, caring atmosphere to help pupils develop their talents. The weekly House Points and house competitions support social wellbeing and motivation. The school emphasizes continuity of contact between teachers and pupils and offers a Parents Teachers Association to promote welfare.
Languages

Language Provision
English is a core subject from Kindergarten onward and the English department focuses on reading, writing and literature as part of the IGCSE programme. French is taught to all pupils up to Year 11, with four French lessons per week in the Senior School; in Years 7-9 pupils gain a working knowledge of basic sentence structures and grammar. In the Sixth Form, French can be studied at A level.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches English and French. English is taught by class teachers in Kindergarten to Year 3 and as a specialist subject from Year 4 onwards, with English Language and English Literature taught separately in Years 10 and 11 and the English course based on the objectives of the IGCSE level papers. In the Preparatory School, pupils start French in Year 1. French is taught to all pupils up to Year 11; in the Senior School, French is taught with four lessons per week, and it can be studied at A level in the Sixth Form.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission to the school is normally in September. Exceptions are usually made for families moving into the area at other times during the year. The pupil is admitted into the most appropriate year group based on age and previous educational achievements. 2. Kindergarten entry is restricted to September only. Overseas pupils may enter in January. This policy applies to the Kindergarten Department. 3. Registration for all classes requires a Registration fee. Details of the Registration fee, which must accompany the appropriate form, are provided in the Current Information sheet enclosed with the Prospectus. The Registration fee is not refundable. The Admission Form can be downloaded. 4. For inquiries, contact details are provided. Phone numbers are +254 733 725 292 and +254 113 049 826. The school is located on Sea View Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya.
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