King David Academy

Rwanda, Kigali

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, French

Fees RWF 300,000 - 2,526,000

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 2025

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 2000

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, BTEC Qualification, IB (DP)

Taught languages English, French

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

King David Academy is an established international school in Kigali, Rwanda, founded in 2000. The school offers Cambridge, BTEC, and IB programmes, integrating a diverse range of international qualifications with the Rwanda National Curriculum for Senior 1 to Senior 6. In practice, students follow Ordinary Level (S1–S3) and Advanced Level (S4–S6) examinations, alongside Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2 (IGCSE) for ages 11–16 and Cambridge AS and A Levels for ages 16–19. All subjects are taught in English, including Mathematics, the Sciences, English, French and Kinyarwanda; Literature in English and Computing are non-examinable. The campus features science laboratories, a music centre, theatre and a sports ground, plus well‑equipped computer laboratories connected by high‑speed fibre. A library supports independent study. Co-curricular life is vibrant, spanning music, dance, drama, sports and cultural education. Servant leadership is a core value, and the school is recognised for strong results year after year. Welcoming international families.

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The Essentials

Location

Located in Kigali, Rwanda along Kanombe Airport Road in the Kanombe area (Kicukiro District). The school is accessible via main roads in eastern Kigali. It serves families in Kigali and the surrounding area.

Stages

From primary through IGCSE and A-Levels. Cambridge Programme, BTEC qualifications, and IB Diploma Programme are offered.

Type

International school offering Cambridge, BTEC, and IB programmes.

Country affiliation

Rwanda

School day structure

School/office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00–16:00.

Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is provided. Termly fees include Tuition and Boarding, Meals, and all extra-curricular activities. For Nursery to Grade 6, term fees include meals and transport.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms exist; Grade 1–6 uniforms cost 100,000 Frw; Cambridge A-Level uniforms cost 200,000 Frw. Non-uniform clothes are allowed: home clothes with plain colors (e.g., black or grey); clothing should be labeled with the student's name; non-uniform items should be without writing.

Food Options

Meals are included in termly fees.

Fees

Fee schedule (2025/2026 intake)

Application & registration fees
- Nursery / Tiny Tot / KG – Registration: 35,000 Frw. Identity card (one-off/annual): 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw.
- Primary (Grade 1–6) – Registration: 35,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw.
- Cambridge (Grades 7–10) – Registration (one-off): 50,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw.
- Cambridge A‑Level (Grades 11–12) – Registration (one-off): 50,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw.
- BTEC Level II / Level III – Registration: 100,000 Frw (BTEC levels). Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw. Additional Pearson registration fees in USD (see below).

Tuition and term fees (per term) — core items by section
- Tiny Tot – KG II and Primary (Grade 1–6): School fees (including meals and transport): 700,000 Frw per term. Uniforms (yearly): 100,000 Frw. Combined term total shown: 842,000 Frw (termly components: tuition 700,000 + uniform amortised here as listed + registration + ID + medical).
- Cambridge (Grades 7–10): School fees per term: 1,050,000 Frw. Uniforms (yearly): 200,000 Frw. Registration (once): 50,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw. Total per term (sum of listed components): 1,307,000 Frw.
- Cambridge A‑Level (Grades 11–12): School fees per term: 1,100,000 Frw. Uniforms (yearly): 200,000 Frw. Registration (once): 50,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw. Total per term (sum of listed components): 1,357,000 Frw.
- Pearson BTEC Level II (G10): School fees per term: 1,050,000 Frw. Uniforms (yearly): 200,000 Frw. Registration: 100,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw. Pearson registration fee: 500 USD (paid separately). Termly sum of listed components (term tuition + listed extras): 1,357,000 Frw (components total).
- Pearson BTEC Level III / Extended Diploma (Grades 11–12): School fees per term: 1,250,000 Frw. Uniforms (yearly): 200,000 Frw. Registration: 100,000 Frw. Identity card: 5,000 Frw. Medical first-aid (per term): 2,000 Frw. Pearson registration fee: 700 USD (paid separately). Termly sum of listed components (term tuition + listed extras): 1,557,000 Frw (components total).
- Special academic support / additional English classes: 300,000 Frw (where required).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is included within the listed termly school-fee amounts; no separate boarding fee line is shown. Termly fee components are stated to include tuition, boarding, meals and extra‑curricular activities where applicable.

Other mandatory / one-off costs
- Uniforms: nursery/primary 100,000 Frw (yearly); secondary/BTEC 200,000 Frw (yearly).
- Identity card: 5,000 Frw (annual/one-off as listed).
- Medical first-aid fee: 2,000 Frw per term.
- Mandatory academic / cleaning & laundry requirements total: 59,000 Frw (paid via the provided mobile payment code).
- Examination and international exam registration fees (Cambridge, Edexcel/BTEC, SAT, ICDL, DELF, etc.) are charged separately and must be paid in addition to term fees; parents are informed in writing when required.
- Extra activities (study tours, optional trips, some co‑curricular charges) are charged separately and notified in writing.

Refunds and non‑refund policy
- School fees are not refundable if a student is expelled, suspended or withdrawn from school during the course of a term for any reason.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are presented and billed on a termly basis. Pearson registration fees are payable at the start of the relevant program. Examination fees and extra-activity charges are billed separately when required.

Accepted payment methods and instructions
- Bank transfers to the school's Rwandan accounts: Bank of Kigali, GT Bank, ECO‑Bank, and ZIGAMA CSS (account numbers are published for fee payment). A dedicated USD account is available for USD payments.
- Mobile payment code for mandatory requirements and designated payments: payment via the provided PENTAL mobile code is indicated for some requirement payments.
- Pearson / international-registration fees are charged in USD and must be paid separately in the currency indicated.

Notes on totals and annual amounts
- The document lists termly totals (component sums) for each section. Where a term total is listed, an approximate annual total can be calculated by multiplying the listed term total by the number of school terms (term structure is billed per term). The termly component totals shown on the fee schedule are the basis for billing.

Academics

Curriculum

The Rwanda National Curriculum is offered for Senior 1 to Senior 6, with Ordinary Level (S1–S3) and Advanced Level (S4–S6) national examinations. Examinable subjects include Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, English, French and Kinyarwanda; Literature in English and Computing are offered as non-examinable. The Cambridge Curriculum is also offered, with Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2 (IGCSE) for ages 11–16 and Cambridge AS and A Levels for ages 16–19. Cambridge A Level is treated as a pre-university year providing university readiness in the UK and Europe. Subjects are taught in English, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Business Studies, Geography and History; ICT is non-examinable.

Higher Education Progression

The school is now an IB Diploma Programme School, working toward full authorization. The IB Diploma is recognized by top universities around the world.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

King David Academy nurtures compassionate and principled learners who contribute positively to their communities and become global citizens. The motto 'We Are The Light' signals a focus on character development and leadership through service. Co-curricular activities include music, dance, drama, sports, and cultural education, supplementing academic learning. The school emphasizes global engagement through its international curricula, including Cambridge and IB programs. Staff are dedicated and professional, guiding students to achieve their potential.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The Rwanda National Curriculum includes English Language as an examinable subject. French and Kinyarwanda are also listed among examinable subjects. The Cambridge Curriculum offers English Language as a subject among its courses. Literature in English is offered as non-examinable content.

Parent Experience

History

Founded in 2000, King David Academy is located in Kigali, Rwanda along Kanombe Airport Road. It was established with a twofold vision: to deliver high-quality education through innovation, teamwork, positive influence, and self-discipline, guided by professionalism, commitment, and excellence; and to become a world-class center of academic, spiritual, and moral excellence. Cambridge, BTEC, and IB programs are offered alongside a wide range of co-curricular activities including music, dance, drama, sports, and cultural education. It is recognized for outstanding results year after year.

Community

The student experience at King David Academy includes a diverse range of cultures, curricula, and extracurricular activities. Students have options to design their own educational path within the high standards of the core curriculum. A wide range of co-curricular activities, including music, dance, drama, sports, and cultural education, are available to broaden experiences. Parents are encouraged to support their children's active participation in these activities, which play an integral role in shaping well-rounded individuals.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has science laboratories, a music centre, a theatre and a sports ground. There are computer laboratories that are well maintained and networked by an in-house ICT technician, offering high-speed fibre WiFi and LAN for lessons and personal research. A library is available on campus. The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities including music, dance, drama, sports, and cultural education.

Sports Facilities

The school has a sports ground for on-site athletic activities. Major sports include football, basketball, volleyball, and American football, with a program that supports both recreational participation and competitive opportunities.

Academic Facilities

Computer laboratories are well conditioned and networked with high-speed fibre WiFi and LAN; labs are maintained by an in-house ICT technician and Computer Science teachers. Science laboratories support practical work and experiments, enabling visual learning and hands-on inquiry. Students using Cambridge-related programs bring laptops that are securely stored and used during lessons.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Co-curricular activities include music, dance, drama, sports, and cultural education, with participation encouraged to foster well-rounded development. The school emphasizes active engagement in these activities as part of its holistic education approach.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The Cambridge Programme provides a clear, step-by-step journey from Primary to IGCSE to A-Levels. The school also offers Cambridge, BTEC, and IB programs.

Arts & Creative

The school has a music centre and theatre; co-curricular activities include music, dance, and drama.

Cultural & Language

The school provides cultural education and fosters internationalism.

Social & Hobbies

The school offers major sports including football, basketball, volleyball, and American football, with opportunities for recreational or competitive participation. There is an open invitation to all students to participate and represent the school.

Leadership & Professional

Servant leadership is a core value; leadership is measured by who we serve and we lead by serving others. Integrity, resilience, and submission guide student character and personal development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The sports program supports wellbeing through a wide range of major sports and encourages regular participation to maintain physical activity.

Languages

Language Provision

English is the language of instruction across the school. For the IB Diploma Programme, instruction is English for all subjects except French B and French Ab Initio, where the language of instruction is French. The DP language courses include English A (Studies in language and literature) and English B (Language acquisition) in Group 1 and Group 2, with French Ab Initio and French B offered. The school also promotes Kinyarwanda as a subject to support national heritage, and provides language support for English Language Learners. German and Mandarin are noted as future offerings.

Bilingual Teaching

Offering bilingual education. Learners study English as a second language and are encouraged to learn French in addition to English. In the IB Diploma Programme, the language of instruction is English for most subjects, with French B and French Ab Initio taught in French.

Admissions

Student Admissions: The Office of Admission processes applications and provides attention, responsiveness, and care to families. Children are accepted and placed in appropriate grades/classes without discrimination with regard to gender, race, religion or nationality. The Class Teacher and Director of Academics, in consultation with the Principal, participate in admissions. The school offers both local and Cambridge programs, with Cambridge, BTEC, and IB options. The general fee structure for the 2025-2026 intake covers Cambridge programs (G7–G10) with termly school fees of 1,050,000 Frw, uniforms 200,000 Frw, registration 50,000 Frw, identity card 5,000 Frw, and medical first aid 2,000 Frw (total 1,307,000 Frw); Cambridge A-Level (G11–12) with termly 1,100,000 Frw, uniforms 200,000 Frw, registration 50,000 Frw, identity card 5,000 Frw, medical 2,000 Frw (total 1,357,000 Frw). Pearson BTEC Level II (G10) has 1,050,000 Frw school fees per term, 200,000 Frw uniforms, 100,000 Frw registration, 5,000 Frw identity card, 2,000 Frw medical, and 500 USD Pearson Registration. Pearson BTEC Level III (G11–12) has 1,250,000 Frw school fees per term, 200,000 Frw uniforms, 100,000 Frw registration, 5,000 Frw identity card, 2,000 Frw medical, and 700 USD Pearson Registration. Nursery (Tiny Tot – KG II) has 700,000 Frw school fees, 100,000 Frw uniforms, 35,000 Frw registration, 5,000 Frw identity card, 2,000 Frw medical (total 842,000 Frw). Primary (Grade 1–6) has 700,000 Frw school fees, 100,000 Frw uniforms, 35,000 Frw registration, 5,000 Frw identity card, 2,000 Frw medical (total 842,000 Frw). A downloadable All Requirements document is available.

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FAQs

Where is King David Academy located in Kigali and how easy is it to reach from the city?

King David Academy is located along Kanombe Airport Road in the Kanombe area (Kicukiro District) of eastern Kigali and is accessible via the main roads serving that part of the city. The campus serves families living in Kigali and the surrounding area.

What year groups and programmes does King David Academy offer?

The school runs from Nursery/Tiny Tot and KG through Primary and into secondary, offering Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2 (IGCSE) for ages 11–16 and Cambridge AS/A Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme for post‑16 students. The Rwanda National Curriculum is taught for Senior 1 to Senior 6 alongside the international programmes.

Is King David Academy co‑educational and does it offer boarding?

King David Academy is a co‑educational school and provides boarding provision. Boarding is included within the listed termly school‑fee amounts and is not charged as a separate fee line.

How do I apply and who manages admissions?

Applications are handled by the Office of Admission, which works with the Class Teacher, Director of Academics and the Principal to place children appropriately. The admissions office provides personalised attention to families and evaluates placement without discrimination on gender, race, religion or nationality.

What are the registration, identity card and medical first‑aid fees I should expect when enrolling?

Registration fees depend on level: Nursery/Primary registration is 35,000 Frw, Cambridge (Grades 7–10) registration is 50,000 Frw and BTEC registration is 100,000 Frw. Identity cards are 5,000 Frw and the medical first‑aid fee is 2,000 Frw per term.

Which curricula and external qualifications are taught at the school?

King David Academy offers the Rwanda National Curriculum for Senior 1–6 (Ordinary and Advanced Levels) alongside the Cambridge curriculum (IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A Levels), Pearson BTEC Level II/III and the IB Diploma Programme. This mixed offering allows students to sit national Ordinary/Advanced Level exams, IGCSEs, Cambridge AS/A Levels and BTEC assessments, with the IB Diploma available for university preparation.

Is Cambridge A‑Level treated as preparation for university and how does the IB fit into higher education pathways?

Cambridge A Level is treated as a pre‑university year designed to provide university readiness for the UK and Europe. The school is an IB Diploma Programme School working toward full authorization, and the IB Diploma is recognized by universities around the world.

Which types of examinations will my child sit at King David Academy?

Depending on the chosen programme, students sit Rwanda national Ordinary Level (S1–S3) and Advanced Level (S4–S6) exams, Cambridge IGCSEs (Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2), Cambridge AS and A Levels, and Pearson BTEC assessments. Examination registration fees are charged separately when required.

What science and technology facilities does the campus have?

The campus includes well‑equipped science laboratories that support practical experiments and hands‑on inquiry, plus well‑conditioned computer laboratories networked by an in‑house ICT technician. The computer labs are connected by high‑speed fibre and LAN to support lessons and personal research.

Does King David Academy have arts and performance facilities?

Yes, the school has a dedicated music centre and a theatre to support music, drama and other performing arts activities. These facilities are used for co‑curricular programmes and school productions.

What sports facilities and programmes are available on campus?

King David Academy has an on‑site sports ground and runs major sports including football, basketball, volleyball and American football. The sports programme supports both recreational participation and competitive opportunities.

What kinds of co‑curricular activities and clubs does the school offer?

Co‑curricular life includes music, dance, drama, sports and cultural education, with a broad range of activities encouraged to complement classroom learning. Participation is actively promoted to help students develop diverse skills and interests.

How does the school promote student leadership outside the classroom?

Servant leadership is a core value at King David Academy, with leadership understood as service to others and modelled through character development programmes. The school emphasises integrity, resilience and community contribution as part of student development.

Is additional English support available for students who need it and what does it cost if required?

Yes, the school offers special academic support and additional English classes where required; these additional English classes are charged at 300,000 Frw. Parents are informed if extra support is recommended for their child.

How does King David Academy support students' broader wellbeing and character growth?

The school focuses on nurturing compassionate, principled learners through character education reflected in its motto 'We Are The Light' and through active engagement in sports and co‑curricular activities. Staff are described as dedicated professionals who guide students academically and in personal development.

What is the uniform policy and what do uniforms cost?

Uniforms are required and yearly costs are 100,000 Frw for Nursery/Primary (Grade 1–6) and 200,000 Frw for Secondary/BTEC and A‑Level students. Non‑uniform home clothes in plain colours (for example black or grey) are permitted for certain occasions but should be plainly labelled with the student's name and free of writing.

What are the school hours for King David Academy?

The school and office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00–16:00. These hours apply to the regular school day structure.

How long has King David Academy been operating and how is its academic track record described?

King David Academy was founded in 2000 and is described as an established international school in Kigali that is recognised for strong results year after year. The school combines international qualifications with the Rwanda National Curriculum to support high academic standards.

What are the tuition fees at King David Academy?

Annual tuition at King David Academy ranges from RWF 300,000 to RWF 2,526,000 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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