Quick summary of key school information
All the details about this school in their own words
| Number of students |
650 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
14 |
| Most common nationality |
Kenyans |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:2 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Kiswahili
|
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Ipads are integrated into the Junior school curriculum. Students in year 5 and above bring their own laptop as technology is embedded in learning. The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa has been named a Microsoft Showcase School, the only school in East Africa to receive this designation. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, during COVID, lessons were delivered virtually. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
The school is non-denominational but supports students from all religious backgrounds and promotes diversity and pluralism |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma examinations
|
| Results in these examinations |
Above the world average. 2021 IB Diploma average was 35 points |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It varies according to the age of the student and is shared with parents and students. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
99% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support in Junior school |
| Learning support offered |
Small tutorial sessions
|
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
A wide range of opportunities to develop individual gifts and talents are available for a extensive co-curricular program and rigorous IB curriculum stretches' gifted students |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes the school has 2 full-time education psychologist and a school nurse with counseling qualifications plus university counselors who are also trained psychologists |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, Assessment and interview |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Grades 1 - 5: All prospective students must demonstrate a potential for high academic achievement and demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy. Each applicant from year 2-5 must sit a standard assessment in logic, English (reading and writing), mathematics and creativity. Applicants will also have personal interviews with key members of the Junior School staff as part of their application process. Grades 6 - 10: All applicants must schedule an appointment for a standard assessment test in logic, English, mathematics and problem-solving at the school, in addition to providing past student grade reports and certificates of achievement. Applicants will also have personal interviews with key members of the Senior School staff as part of their application process. Grades 11 - 12: Applicants for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, must have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement as well as a proven record of civic mindedness and participation in community projects.
|
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
July 30th |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, depending on which grade level |
| School start time |
7:45 |
| School finish time |
15:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Arts, sports (basketball, football, swimming, table tennis, badminton, cricket, lawn tennis, volleyball, netball)
|
| Sports activities included |
All students have physical and health education from year 1 to year 10 as part of the curriculum as well as a large range of sporting clubs and teams in the extra curriculum program.
|
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Both Junior and Senior School students have the opportunity to represent their school in various sports, such as swimming, cricket, rounders, basketball, hockey, netball, football and athletics. |
| Facilities at the school |
Multi-purpose hall, amphitheater, library, science labs, music practice room, drama studio, art rooms, robotics lab and STEM room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
25-metre swimming pool, diving pool, full-sized sport field, Astroturf field, gym,
|
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is an International Baccalaureate World School. It is the first in the network of Aga Khan Academies established by His Highness the Aga Khan. His vision is to provide excellence in education and offer holistic opportunities to develop well-rounded, confident young people who will be ethical future leaders.
|
| Teaching approach of the school |
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa provides students with the tools to become critical thinkers and independent learners through an inquiry based student led teaching strategies. The IB curriculum is rigorous, broad and balanced giving students good subject knowledge as well as strong personal values. |