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CityNairobi
CurriculumBritish
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 11 to 18
Boarding available
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: Shilling2,190,825
to: Shilling2,595,000
Address: PO Box 236 Ruiru Kenya
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Number of students

352

Number of nationalities represented in the school

24

Most common nationality

Kenyan but a mix of ethinc origins from African and Indian to European.

Ratio of local students to international students

60% of our students are Kenyan and 40% international.

Native English speaking teachers

The majority of of our staff speak both Swahili and English.

Language support for students not fluent in English

English as an Additional Language.

Additional language classes offered by the school

French, Spanish, Kiswahili with Mandarin as an Activity

Max. number of students per class

24

Average number of students per class

IGCSE - 20 pupils
A' Level - 10 pupils

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

All our pupils have their own laptops and classrooms are equipped with Smart Screens. Staff and pupils use Firefly on a regular basis.

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, we offer outstanding provision when necessary.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

We welcome all faiths but are based on Christian principals with a dedicated Chapel on site.

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

We are an open and welcoming community and teach our pupils to respect all faiths. We celebrate all major religious festivals.

External examinations or assessments available

IGCSE, A Levels

Results in these examinations

IGCSE - 65% A*-A, 94% A-C
A'Levels - 31% A*- A, 78 % A-C

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Age 11- 12 (Form I and II) - 1 Hour and 15 minutes
Age 18 ( Sixth Form ) - 2 Hours

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Our Learning Support Department, lead by a dedicated and qualified Special Educational needs co-ordinator, aims to ensure that all pupils are able to access a broad and balanced curriculum meeting their individual needs. We aim for happy and fulfilling education for all.

Learning support offered

We develop individual strategies for each pupil identified as needing extra support. The support interventions include: Personalised timetables, In-class Support in Target Subjects, Exam Access Arrangements, Transition Support and English as an Additional Language.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Pupils who are more able require a differentiated curriculum to stretch their ability and sustain their achievement at School. Peponi School follows and identification process for pupils of exceptional academic calibre and shares support strategies with all the teachers who have such pupils in their class.

Student access to education psychologist

We have a qualified School Counsellor on site to ensure welfare and mental wellbeing of our pupils. In consultation with parents other professionals can be engaged.

Entry evaluation for students

No

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Only when required and individualised

Waiting list

In some year groups

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

May

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes, dependent on space.

School start time

7.45 am

School finish time

4.15 pm except for After School Activities

Supervised care before/after school

Yes

School bus service available

Yes, all pupils have access to our bus service within Nairobi, included in the fees. We offer pick up and drop of at several locations.

School provided lunches

We, have a professional and dedicated Kitchen team ensuring the provision of nutritious and healthy meals for all, whether Boarding or Day

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes, all dietary needs are catered for.

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Tennis, Squash, Model United Nations, Mandarin, Roller-blading, T. A. P (Talented Athlete Programme), Peponi Adventurers, Kick Boxing, World Scholars, Bee Keeping, Real Reflections, Bible Studies, Drama, Art, Aerobics, Horse Ridding, Chess, Coding, Peponi Investment Society.

Sports activities included

Physical Education is offered at A'Level. Within the School day we offer; Rugby, Tennis, Football, Strength and Conditioning, Netball, Swimming, Hockey, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and Basketball. Other sports such as squash, golf and badminton are offered as activities.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

We have a full calendar of sporting competitions and matches in most of the sports on offer, ensuring all pupils have the chance to compete what ever their ability level.

Facilities at the school

Our beautiful 50 acre campus offers extensive facilities including; a Library, Drama Studio, Science Labs, IT Suite, Chapel, Art Block, Outdoor Persuits, Ridding Stables.

Sports facilities at the school

The PE department has a large sports complex surrounded by tennis, netball, and basketball courts; and rugby, cricket, hockey and football pitches. Cricket nets are also onsite. The sports complex houses a 25m swimming pool, two squash courts, a fully equipped gym, two classrooms and an dance floor and aerobics area.

Grades/ages available for boarding

Age 11 (Form I) to Age 18 (Upper Sith Form)

Boarding facilities at the school

Our State of the Art Boarding Houses have shared or individual rooms, Common Rooms, Bathrooms, TVs, Snooker and Table Tennis. The Houses are staffed by a dedicated team of Housemasters, Tutors and Nurses.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Peponi School's pupils are educated to believe in themselves, be inquisitive, be resilient and to be ambitious. Our priority is to nurture each pupil with resilience and determination and develop all-round global citizens who encourage and inspire positive change in the world.

Teaching approach of the school

Leading British Education in Kenya we follow the British International curriculum for IGCSE's and A'Levels. We are coeducational offering both boarding and Day options. All of our pupils go on to international Universities.
We have high expectations for all our pupils and are invested in supporting every pupil on their journey of self discovery; embedding the drive needed to achieve their individual dreams and ambitions.

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