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Below, we have compiled the top 3 American international schools in Nairobi according to our users. However, there are another 4 American schools to choose from in the city (and 48 total international schools.) You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in Nairobi based on your requirements.

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Rosslyn Academy

Rosslyn Academy is a top-rated International Christian School in Nairobi, Kenya, offering a North American curriculum. Our mission is to inspire and equip each student to develop their God-given gifts for Christ-like service in the world community.
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(1 review)

Best 3 American International Schools in Nairobi

Out of a total of 7 American International Schools in Nairobi (and 48 total International Schools in Nairobi)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

Woodland Star International School

Our core values are Passion, Connectedness, Innovation, Respect, and Environmental Conservation.
Alongside our academic standards, we also teach and track other 'softer' skills as part of our long-term transformational learning goals, which include things like self-management, self-awareness, growth mindset, social awareness, communication, collaboration, global awareness, systems thinking and environmental conservation. Through these our want our learners to BE Self-Directed, BELONG In Community, and BECOME Globally-Mindful.
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 16
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: Shilling1,058,771
to: Shilling2,444,658
Reviews
(1 review)

Rosslyn Academy

Rosslyn Academy is a top-rated International Christian School in Nairobi, Kenya, offering a North American curriculum. Our mission is to inspire and equip each student to develop their God-given gifts for Christ-like service in the world community.
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(1 review)

International School of Kenya

At ISK, learning is the construction of meaning. We construct meaning through inquiry-based experiences that transcend disciplines. More about ISK's mission, vision and educational aims can be found on our website: https://www.isk.ac.ke/our-school/mission-vision.
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: Shilling2,638,342
to: Shilling5,023,444
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Summary

What are the best American international schools in Nairobi?

  1. Woodland Star International School
  2. Rosslyn Academy
  3. International School of Kenya

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48 International Schools in Nairobi

How Many International Schools are there in Nairobi?

There are 48 international schools in Nairobi. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Nairobi?
Curriculum International schools
British 37  
Christian 11  
IB 7  
American 7  
Montessori 2  
Other 10  

Additionally, there are 16 boarding schools in Nairobi.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 47  
Swedish 1  
German 1  
French 1  
Dutch 1  

Among these, there are 3 bilingual schools in Nairobi.

How Much do International Schools cost in Nairobi?

The average price of international schools in Nairobi is Shilling1,583,637. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price Shilling360,000
Avg. price Shilling1,583,637
Max. price Shilling4,588,673
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
Shilling360,000 to Shilling1,074,499 9  
Shilling1,074,500 to Shilling1,788,999 13  
Shilling1,789,000 to Shilling2,503,499 8  
Shilling2,503,500 to Shilling3,217,999 3  
Shilling3,218,000 to Shilling3,932,499 0  
Shilling3,932,500 to Shilling4,646,999 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Nairobi?

The average class size of international schools in Nairobi is 18.1 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 2  
6 to 10 0  
11 to 15 10  
16 to 20 12  
21 to 25 9  
26 to 30 0  
31 to 35 1  

How big are the schools in Nairobi (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Nairobi is 652 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
100 to 349 9  
350 to 599 11  
600 to 849 8  
850 to 1,099 4  
1,100 to 1,349 1  
1,350 to 1,599 1  
1,600 to 1,849 0  
1,850 to 2,099 0  
2,100 to 2,349 0  
2,350 to 2,599 0  
2,600 to 2,849 0  
2,850 to 3,099 0  
3,100 to 3,349 0  
3,350 to 3,599 0  
3,600 to 3,849 1  

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