International School of Kenya fees, scholarships, contacts

As its name suggests, the International School of Kenya is an international school that does not follow the Kenyan school curriculum. It provides an alternative curriculum for learners who feel that the Kenyan system is not best suited to their needs and interests. The prestigious school is found in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi. It has a rich history having been established in the mid-70s when the land on which it is located was a large coffee plantation. Since then, the coffee trees have been replaced by buildings in a 40-acre campus. It begins at the pre-kindergarten grade through to grade twelve.

There is a notion that International Schools are only for a select few in Kenya. While that may be true knowing that many students use choppers or chauffeur driven cars daily in such schools, there are also scholarships for needy but bright students who wish to be beneficiaries of the International School of Kenya curriculum. It also offers students an opportunity to experience diverse cultures, thus having an open view of the world. Here is everything you need to know about one of the most prestigious private schools in Kenya.

ISK Kenya curriculum

The International School of Kenya (ISK) was founded in 1976. Its establishment was a result of a joint partnership between the governments of the United States and Canada. It is a private and non-profit school that offers pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 education to Kenyan and expatriate students. The school provides a rigorous and challenging international curriculum at the end of which learners are given the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma.

The ISK Kenya curriculum has attracted more than 950 students coming from over 65 countries. The IB diploma offered by the school gives students entry into some of the most reputable and competitive colleges and universities around the world.

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International School of Kenya fees structure

Don’t be surprised when you find out that the fee for the International School of Kenya is in the tune of millions of Kenyan Shillings. All this is justified by the quality of education and facilities which learners enjoy while at the school. Here is a fee structure as provided by the International School of Kenya:

Application fee

The application fee for prospective students is $ 400 (Ksh. 40,000). This fee only applies to new applicants, and it is non-refundable.

One-time capital levy

The one-time capital levy is $ 10,000 (Ksh.1,000,000). The fee covers all capital expenses. Students are required to pay this fee during enrollment. It is also non-refundable. Any additional student enrolling from the same family is given a $ 500 (Ksh. 50,000) reduction.

LCE program

The fee for the International School of Kenya LCE program is $ 20,000 (Ksh. 2,000,000). The LCE program fee is for learners in pre-kindergarten to Grade 3. This amount is paid in addition to the grade level tuition fees. The LCE program is a modified curriculum which intends to meet students’ IEP, social, emotional needs, and daily living skills. The cost caters for those learners with intellectual disabilities.

Kindergarten, pre-kindergarten and other grades

The kindergarten fee at the International School of Kenya is $ 25,713 (KSh. 2,571,300). Others include:

• Pre-kindergarten: US$ 16,243 (Ksh. 1,624,300)
• Grades 1-5: US$ 27,129 (KSh. 2,712,900)
• Grades 6-8: US$ 28,349 (KSh. 2,834,900)
• Grades 9-10: US$ 29,95 (KSh.2,995,000)
• Grades 11-12: US$ 31,14 (KSh. 3,114,200)

Additional fees

Students undertaking International Baccalaureate (IB) courses are responsible for all their examination fees, associated DHL costs, and the Kenya National Examination Council fee. The lowest cost for students taking one IB course is $ 350 (Ksh. 35,000), but a full IB diploma costs $ 1,200 (Ksh. 120,000)

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Selected intercultural trips

In inter-cultural trips where students are required to fly to the destination, the pay is usually $ 125 (Ksh. 12,500) per child to cater for the airfare.

Bus fees

Applies only to students who use school transportation. There is a reduction of $ 200 (Ksh. 20,000) for any additional sibling. The standard charges are $ 2,200 (KSh 220,000).

International School of Kenya scholarships

International School of Kenya recognizes that not all families can afford to pay the fees. Even those who are capable can find themselves in a situation in which they would need financial assistance. Such assistance can either be short-term or long-term. There exist several programs created by the school to offer financial aid to those in need.

Students in need of financial assistance are advised to complete the Financial Aid Application and Disclosure Form and post it to the school’s business manager. The scholarship money covers all the program costs through high school, including the IB diploma program. It is a commitment by the school to provide opportunities for low to middle-income Kenyan students to be part of the rich cultural and educational experience.

Eligibility for the ISK scholarship

The selection for the scholarship program is based on the criteria outlined below:

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Proof of financial need
• Must be fluent in oral and written English
• High academic achievement in English language curriculum
• Commitment to service and leadership is a must
• Have a minimum age of 14 years
• Should have completed standard 8
• Those who have finished high school are not eligible to apply
• Should be able to reside in Nairobi with family or guardians in the entire duration of the scholarship

Existing families in need of financial assistance are also not forgotten. The school has put in place short-term financial aid to cover for school fees when necessary. To achieve this, the International School of Kenya created the Tuition Assistance Bursary program to offer relief temporarily. These are limited one-year tuition assistance bursaries that can be accessed by students in any grade of study.

The award ranges from as low as US$ 500 to as high as 20% of a family’s total tuition costs. However, for one to qualify for this scholarship, he/she must demonstrate an on-going record of satisfactory student academic performance and conduct. Since it is one-year assistance, it is therefore not automatically renewed the following year. Families that re-apply will only be considered based on the availability of resources and the number of applications from other families as well.

International School of Kenya contacts

• International School of Kenya location: Westlands, Nairobi
• Postal address: PO Box 14103 - 00800 Nairobi, Kenya
• Telephone number: +254 20 209 1308/9
• Middle school phone number: +254 733 639341
• Elementary school phone number: +254 733 639340
• High school phone number: +254 733 639342
• Email address: isk_admin@isk.ac.ke or communications@isk.ac.ke
• Official website: isk.ac.ke

International School of Kenya is one of the perfect destinations for expatriate students and locals who wish to try the international curriculum. The school offers high standards as those offered by other schools from other parts of the world. By so doing, it becomes easy for learners when it comes to transitioning from one school to another regardless of national boundaries. The school also prides itself with top facilities such as the school library, swimming pool, sports field, computer and science laboratories.

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Source: TUKO.co.ke

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