Established in 1970, the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKA) Nairobi is the only school in Kenya authorized authorised to offer a continuum of the International Baccalaureate curriculum (IB) from Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), to Diploma Programme (DP). With over 1000 students, the (AKA) Nairobi is a multi-cultural school with a variety of nationalities represented in our student and teaching faculty.
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To prepare students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, values, and ethical grounding to thrive in a complex world, embrace pluralism, serve their communities, and become thoughtful, curious, community-oriented leaders.
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International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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Families begin with an enquiry, share previous school records, attend a placement conversation, complete any stage-appropriate assessment, and receive clear guidance on curriculum fit, boarding availability, fee schedule, and next steps. this takes.
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
At a Glance
Language of Instruction:
Bilingual Programme, English
Student Diversity Level:
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International Qualifications:
IB Diploma
Accreditation Bodies:
Cambridge Assessment International Education, International Baccalaureate Organization
Local / International Ratio:
Local International
International pathways
Curriculum Frameworks:
International Baccalaureate (IB)
International Qualifications:
IB Diploma
External recognition
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Language access
Bilingual Programme
Primary medium across all stages and subjects
Available
English as an Additional Language support for non-native speakers
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We have Bilingual Programme, English as supported languages
Programme progression
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International mindedness
Education extends beyond curriculum into belonging, responsibility, safeguarding, and intercultural understanding.
Global exposure
Structured opportunities that help learners build intercultural confidence and international perspective.
Transferability & belonging
International families
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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Our Student Activities and Learning emphasize on the following Student Development areas:
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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School Type
International School
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language
Bilingual Programme, English
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