This archive report was first published on 27 December 2019.
Kenya's education landscape is characterized by stark contrasts, with some schools charging astronomical fees that leave many parents wondering if the cost is worth the quality of education.
Income inequality is a pervasive issue in Kenya, and the country's education system is no exception. While some schools cater to the needs of the affluent, others struggle to provide quality education to students from lower-income backgrounds.
Here are some of the most expensive schools in Kenya, along with their fee structures:
1. International School of Kenya (ISK) ¶
Located in Nairobi, ISK is a private, non-profit school that offers a comprehensive education to students from over 60 countries.
Admission fee: Ksh 40,000
Tuition per year (Kindergarten to grade 12): Ksh 1,500,000 to Ksh 2,900,000
Bus fees: Ksh 190,000
2. St Andrews Turi ¶
Located in Turi, between Kericho and Nakuru, St Andrews Turi is a prestigious school that offers a British curriculum education.
Admission fee: Ksh 304,000
Tuition boarding fee (per term): Ksh 578,000 to Ksh 730,000
Fees for day scholars (per term): Ksh 304,000 to Ksh 475,000
3. Brook House School ¶
Located in Langata, Nairobi, Brook House School is an independent British curriculum co-educational day and boarding school.
Admission fee: Ksh 45,000
Caution money for day students: Ksh 100,000
Caution money for boarding students: Ksh 200,000
Tuition fees for day students (per year): Ksh 245,000 to Ksh 600,000
Tuition fees for boarding students (per year): Ksh 950,000 to Ksh 1,080,000
4. Peponi School ¶
Located in Ruiru, Kenya, Peponi School is an international secondary school that offers a comprehensive education.
Admission fee: Ksh 10,000
Caution money for Kenyan residents: Ksh 275,000
Caution money for non-Kenyan residents: Ksh 350,000
Tuition fee for day scholars (per year): Ksh 696,675
Tuition fee for weekly boarders (per year): Ksh 928,725
Tuition fee for full boarders (per year): Ksh 983,400
