International Schools

The Aga Khan Junior Academy, Nairobi opened its doors in 1970 and is situated in the Parklands suburb of Nairobi. It accommodates about 300 students from international and multi-cultural communities. The school is open to all races, religions and nationalities and is part of the Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, K). With over 100 years of experience in operating schools in Kenya, AKES, K currently manages 13 schools, all of which are operated on a not-for-profit basis. Income derived is utilized within the system for continuous improvement of the curriculum, facilities and for professional development of the staff. The Aga Khan Junior Academy, Nairobi offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) designed for students aged 3 to 12 focusing on the development of the whole child both in and out of the classroom. The Aga Khan Junior Academy draws on research and best practice from a range of curriculum programmes to create an engaging and challenging education programme for our student population. The school faculty is multi-cultural and international. All teaching staff hold at least a graduate degree. The School, with support from Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya, is strongly committed to promoting quality education. Continuing professional development of teachers plays a vital role in the school.