Nairobi's Indian community is served by several schools, mostly in the Parklands and Ngara neighbourhoods. These schools follow the British, IGCSE, CBSE, or Cambridge curricula. The Indian Public School remains the only learning institution in Kenya that officially offers the formal Indian National Curriculum (CBSE). It is situated in Nairobi's Parklands area.
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Key takeaways
- Most Indians in Kenya live in Parklands, a neighbourhood in north-west Nairobi.
- Indian Public School is Kenya's only CBSE-affiliated school; fees are not publicly listed.
- There are multiple schools in Nairobi that historically and culturally cater heavily to the Indian community, but they don't offer CBSE.
- Nairobi Jaffery Academy is among the most affordable options, with termly fees from KES 123,000.
- Nairobi International School, Oshwal Academy, and Aga Khan Academy are among the most expensive, with fees ranging from KES 500,000 up to a million.
Schools serving the Indian community in Nairobi are largely concentrated in Parklands and Ngara. These are areas with the highest Indian population. While the Indian Public School is the only CBSE-affiliated school in Nairobi, there are other learning institutions that have a high number of Indians. Explore more below.
School Name | Location | Curriculum | Published Annual Fees (KES) |
Indian Public School (IPS) | Mutati Rd, Parklands | CBSE (Delhi) | Not publicly listed |
Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi | 1st Parklands Ave, Parklands | International Baccalaureate (IB) | KES 250,000 – KES 650,000+ |
Aga Khan High School, Nairobi | Waiyaki Way, Westlands | KCSE | Not publicly listed |
Arya Vedic Academy | Ngara Road, Ngara | Pearson Edexcel / IGCSE | Not publicly listed |
Nairobi International School | Maji Mazuri Rd / James Gichuru Rd, Lavington | British National Curriculum | KES 552,000 – KES 1,116,000+ |
Premier Academy | Prof. Wangari Maathai Road | Adapted British Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE & A-Level | Not publicly listed |
Parklands Arya Girls Senior School | 3rd Parklands Ave, Parklands | CBC / National Curriculum | Not publicly listed |
Oshwal Academy Nairobi | 1st Parklands Ave, Parklands | British National Curriculum / Cambridge / Pearson Edexcel | KES 654,000+ (Year 12) |
SCLP Samaj School | Birongo Square, Sumba Road | British Curriculum | Not publicly listed |
Nairobi Jaffery Academy | Naivasha Road, Lavington / Nairobi | Cambridge / British Curriculum | From ~KES 369,000 (~KES 123,000/term) |
Here is a breakdown of these schools, including their profiles and contacts.
10. Nairobi Jaffery Academy
- Physical address: Naushad Merali Drive / Naivasha Road, Lavington, Nairobi
- Phone/ contact: +254 727 441218
- Email: frontoffice@jaffery.ac.ke
Nairobi Jaffery Academy follows the Cambridge and British curricula. It is a community school funded by the Shia Muslim community, which subsidises its fees.
It is one of the most affordable Indian-linked schools in Nairobi, with classes of approximately 15 pupils.
9. SCLP Samaj School
- Physical address: West Complex, Birongo Square, Sumba Road, Nairobi West, Nairobi
- Phone/ contact: +254 736 542490 / +254 110 090748 / +254 739 279709
- Email: info@sclpsschool.ac.ke
Shree Cutchi Leva Patel Samaj School and College comprises a Nursery, Primary, Secondary and College. The school began in 1994 with a pioneer group of only 22 students and 6 members of staff.
In the years that they have been in operation, they have grown from just 22 students to over 3500, and from 6 teachers to 130. The school offers the British Curriculum system of education.
8. Oshwal Academy Nairobi
- Physical address: 1st & 2nd Parklands Avenue, Parklands, Nairobi
- Phone/ contact: +254 725 529622 / +254 725 506510 / +254 736 743660
- Email: primary@oshwalacademy.sc.ke / nursery@oshwalacademy.sc.ke
Oshwal Academy is the largest Indian-community school in Nairobi. The Oshwal Education and Relief Board runs it on a not-for-profit basis.
The school is co-educational and admits pupils aged 4 to 18. It follows the British National Curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and A Level.
Exam boards are Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel. The school has separate primary and senior campuses, both in Nairobi.
7. Parklands Arya Girls Senior School
- Physical address: 3rd Parklands Avenue, Parklands, Nairobi
- Phone/ contact: +254 724 912497 / +254 20 3745908
- Email: parklandsarya@gmail.com / parklandsarya@yahoo.com
Parklands Arya Girls Senior School (formerly Parklands Arya Girls Secondary School) is a well-established girls-only educational institution established in 1957 by the Arya Samaj community.
It was formally handed over to the Government of Kenya, making it a public institution nd open to learners from all backgrounds. The institution currently serves as a senior school hosting Grades 10, 11, and 12.
6. Premier Academy
- Physical address: Prof. Wangari Maathai Road (Forest Road), Off Limuru Road, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 722 205855 / +254 733 618909
- Email: info@premier-sri.ac.ke
Premier Academy is a co-educational day school for students aged 2.5 to 19 years old. It offers an adapted British National Curriculum.
The kindergarten offers an adapted Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. At the end of Year 6, the students take the Cambridge International Checkpoint Exam. At the secondary level, the school offers IGCSEs and A-level examinations under the Cambridge Assessment International Examination curriculum.
5. Nairobi International School
- Physical address: Maji Mazuri Road, off James Gichuru Road, Lavington, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 788 439146 / +254 729 812241 / +254 727 379149
- Email: info@nis.ac.ke
Radhika Lee founded the Nairobi International School. The institution has the kindergarten, preparatory, middle, and senior schools. It has deliberately reimagined and redesigned education to produce creative thinkers.
The school offers the British National Curriculum. The curriculum is responsive to changes in society and the economy, as well as changes in schooling itself.
4. Arya Vedic Academy
- Physical address: Ngara Road, Ngara, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 786 713147, +254 777 713147, +254 113 736924
- Email: info@aryavedicacademy.sc.ke / admissions@aryavedicacademy.sc.ke
Arya Vedic School is a private school in Ngara, Nairobi. The Arya Samaj founded it in 1980. It has three sections: nursery, primary (Classes 1–6), and secondary (Classes 7–13). The school follows the Pearson Edexcel curriculum.
Years 11, 12, and 13 sit Edexcel IGCSE and International Advanced Level examinations. Class 6 sits Pearson Edexcel iPrimary exams, which the school has offered since 2012.
3. Aga Khan High School, Nairobi
- Physical address: 1st Parklands Avenue, Off Limuru Road, Parklands, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 736 380101 / +254 734 555527
- Email: akhsn@akesk.org / infos@akesk.org
Established in 1961, the Aga Khan High School, Nairobi, provides students and their parents with an environment where ideas are exchanged to better the students' welfare. The institution produces an all-round student by creating a harmonious balance between academics, cultural activities, sports, and community life.
2. Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi
- Physical address: 1st Parklands Avenue, Off Limuru Road, Parklands, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 733 758510 / +254 734 555527 / +254 736 380101
- Email: infos@akesk.org
Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi, is a multicultural learning institution. It is widely considered among the top 10 Indian schools in Nairobi. Aga Khan is a private, co-educational, and non-profit school in the Parklands neighbourhood of Nairobi. It offers the International Baccalaureate Curriculum.
The primary years programme at Aga Khan Academy takes children aged 3 to 11, the middle years programme takes kids aged 11 to 16, and the diploma programme admits kids aged 16 to 19.
1. Indian Public School (IPS)
- Physical address: Mutati Road, Parklands, Nairobi
- Phone/contact: +254 738 450555 / +254 789 242424
- Email: ipsnairobi@gmail.com
Indian Public School (IPS) is the only CBSE-affiliated school in Kenya. It is on Mutati Road, Parklands. The school admits all nationalities, from Nursery to Senior Secondary level. Pupils with a CBSE background receive special consideration at the admissions stage.
From Class I upward, pupils sit an entrance test in English, Hindi, and Mathematics. The test may be written or oral. Selection depends on test performance, interview results, and available places.
How to Apply to Indian schools in Kenya
To apply to these schools, prospective families must submit a completed application form, available online or directly from the respective school's admissions office, accompanied by essential documents such as the child's birth certificate, recent passport photos, parent ID/passport copies, previous academic report cards, and a transfer or leaving certificate from the former school.
There is also non-refundable registration fee and student placement assessments or interviews conducted to prospective students. Non-Kenyan citizens must additionally provide valid dependent passes or apply for a Student's Pass upon receiving a provisional offer letter. The terms of fee payment vary per institution.
FAQ
Where do most Indians live in Kenya?
Most Indians in Kenya live in Parklands, Nairobi. The neighbourhood has a high density of residents of Asian origin and is home to Indian-community schools, temples, and cultural organisations. Westlands is a secondary area with a more mixed population.
How much does Indian Public School cost?
Indian Public School (IPS) in Nairobi does not publish its fees publicly. You must contact the admissions office directly to receive the current fee structure. Reach the school at ipsnairobi@gmail.com or WhatsApp +254 738 450 555.
Which private school is the cheapest in Nairobi?
Among international schools, Herald International School has estimated annual fees of about $2,588 (approximately KES 334,000). Among Indian-community schools, Nairobi Jaffery Academy is the most affordable, with annual fees starting at around KES 369,000 for lower years.
What is the cheapest international school in Kenya?
Herald International School in Nairobi is currently the most affordable international school, with an estimated annual cost of around $2,588. Viraj International Academy and Soma International School follow, according to 2026 WhereNext data. Fees should be confirmed directly with each school.
Do Indian schools in Nairobi accept non-Indian pupils?
Yes, most do. Indian Public School explicitly states it admits all nationalities. Oshwal Academy and Arya Vedic School also admit pupils regardless of ethnicity or background. Confirm the current admissions policy with each school before applying.
The top Indian schools in Nairobi are known for offering quality education to all students. Some are public, while others are privately owned.
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