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If you're researching international schools in Kenya offering BTEC, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is BTEC Qualification, taught by 21 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 5,000–3,055,000 KES, with the average sitting around 913,743. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Greensteds International School (opened 1936).
Compare 21 BTEC international schools in Kenya. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KES 913,743), location, and more to find the right international school now.
The Nairobi Academy is a private, coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving students from age 2 to 19. The school offers a multi-path secondary curriculum, combining the British Curriculum with Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, A Levels, BTEC qualifications and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It is authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme and is pursuing authorization for the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Career-related Programme. Admissions begin from Year 8 (11+), with pathways for KCSE students to pursue GCE A-Levels, BTEC and IBDP. Facilities include modern classrooms with projectors; a gym and PE room; an Art room and a video theatre; dedicated science laboratories for each subject; two ICT rooms and a well-equipped library. The school has extensive sports facilities, including a 25-metre swimming pool, with major sports such as cricket, hockey, rugby, soccer, as well as rounders and netball. Extra-curriculars cover debate, MUN, coding, robotics, music, drama, film/photography, and community service, with Friday activities compulsory.
Braeburn Garden Estate School is a co-educational day and boarding school near Nairobi serving ages 2–18. It follows the British National Curriculum through Nursery to Year 11, with Cambridge IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), the International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) and BTEC Level 3 in Years 12–13. Boarding is available for Years 7 and above. The 32-acre campus sits eight kilometres northeast of central Nairobi on Garden Estate Road and includes large playing fields, pools (training pool for younger pupils and a 25-metre pool), outdoor courts, a large sports hall, a dance studio, a gym, squash courts, libraries, dining areas and playgrounds. The school is CIS accredited and an IB World School, and is a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools. Music and drama are central to curriculum and co-curricular life, with a full music department and public performances. Languages offered include Mandarin, Kiswahili, Spanish, German, Dutch and French.
Braeside Lavington is a co-educational international school in Nairobi, Kenya, offering education from Early Years Foundation Stage (age 2) to Sixth Form (age 17). The school provides an international version of the National Curriculum of England, with programmes including the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and a BTEC Qualification. Founded in 1994, it now serves students from over 50 nationalities, emphasising flexibility, creativity, and international-mindedness. It is organised into EYFS, Primary, Middle, and Upper School sections, with open communication between home and school underpinning success. Facilities include two age-appropriate libraries, a Music room, three computing suites, an Art room, four Science Laboratories, and a fully equipped Food Laboratory. A 420-seat theatre complements playing fields, a basketball court, and a 25-metre swimming pool (with a dedicated Early Years pool). The campus also features a large dining facility, counselling and nursing spaces, a bus fleet, and secure parking, supporting a broad curriculum with sport and creative arts integral to school life.
Hillcrest International School in Nairobi, Kenya, is an international school offering boarding. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers the British National Curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE in Years 9–11 and Cambridge A Levels and BTEC qualifications in Years 12–13. Cambridge International Examinations Board is the preferred syllabus in most subjects. The school traces its roots to Hillcrest Secondary School, founded in 1965, and sits in Karen‑Langata area, with Forest Edge joining in 2000 and becoming Hillcrest Early Years. The motto Semper Prospice guides its ethos. Facilities include multiple Information Technology suites with on‑site Wi‑Fi, five science laboratories, two libraries, a design technology suite, a drama studio and an examination hall. The Sixth Form comprises a kitchen, common room, lecture theatre and study areas. Outdoor playing fields, tennis and basketball courts, a gym and an indoor pool support a broad programme of sport and activities for students across ages.
Woodcreek School is a day and boarding institution in Kiambu County, Kenya, serving pupils aged 2 to 18. It follows the British national curriculum from early years through high school and is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education, enabling access to IGCSE, GCE A-Levels and BTEC examinations. The school also offers EYFS and a Bespoke Curriculum option. The Kiambu campus along Kamiti Road features a Music Room, a Science Laboratory, an Art Room, Libraries, and extensive playing fields, a basketball court, a tennis court, and a swimming pool. Academic and pastoral facilities include a Counselling Room and a fully equipped kitchen. Woodcreek supports a broad extracurricular program across arts, sport and STEM, with clubs such as Photography, Debate, Chess, Young Engineers, Taekwondo and Ballet. Founded in 2018 by Peter Karoki, the school began with fifteen students and has grown, with expansion plans noted in its milestones for its future growth.
Light International School Malindi is a co-educational day and boarding school in Malindi, Kenya, serving students aged 3 to 18. The campus offers Cambridge International education from Kindergarten through A-levels as part of a K–13 program, and also provides BTEC qualifications. The Cambridge curriculum is delivered with a focus on developing critical thinking and creativity to prepare students for future challenges. The school is accredited as a Cambridge International Exam Centre for IGCSE and A Level Diploma Programmes. Facilities include well-equipped science and ICT labs, a swimming pool, and sports fields, with the campus located near the Indian Ocean. The school emphasizes character education—integrity, empathy, and resilience—alongside leadership development through a Student Council and social responsibility activities. Mentorship and career counseling are provided, and an alumni network supports professional connections. The program offers opportunities to participate in national and international project Olympiads and a range of indoor and outdoor clubs.
Braeburn Kisumu International School (BKIS) is a day, co-educational school in Kisumu, Kenya, aligned with the National Curriculum of England and Wales and adapted for local needs today. Established in 1985 and part of the Braeburn Group since 2007, BKIS delivers a continuous programme from early years to Year 11. The Early Years follow the UK EYFS with Foundation Stage 1 and 2, while the Primary and Secondary curricula are English-medium and culminate in Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10–11; a BTEC qualification is also offered. From age 2 to 16, students study English, Maths, Science, Languages (French and Kiswahili), and numerous optional subjects, with SATs at the ends of Years 2 and 6. The school provides facilities: stocked library, music and art rooms, science laboratory, ICT suite, field, and buses. Notable features include Model United Nations, President's Award, ABRSM music exams, inter-school sport, and a Careers and University Advisor service.
Brookhouse Schools are private international day schools in Nairobi, Kenya, with premium on-site boarding at the Karen campus for boarders. The group operates two campuses, Karen and Runda, admitting pupils aged 1 to 18. The school delivers a UK curriculum across Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, including IGCSE and A-Levels, with a BTEC qualification option. Brookhouse is fully accredited by Cambridge International Examinations, Edexcel and AQA to deliver the UK framework. Facilities span a 15-acre Karen site and the Runda campus, with an indoor sports centre, a swimming pool, a state-of-the-art performance theatre, modern performing arts studios and STEM laboratories; VR and the Metaverse are used to enrich learning. The school has a long history since 1981, is a Round Square member, and joined Inspired Education Group in 2015. Extracurriculars include drama, music and a broad sports programme, plus a house system with Amboseli, Mara, Samburu and Tsavo today.
Braeburn School, based in Nairobi, Kenya, is a co-educational international school delivering the British National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, with Ages 3 to 18. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum with enrichment opportunities to extend and deepen learning, covering Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Examinations available include Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Level 3 and Pearson Edexcel Certification. The school places emphasis on a balanced, active program with Performing Arts, Sports, Active Lifestyles, Personalised Learning and Outdoor Learning at its core. The campus houses two libraries, several IT suites, five science laboratories, a design technology suite, a drama studio and a dedicated Sixth Form area. Extensive sports facilities include playing fields, an undercover flood-lit AstroTurf, squash courts, tennis and basketball courts, plus an indoor gym and pool. A wide range of clubs—including LAMDA, Music/Arts, Model United Nations, and languages—complements classroom learning for all students.
Greensteds International School is a co-educational day and boarding school in Kenya offering British education from Early Years to A-Levels. Established in 1936, it sits on a 50-acre campus near Nakuru, 16 km away. The school follows an adapted British National Curriculum from Reception to A-Level, with Senior School offering Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Sixth Form preparing students for AS and A Levels under CAIE and Edexcel boards. IGCSE subjects include English, Mathematics, sciences and language options such as French and Kiswahili, plus Business Studies, Economics, Geography, History, ICT, Music and Drama. BTEC Level 2 qualifications in Creative Media Production and Art & Design are available in Senior School. Seven Pillars guide life: Opportunity, Care, Community, Challenge, Diversity, Dedication and Respect. The school is CIS, LAMDA, LCM and ABRSM accredited and member of KAIIS. Facilities include a Sixth Form Centre, IT suites and spaces for sports and arts.
Braeside Thika is a co-educational international school in Thika, Kenya, serving ages 2–18 with boarding. It follows the British National Curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and BTEC Level 3 qualifications, with Early Years Foundation Stage included. Examinations are Cambridge International; ABRSM music examinations form part of the assessment framework. The curriculum includes Performing Arts, Sports, Active Lifestyles and Outdoor Learning, supported by a Personalised Learning Department to tailor learning for every student. Braeburn Group operates the school, housed in modern buildings with ICT-enabled classrooms, 6th Form area, a library, a music room, two computing suites, science laboratories, and a Food and Nutrition room. The campus features a 25-metre swimming pool, Early Years pool, playing fields, dining facility, sick bay and transport. Distinctives include East Africa Model United Nations (EAMUN) and World Scholars programs, plus arts and sports opportunities, CAS and PA for global citizens.
Naisula School operates across two campuses in Kenya, Kajiado and Tilisi, serving students aged 3 to 18. The Kajiado campus offers full boarding for a co-educational community on a 25-acre site. The curriculum blends the National Curriculum of England and Wales with an international context: Key Stage 3 at Kajiado (Years 8–9) with internal assessments and Cambridge Checkpoint, Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) with IGCSE, and Sixth Form (Years 12–13) delivering the IB Diploma with DP1/DP2 plus external Cambridge AS/A2 components. Tilisi delivers the British National Curriculum across Early Years to Key Stage 4, culminating in IGCSE; the school is pursuing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and is a candidate school for the DP. Facilities include science and computer laboratories, and art/design and music resource centres, plus a full sports program with a swimming pool, basketball court and soccer pitch. The motto Nurturing Excellence and a pastoral framework underpin a community that partners with parents to prepare students for higher education and global citizenship.
Brookhurst International School is a coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving ages 3 to 18. It delivers a framework with the British National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB Diploma Programme and BTEC qualifications. Core subjects include English, Kiswahili and Mathematics, with sciences and humanities and a foreign language (French, German or Mandarin) offered as a core subject. The school operates on campuses, Kiserian in Kajiado and Lavington in Nairobi, the former on expansive grounds and the latter with a swimming pool. Facilities include 31 classrooms, ICT centers with interactive boards and VR goggles, four libraries. Boarding houses are Wangari Maathai House (girls) and Heroes Tower (boys). Programs include the Aviation Program with Private Pilot License training; a broad sports program and clubs such as Model United Nations, Debate Team, Music, Drama and Art. Global awareness.
Oshwal Academy Nairobi is a co-educational international day school for ages 2 to 18, delivering a British curriculum through Cambridge and Pearson examining bodies. The four semi-autonomous campuses: Nursery, Primary, Junior High and Senior High provide a continuous learning path from EYFS in Playgroup to Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel IGCSE, then Cambridge International AS and A Levels, plus BTEC qualifications. The school traces its roots to the Oshwal Education & Relief Board, established during World War II to unite Oshwals across Kenya. The campus combines modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, science labs, a library, ICT suites, a multipurpose hall and sports facilities, including a swimming pool and an arena for ball games. A co-curricular program runs after class, featuring music, drama, coding, sports and debates. The school participates in competitions and fosters leadership and service within a secure, welcoming environment. Facilities include a library, ICT suites and a multipurpose hall.
Nairobi Waldorf School Trust provides an Kenya-based day school for ages 1 to 18. The curriculum blends the Waldorf Steiner approach with International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) offered at Karen Campus and Pearson BTEC qualifications in Business and Art & Design (Levels 2 and 3). English and Swahili are studied from early years, with French taught in upper years and IB language options including French B, Swahili B, or French Ab Initio. The school educates the head, heart, and hands through Main Lesson blocks and a class-teacher approach that accompanies a cohort from early years through primary. Learning integrates academics with movement and the arts: music and singing in early years, crafts, woodwork, drama, and visual arts in later grades, plus BTEC pathways. Co-curriculars feature swimming, soccer, basketball, and arts. Governance is by the Nairobi Waldorf School Trust, with a Board of Trustees, a Pedagogical Team, and a Management Team.
Naisula School operates across two campuses in Kenya, Kajiado and Tilisi, serving students aged 3 to 18. The Kajiado campus offers full boarding for a co-educational community on a 25-acre site. The curriculum blends the National Curriculum of England and Wales with an international context: Key Stage 3 at Kajiado (Years 8–9) with internal assessments and Cambridge Checkpoint, Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) with IGCSE, and Sixth Form (Years 12–13) delivering the IB Diploma with DP1/DP2 plus external Cambridge AS/A2 components. Tilisi delivers the British National Curriculum across Early Years to Key Stage 4, culminating in IGCSE; the school is pursuing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and is a candidate school for the DP. Facilities include science and computer laboratories, and art/design and music resource centres, plus a full sports program with a swimming pool, basketball court and soccer pitch. The motto Nurturing Excellence and a pastoral framework underpin a community that partners with parents to prepare students for higher education and global citizenship.
Brookhouse Schools are private international day schools in Nairobi, Kenya, with premium on-site boarding at the Karen campus for boarders. The group operates two campuses, Karen and Runda, admitting pupils aged 1 to 18. The school delivers a UK curriculum across Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, including IGCSE and A-Levels, with a BTEC qualification option. Brookhouse is fully accredited by Cambridge International Examinations, Edexcel and AQA to deliver the UK framework. Facilities span a 15-acre Karen site and the Runda campus, with an indoor sports centre, a swimming pool, a state-of-the-art performance theatre, modern performing arts studios and STEM laboratories; VR and the Metaverse are used to enrich learning. The school has a long history since 1981, is a Round Square member, and joined Inspired Education Group in 2015. Extracurriculars include drama, music and a broad sports programme, plus a house system with Amboseli, Mara, Samburu and Tsavo today.
Potterhouse School is a Christian values-based day school in Runda, Nairobi, educating pupils aged 2 to 18. Established in 2002, it follows an adapted form of the British National Curriculum across Kindergarten to High School. The Kindergarten serves ages 2–5, followed by Key Stage One and Two, then Key Stages Three and Four (Years 7–11). Core subjects include English, Mathematics, the Sciences, Global Citizenship, History, Geography, Art, Music, French and Swahili. Year 11 takes IGCSE examinations; Year 10 begins IGCSE preparation with a minimum of five subjects, including Mathematics, English and at least one Science, with Literature also required. Progression options include A‑Levels (Years 12–13), BTEC qualifications or IB options, with guidance provided by the Mentoring, Guidance and Counselling Department. The school welcomes diverse nationalities and offers a Music Resource Centre with ABRSM preparation, a school band, LEGO Education and KUMON, and a Dolphin swimming program that broadens global opportunities.
Brookhurst International School is a coeducational day and boarding school in Kenya serving ages 3 to 18. It delivers a framework with the British National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB Diploma Programme and BTEC qualifications. Core subjects include English, Kiswahili and Mathematics, with sciences and humanities and a foreign language (French, German or Mandarin) offered as a core subject. The school operates on campuses, Kiserian in Kajiado and Lavington in Nairobi, the former on expansive grounds and the latter with a swimming pool. Facilities include 31 classrooms, ICT centers with interactive boards and VR goggles, four libraries. Boarding houses are Wangari Maathai House (girls) and Heroes Tower (boys). Programs include the Aviation Program with Private Pilot License training; a broad sports program and clubs such as Model United Nations, Debate Team, Music, Drama and Art. Global awareness.
Located in Nairobi, Nairobi International School offers a British-based education for students aged 2 to 18. The school follows the British National Curriculum across KS3, KS4 and A-Levels, with Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC qualifications available. The campus network includes Kindergarten at No. 6, Kanjata Road; Preparatory at No. 5, Kanjata Road; and Senior School at No. 728, Maji Mazuri Road, Lavington, allowing a progression from early years to pre-university study within a familiar setting. The school operates as a private day school with boarding options, serving diverse families in Kenya. A technology-enabled learning environment, the Smart School, supports digital literacy and interactive lessons. Distinctive programs include the Middle School Model United Nations (MSMUN), and strong arts and languages offerings, with music, drama and art facilities in the Senior School and language clubs in the middle years. The Green Pledge underpins community service and sustainable practice, alongside sport and wellness programs.
Braeburn Mombasa International School (BMIS) is a co‑educational international school in Kenya delivering British independent education with British and international curricula for learners aged 1 to 18. The curriculum is anchored in the UK National Curriculum, with the Early Years Foundation Stage underpinning the Early Years and the British National Curriculum guiding Primary and Secondary. Cambridge Secondary for Mathematics, English and Science is taught in Years 7–9, with Year 9 Checkpoint examinations, followed by IGCSE in Years 10–11. The Sixth Form offers a flexible programme combining A‑levels and BTEC to support university placement worldwide. BMIS has existed for more than ten years and is part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools. The 23‑acre campus near Bamburi‑Haller Park is purpose‑built and equipped with Early Years classrooms, two library resource centres, two ICT suites, a music/orchestra room, three science laboratories, an art studio and a design technology room, plus sport facilities.
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