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Soma International School

Kenya, Nairobi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KES 540,000 - 705,000
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2024
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Islamic Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School, High School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

The Soma International School (SIS) is a private day and boarding school in Juja, Kenya. Founded in 2024, SIS offers a multi-curriculum program that includes American Curriculum, British Cambridge Curriculum (Primary and Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Islamic Studies, and the Kenyan Curriculum as part of its integrated approach. The school serves students aged 4 to 18, with day and boarding options. The curriculum blends academic study with Islamic values, discipline, and holistic development to prepare students as future leaders with character and a global outlook. The campus is nestled amidst lush greenery and features outdoor classrooms, secluded reading nooks, specialist science laboratories, and well-stocked libraries with digital resources. Facilities include tennis and basketball courts, playing fields, a drama studio, and a swimming pool. SIS emphasizes an extracurricular program, including science and technology, arts and drama, robotics, debates, and community service, with a weekly activity requirement and leadership opportunities.

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The Essentials

Soma International School has instruction in English.

Location
Thika Road, Juja, Kenya. Located in the Kalimoni area along Thika Road. The Information Office is at BBS MALL Shop, LGC 51. The school serves Juja, Nairobi, and surrounding areas.

Stages
American Curriculum with middle school (Grade 6-8) and high school (Grade 9-12). British Cambridge Curriculum includes lower secondary (Year 6–8), upper secondary (Year 9–11), and IGCSE/A-level (Year 12–13). The Kenyan Curriculum and Islamic Studies Program are also offered.

Type
Private day and boarding school

Country affiliation
Kenya

Religious affiliation
Islamic
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Fees

Annual tuition at Soma International School ranges from KES 540,000 to KES 705,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- Application fee: KES 15,000 (payable with the online application). This fee is non‑refundable.

Tuition (day scholars)
- Tuition per term (all year groups): KES 125,000 per term.
- Annual tuition (three terms): KES 375,000 per year (3 x KES 125,000).

Boarding fees
- Boarding per term: KES 70,000 per term.
- Annual boarding (three terms): KES 210,000 per year (3 x KES 70,000).

Other recurring term charges (per term)
- ICT, laboratory & learning resources: KES 30,000 per term (KES 90,000 per year).
- Medical (first‑aid care / medical charge): KES 10,000 per term (KES 30,000 per year).

Meals and catering
- Day scholars (mid‑morning snack and lunch): KES 15,000 per term (KES 45,000 per year).

Transport (optional) — per term by zone
- Zone A (Juja‑Kimbo, Weteithie, Juja Farm): KES 10,000 per term.
- Zone B (Thika, Ruiru): KES 15,000 per term.
- Zone C (Nairobi, CBD, Eastleigh): KES 20,000 per term.
- Zone D (South B, Westlands, Karen): KES 30,000 per term.

Typical total examples (illustrative sums)
- Day scholar (tuition + ICT + medical + meals) per term: KES 125,000 + KES 30,000 + KES 10,000 + KES 15,000 = KES 180,000 per term.
- Day scholar annual total (3 terms, same items): KES 540,000 per year.
- Full boarding student (tuition + boarding + ICT + medical) per term: KES 125,000 + KES 70,000 + KES 30,000 + KES 10,000 = KES 235,000 per term.
- Full boarding annual total (3 terms, same items): KES 705,000 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are presented and charged on a per‑term basis (amounts shown above are per term). Annual equivalents are the sum of three terms.
- The application fee is payable at the time of application.

Other one‑off or occasional costs
- Uniforms, textbooks, examination registration fees, optional extracurricular activity fees and other incidental costs are additional to the term charges listed above. Specific amounts for these items are not included in the term figures and should be confirmed with the admissions or information office.

Refunds and refund policy
- The application fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Information on refunds of other fees (for example tuition or boarding deposits) is not detailed alongside the term charges.

Fee payment arrangements and contacts
- Fee payments and payment arrangements are handled by the school's information and admissions office; families should contact the admissions office for current accepted payment methods and instructions. Contact: 0768 888 444, admissions email listed on the school's contact page.
Academics

Soma International School teaches American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Islamic Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Curriculum comprises American Curriculum, British Cambridge Curriculum, Kenyan Curriculum, and Islamic Studies Curriculum. American Curriculum covers middle school (Grade 6-8) and high school (Grade 9-12). British Cambridge Curriculum covers Lower Secondary (Year 6–8), Upper Secondary (Year 9–11), and IGCSE A Level (Year 12–13). Islamic Studies Curriculum covers Quran/Tahfid, Fiqh, Tawhid, Siirah, and the Arabic language. Kenyan Curriculum is offered as part of SIS's multi-curriculum program.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Tour. Families are encouraged to tour the campus to view facilities such as interactive classrooms, recreation and sports facilities, and the performing arts center. The visit provides a firsthand look at the learning environment and resources. A link is provided to arrange a tour. Admissions are ongoing with no fixed start date, based on capacity.
2. Application. Submit the online application and pay the 20,000 Kenyan Shilling application fee. The admissions staff will confirm receipt of the application and guide you through the remaining procedures. Applicants with prior K-12 experience must submit both their most recent transcripts and the transcripts from the previous year; transcripts may be posted to the enrollment site, emailed, or mailed. A reference from a previous teacher or caregiver is required; two letters are needed for school-age students, with one from a math or English instructor.
3. Assessment for placement. An admissions staff member will assist in arranging placement assessments to gauge your child's present skills and determine the appropriate academic level. The assessments inform the placement plan used during admission. Families will be contacted to schedule the assessments and results will be reviewed with them.
4. Review & Decision. After completing the placement and documentation steps, admissions and academic leadership review the application. Families are informed of the admissions decision and an admissions representative assists with completing the registration. If accepted, next steps include submitting any additional documents and finalizing enrollment. A confirmation of enrollment will be provided once all requirements are met.
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