Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$5K - US$14K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~1,020
Location: Parklands, Nairobi
Updated April 2026
In Brief
AKA Nairobi is the strongest IB-only option in the city - a full continuum from Nursery to Diploma with consistently above-average DP results and a diverse, cosmopolitan student body. Fees are moderate by Nairobi international standards, making it worth shortlisting for IB-committed families in the northern suburbs.
Aga Khan Academy Nairobi occupies a campus on 1st Parklands Avenue, one of the more accessible locations in the northern suburbs, and is unique among Nairobi's top international schools in offering only the IB - PYP through Nursery and Junior School, MYP in the middle years, and the Diploma Programme at senior level. With around 1,020 students and an annual IB DP average of 32-34 points (the world average sits near 30), it consistently punches above its weight on outcomes. University leavers have gone to UBC, the University of Toronto, LSE, Oxford, Warwick, Brown, NYU, and McGill in recent years.
The school's diversity is genuinely wide - students from East Africa, South Asia, Europe, and North America sit alongside Kenyan nationals in a community that reflects the Aga Khan Development Network's international reach. The Nursery and Junior School place emphasis on inquiry-led learning under PYP frameworks; secondary students report a structured but non-pressured environment up to MYP, with the Diploma Programme taking on a more demanding character in Grades 11 and 12. Pastoral care is noted positively in parent reviews, and the school's size makes it more intimate than ISK or Brookhouse.
The main practical consideration is location. Parklands is not a typical expat residential hub in the way that Karen or Gigiri are, so families based in the south or east of the city may find the commute inconvenient. The school is not CIS or MSA accredited as a standalone institution - it holds IBO authorisation for all three programmes and AISA membership - so families moving to a system that prioritises those specific accreditations should note the distinction. Fees at KES 700,000 to KES 1,754,237 per year are well below ISK and Brookhouse for comparable age groups.
What parents value
- –Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) on a single campus. Consistent DP averages of 32-34 points, above the global average. Strong university placement record to UK, North American, and international destinations.
- –Moderate fees by Nairobi international standards: KES 700,000 (Nursery) to KES 1,754,237 (Grades 10-12) - roughly 60-65% of ISK equivalent year groups.
- –Cosmopolitan student community of 1,020+ pupils reflecting the Aga Khan network's global reach. Intimate campus size relative to ISK and Brookhouse.
Points of consideration
- –Parklands location may not suit families based in Karen, Langata, or the south of the city. The campus sits north of the CBD - factor in journey times before shortlisting.
- –IBO authorisation only (no standalone CIS or MSA accreditation). Families whose relocation package or receiving school requires one of those specific accreditations should check compatibility.
- –No boarding. A day school only - not an option if residential schooling is a requirement.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| KG1-KG3 (Nursery) | 3 | NaN |
| Grades 1-5 (PYP) | 6 | NaN |
| Grades 6-9 (MYP) | 12 | NaN |
| Grades 10-12 (DP) | 16 | NaN |
Fees converted from KES. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee (non-refundable) | NaN |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | NaN |
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Academic Results
| IB DP Average | 32-34 pts |
Key results: IB DP Average 32-34 pts.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities, sports, and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's age group.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Nairobi's international schools attract a highly diverse student body from diplomatic, NGO, and professional families. Contact the school for current enrolment and nationality breakdown details.
Leadership
Dr David Howe
Principal of Aga Khan Academy Nairobi. Dr Howe leads the full IB continuum programme across the Parklands campus, overseeing Nursery through Grade 12.