Kenya has more international schools than most teachers expect. Most sit in Nairobi, with more in Mombasa and a handful in towns like Thika and Gilgil.
At AscendurePro, we research career paths for African professionals. Teaching in an international school is one of the clearest routes to better pay and wider experience. This guide shows which schools hire, what they ask for, and how to apply.
Every claim below traces to a school careers page, a regulator, a recruitment platform or market data. Where a pay figure is an estimate, I say so.
This guide ranks the top 50 and summarises the other 10. A single table at the end covers all 60. You also get pay evidence, hiring timelines, permit rules and a step-by-step route to an offer.
Key Takeaways
- Of Nairobi’s 48 schools, 37 offer a British curriculum in whole or in part. British-trained teachers have the widest market.
- ISK, Brookhouse, the Aga Khan Academies, Rosslyn and Braeburn are the best-documented employers.
- ISK pays in US dollars and reviews teaching applications only through Search Associates.
- No audited ranking names the highest-paid school. Hire type and benefits decide your real income.
- International hiring peaks from October to March. Rosslyn posts roles in mid-October.
- Foreign teachers need a Class D permit. Teachers also register with the TSC.
How I Ranked the Top International Schools in Kenya
I scored each school on five points. These were recent hiring evidence, curriculum authorisation or accreditation, package transparency, institutional depth, and a clear route to apply. Sources include IBO records, school sites, Tes and ACSI adverts, and databases such as Scholae and doris.
The order reflects depth of evidence. It is not a pay ranking. Ranks 1 to 10 have the strongest evidence. Schools I could verify only by curriculum sit in the summary.
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Tier 1: Best-Documented Employers (Ranks 1–10)
1. International School of Kenya (ISK)
ISK is the strongest overseas-hire employer in Kenya. It pays in US dollars, adds an 11% retirement contribution, and covers tuition for two children. Annual flights, medical cover and a settling-in allowance complete the package.
ISK has run the IB Diploma since 1982. In 2026, 94 candidates sat IB exams and Diploma students averaged 33 points. Teaching applications go only through Search Associates. Faculty represent 16 or more nationalities.
2. Brookhouse Schools
Brookhouse is a British-curriculum day and boarding school founded in 1981. It holds CIS and IAPS accreditation. Two campuses, Karen and Runda, generate a steady flow of subject vacancies.
A recent vacancy roundup covered computing, art, maths, chemistry, biology, English and Early Learning. Interviews run on a rolling basis. Brookhouse belongs to the Inspired schools group.
3. Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
AKA Nairobi is an IB continuum school in Parklands, run by Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya. The IBO records its Diploma authorisation from 1999 and MYP from 2012. More than 1,000 students attend.
Local roles require a TSC registration certificate. Past IB posts asked for three years of IB teaching. Applications go through akdn.org/careers.
4. Rosslyn Academy
Rosslyn is a North American Christian school with Middle States and ACSI accreditation. Roles ask for certification and two years of experience. Applicants must agree with the school’s statement of faith.
The calendar is predictable. In recent cycles, postings opened in mid-October, offers began in December, and contracts started July 1. Contracts usually run two years with a benefits-heavy package.
5. Braeburn Garden Estate School
Braeburn Garden Estate opened in 1982 and grew into a 10-hectare boarding campus. The Independent Schools Inspectorate graded it Excellent. It sits inside a group founded in 1979 that runs eleven schools in East Africa.
The school offers British and IB pathways. Some posts target Kenyan candidates, such as a recent Key Stage 2 role.
6. Aga Khan Academy Mombasa
AKA Mombasa teaches the full IB continuum to about 700 students. Teachers need four years of experience. Two-year contracts start in August, and most staff are Kenyan.
Benefits include a housing allowance, flights at each end of a contract, and family health cover. Tuition is free for a first child. The school adds 10% to pensions, and teachers add 7%.
7. St. Mary’s School Nairobi
The Holy Ghost Fathers founded St. Mary’s in 1939. It has been an IB World School since 1982 and teaches IGCSE alongside the Diploma. Girls join for the IB Diploma.
Diploma subjects run from maths and sciences to theatre and Kiswahili. Teachers with real IB subject depth fit best here.
8. German School Nairobi
The German School opened in 1969 and holds accreditation from Germany’s education ministers. About 360 children study from kindergarten to Year 12. It awards the German International Abitur.
Posts follow German rules. A recent advert sought German state-trained teachers with first and second state examinations.
9. Lycée Français International Denis Diderot
Kenya’s only school accredited by the French education ministry teaches over 600 pupils aged 2 to 18. Recruitment peaks between January and April. Contracts split into AEFE secondments for tenured French teachers and local contracts.
Applicants use the AEFE form. Some roles go through the Talents AEFE platform.
10. Woodland Star International School
Woodland Star runs an American curriculum with Australian elements. Starting pay runs $40,000 to $55,000. Local tax takes around 35% of gross pay.
Local and international staff both get free dependent tuition. The school matches pensions up to 5%. Tuition counts as a taxable benefit.
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Tier 2: Established Schools with Strong Profiles (Ranks 11–30)
11. Hillcrest International School
Hillcrest is a British day and boarding school founded in 1965 in Karen. About 440 students attend, and staff are recruited from Britain and Kenya. BSO accreditation and classes averaging about 16 define its profile.
12. Peponi School
Peponi is a British boarding senior school for ages 13 to 18 on 50 acres near Ruiru. It holds BSO accreditation. Its senior fees, about KES 2.9 to 4.4 million, are the highest published in Nairobi.
13. Peponi House
Peponi House feeds Peponi School. It teaches ages 5 to 13 in Lower Kabete to about 550 pupils. BSO accreditation and a Christian-values ethos that welcomes all faiths shape the school.
14. The Banda School
The Banda opened in 1966 on the edge of Nairobi National Park. It teaches about 450 pupils aged 1 to 13 and prepares them for ISEB Common Entrance. Its Learning Development Centre employs six full-time teachers, which matters for learning-support specialists.
15. Kenton College Preparatory School
Kenton dates to 1924 and is among Kenya’s oldest prep schools. It teaches ages 3 to 13 in Kileleshwa under the UK National Curriculum and Cambridge Primary. Its history runs from Kijabe to the current campus.
16. SABIS International School – Runda
SABIS Runda teaches IGCSE, A Levels and AP to about 300 students. The SABIS system is prescriptive. Expect a defined teaching method.
17. Oshwal Academy Nairobi
Oshwal has about 3,600 students across Parklands campuses. It teaches IGCSE, A Levels and BTEC. Scale brings larger subject departments.
18. St. Christopher’s International School
St. Christopher’s is a British-curriculum school with a Christian ethos for ages 2 to 18. About 590 students attend. It reports CIS, COBIS and BSA accreditation.
19. Braeburn School (Gitanga Road)
This is the original Braeburn campus, opened in 1979 in Lavington. It teaches ages 3 to 18 and offers IGCSE and A Levels.
20. Braeside School Lavington
Braeside began in 1994 under the 8-4-4 system and later switched to the English curriculum. It is a co-educational day school in the Braeburn group. Teams compete across Nairobi in soccer, basketball, netball, hockey and swimming.
21. Braeburn Mombasa International School
Braeburn Mombasa opened in Shanzu in 2004 and added A Levels in 2005. It teaches ages 2 to 18. Recent notices sought biology, chemistry and PE teachers.
22. The Nairobi Academy
Nairobi Academy runs a British pathway with Cambridge IGCSE, A Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma. Teachers who handle more than one exam board have an edge.
23. Brookhurst International School
Brookhurst in Kiserian is a day and boarding school with a British base and the IB Diploma. Pathways include Cambridge AS and A Levels and BTEC. Ages run from 3 to 18.
24. Nairobi Waldorf School
Nairobi Waldorf combines Waldorf Steiner education with the IB Diploma for ages 1 to 18. Waldorf training is the obvious fit.
25. The Vale School Muthaiga
The Vale is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme in Muthaiga. It is small and values-driven. PYP experience opens this door.
26. West Nairobi School
West Nairobi opened in Kilimani in 1996 and moved to Karen in 2000. It teaches a North American curriculum with AP, from preschool to Grade 12. Its Christian worldview shapes hiring.
27. Pembroke House School (Gilgil)
Pembroke House, founded in 1927, is a British boarding prep school and IAPS member. New staff face enhanced DBS and police clearance. Boarding life adds sport coaching and extra-curricular duties.
28. Potterhouse School
Potterhouse opened in 2002 in Runda. This Christian-values day school teaches an adapted British curriculum for ages 2 to 18. Pathways include IGCSE, A Levels and BTEC.
29. Rusinga Schools
Rusinga teaches ages 1 to 18 with a British curriculum and Christian ethos. It has about 800 pupils and a typical class of 17.
30. Light International School
Light covers ages 3 to 18 with Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Levels. It uses IPC and IEYC in the early years. Primary specialists with IPC experience fit well.
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31. Riara International School
Riara teaches ages 4 to 16 with EYFS and Cambridge Primary and Secondary. Roles span early years to lower secondary.
32. Millennium Global School
Millennium Global in Kitisuru delivers Pearson Edexcel for ages 3 to 18. Edexcel experience helps.
33. Nairobi International School
NIS follows the British National Curriculum through KS3, KS4 and A Levels. It offers Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC, and it takes boarders.
34. Durham International School
Durham Kenya is a branch of Durham UK. It runs two Nairobi campuses, Thigiri and Rosslyn.
35. St. Austin’s Academy
St. Austin’s was established in 1970 and teaches from kindergarten to A Levels on James Gichuru Road. Ages run from 2 to 18.
36. Rophine Field International School
Rophine Field began in 2009 and runs four Nairobi campuses plus a Diani development. It delivers Cambridge IGCSE alongside a competency-based pathway, and it boards pupils.
37. Woodcreek School
Woodcreek is a day and boarding school in Kiambu County for ages 2 to 18. It has about 700 pupils and classes around 12.
38. Braeside Thika
Braeside Thika teaches the British curriculum from EYFS to A Levels with BTEC. Braeburn Imani also operates in Thika.
39. Soma International School
Soma blends an American curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, and an Islamic curriculum.
40. Viraj International Academy
Viraj pairs Montessori with Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels. Montessori credentials help early-years applicants.
41. Emerald International School
Emerald offers Accelerated Christian Education alongside British IGCSE with Pearson Edexcel for ages 4 to 16.
42. Ambleside Stawi International School
Ambleside Stawi follows a Christian, Charlotte Mason approach that culminates in IGCSE.
43. Cavina School
Cavina offers a British curriculum with a Christian ethos for ages 2 to 13.
44. Herald International School
Herald teaches British curriculum with Cambridge Primary for Years 1 to 6. Its programme runs to age 16.
45. Oshwal Academy Mombasa
Oshwal Mombasa has about 700 pupils aged 2 to 18. Its Cambridge pathway runs from IEYC to A Levels. It belongs to the Oshwal network.
46. MM Shah and MV Shah Academy
This Mombasa school has about 900 students. It blends EYFS, IEYC, IPC and Cambridge pathways.
47. The Coast Academy
Coast Academy delivers a Cambridge pathway from kindergarten to A Level for ages 2 to 18.
48. Light International School Mombasa
Light Mombasa teaches British curriculum with IGCSE, A Levels and BTEC for ages 1 to 18. Average class size is about 18.
49. The Mombasa Academy
The Mombasa Academy in Nyali follows the National Curriculum for England. It teaches from age two and a half to A2 level.
50. Greenwood Groove International School
Greenwood Groove in Nyali teaches Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for ages 3 to 18. It runs junior and senior schools.
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The Other 10 International Schools in Kenya
Seven are in Nairobi. Premier Academy teaches an adapted British curriculum for ages 2½ to 19. Kilimani International teaches an American curriculum for ages 3 to 18. Zuwena is a Christian day school for ages 1 to 9, blending Montessori, 8-4-4 and British strands.
Crawford International School operates a Tatu City campus. Nairobi Jaffery Academy follows the British curriculum. Svenska Skolan i Nairobi and The Netherlands School Society serve Swedish and Dutch families, so national credentials matter most there.
Three are in Mombasa. Deenway International School teaches British and Islamic curricula. Bright International Academy blends British, Kenyan and Islamic strands. Jaffery Academy follows the British curriculum.
The Mombasa count reaches 11 only with Braeburn Mombasa, which appears in the directory’s Mombasa listings.
Summary Table: All 60 International Schools
| Rank | School | Area | Main curriculum | Teacher-relevant fact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | International School of Kenya | Nairobi | IB Diploma, North American | USD pay; Search Associates only |
| 2 | Brookhouse Schools | Karen, Runda | British | CIS-accredited; frequent vacancies |
| 3 | Aga Khan Academy Nairobi | Parklands | IB (PYP, MYP, DP) | TSC certificate on local posts |
| 4 | Rosslyn Academy | Nairobi | North American, Christian | Mid-October postings |
| 5 | Braeburn Garden Estate School | Garden Estate | British, IB | ISI-graded Excellent |
| 6 | Aga Khan Academy Mombasa | Mombasa | IB (PYP, MYP, DP) | Four years’ experience required |
| 7 | St. Mary’s School Nairobi | Nairobi | IGCSE, IB Diploma, Catholic | IB school since 1982 |
| 8 | German School Nairobi | Nairobi | German, Abitur | German state-trained teachers |
| 9 | Lycée Denis Diderot | Kilimani | French, British track | AEFE and local contracts |
| 10 | Woodland Star International School | Nairobi | American | $40,000–$55,000 starting range |
| 11 | Hillcrest International School | Karen | British | Staff from Britain and Kenya |
| 12 | Peponi School | Ruiru area | British, boarding | BSO-accredited, ages 13–18 |
| 13 | Peponi House | Lower Kabete | British prep | BSO-accredited, ages 5–13 |
| 14 | The Banda School | Karen | British prep | Common Entrance preparation |
| 15 | Kenton College Preparatory School | Kileleshwa | British, Cambridge Primary | Founded 1924 |
| 16 | SABIS International School – Runda | Runda | British, American | SABIS teaching system |
| 17 | Oshwal Academy Nairobi | Parklands | British, BTEC | About 3,600 students |
| 18 | St. Christopher’s International School | Nairobi | British, Christian | CIS, COBIS, BSA accredited |
| 19 | Braeburn School | Lavington | British | Original campus, 1979 |
| 20 | Braeside School Lavington | Lavington | British | Braeburn group |
| 21 | Braeburn Mombasa | Shanzu, Mombasa | British | A Levels since 2005 |
| 22 | The Nairobi Academy | Nairobi | British, IB Diploma | Multi-board teaching |
| 23 | Brookhurst International School | Kiserian | British, IB Diploma | Day and boarding |
| 24 | Nairobi Waldorf School | Nairobi | Waldorf, IB Diploma | Ages 1–18 |
| 25 | The Vale School Muthaiga | Muthaiga | IB PYP | IB World School |
| 26 | West Nairobi School | Karen | North American, Christian | Open since 1996 |
| 27 | Pembroke House School | Gilgil | British prep | Boarding; enhanced vetting |
| 28 | Potterhouse School | Runda | British, Christian | Open since 2002 |
| 29 | Rusinga Schools | Nairobi | British, Christian | About 800 pupils |
| 30 | Light International School | Nairobi | Cambridge, IPC | Ages 3–18 |
| 31 | Riara International School | Nairobi | British, Cambridge | Ages 4–16 |
| 32 | Millennium Global School | Kitisuru | Pearson Edexcel | Ages 3–18 |
| 33 | Nairobi International School | Nairobi | British | Takes boarders |
| 34 | Durham International School | Thigiri, Rosslyn | British | Two campuses |
| 35 | St. Austin’s Academy | Nairobi | British | Open since 1970 |
| 36 | Rophine Field International School | Nairobi area | British, Cambridge IGCSE | Four Nairobi campuses |
| 37 | Woodcreek School | Kiambu County | British | Day and boarding |
| 38 | Braeside Thika | Thika | British | EYFS to A Levels |
| 39 | Soma International School | Nairobi | American, British, Islamic | Mixed pathways |
| 40 | Viraj International Academy | Nairobi | Montessori, Cambridge | Early-years focus |
| 41 | Emerald International School | Nairobi | Christian (ACE), British | Ages 4–16 |
| 42 | Ambleside Stawi International School | Nairobi | Christian, IGCSE | Charlotte Mason approach |
| 43 | Cavina School | Nairobi | British, Christian | Ages 2–13 |
| 44 | Herald International School | Nairobi | British, Cambridge Primary | Programme to age 16 |
| 45 | Oshwal Academy Mombasa | Mombasa | Cambridge | About 700 pupils |
| 46 | MM Shah and MV Shah Academy | Mombasa | British, International | About 900 students |
| 47 | The Coast Academy | Mombasa | Cambridge | Ages 2–18 |
| 48 | Light International School Mombasa | Mombasa | British | Class size about 18 |
| 49 | The Mombasa Academy | Nyali | English National Curriculum | Ages 2½–19 |
| 50 | Greenwood Groove International School | Nyali | British, Edexcel IGCSE | Ages 3–18 |
| – | Premier Academy | Nairobi | Adapted British | Ages 2½–19 |
| – | Kilimani International School | Nairobi | American | Ages 3–18 |
| – | Zuwena International School | Nairobi | Montessori, British | Ages 1–9 |
| – | Crawford International School | Tatu City area | British | Summary only |
| – | Nairobi Jaffery Academy | Nairobi | British | Summary only |
| – | Svenska Skolan i Nairobi | Nairobi | Swedish | National curriculum |
| – | The Netherlands School Society | Nairobi | Dutch, IPC | National curriculum |
| – | Deenway International School | Mombasa | British, Islamic | Summary only |
| – | Bright International Academy | Mombasa | British, Kenyan, Islamic | Summary only |
| – | Jaffery Academy | Mombasa | British | Summary only |
Top International Schools in Kenya for Teaching Jobs in Nairobi
Nairobi’s best employers cluster by suburb. Karen holds Brookhouse (2), Hillcrest (11) and The Banda (14). Runda and Gigiri hold Rosslyn (4), ISK (1), SABIS (16) and Potterhouse (28).
Parklands holds Aga Khan Academy (3) and Oshwal (17). Lavington holds the Braeburn and Braeside campuses (19, 20). Pick your target by commute first. Nairobi traffic punishes long school runs.
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Thika hosts Braeside Thika (38) and Braeburn Imani. Pembroke House (27) sits in Gilgil, in the Rift Valley. Braeburn also runs a campus in Nanyuki.
Boarding schools like Pembroke expect staff to join school life beyond lessons. That means sport coaching and weekend duties. Weigh that against a quieter community.
Private Schools with Teaching Vacancies Within Nairobi
Many Nairobi private schools run Cambridge or CBE campuses. Brookshine Schools advertised for teachers across both. A science teacher listing requires TSC registration.
One salary guide estimates private schools at KES 50,000 to 120,000 monthly. It puts international schools at KES 150,000 to 350,000. These are estimates, not audited figures.
These roles are a sound stepping stone. You build IB or Cambridge experience while you apply upward. Our latest job opportunities board lets you filter by Kenya.
Teaching Vacancies in International Schools in Kenya: Where to Look
Use several channels. Each school sets its own rule.
Teaching Vacancies in International Schools in Nairobi
- School careers pages: ISK uses Search Associates. Aga Khan Academy uses akdn.org/careers. Rosslyn runs its own application and posts on ACSI.
- Tes: Brookhouse placed its Head search here.
- Teacher Horizons: Its 2026 guide covers advisers and a free job board.
- Schrole: It lists more than 5,000 vacancies each recruitment season.
- Local boards: Fuzu and MyJobMag carry Braeburn, Rosslyn and Aga Khan notices.
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How Much Do Teachers Earn at International Schools in Kenya?
No school publishes a full pay scale. Packages blend cash, housing, tuition, flights and pension. Compare total value, not salary alone.
How Much Does the International School of Kenya Pay Teachers?
ISK pays in US dollars and does not publish its base scale. The package adds 11% retirement, annual flights, medical cover for up to four dependents, and tuition for two children. Ask for the contract schedule before you compare.
Pay equity has reached court. In 2023, Business Daily reported a former teacher’s claim that Kenyan staff earned less than foreign peers. The court held it could hear the case. The school disputed the claim.
Which Is the Highest Paid International School in Kenya?
No audited ranking exists. For overseas hires, ISK has the strongest documented total package. Aga Khan Academy Mombasa and Woodland Star publish enough detail to compare.
Brookhouse often tops senior-pay talk. A 2024 salary roundup puts senior teachers above KSh 400,000 monthly. Treat that as an estimate. A fee guide shows Runda tuition near KSh 2.8 million, which signals capacity to pay, not pay itself.
What Do Published Salary Ranges Show?
- The Kenya Times (2026): KSh 120,000–200,000 at entry level, KSh 200,000–400,000 mid-tier, and KSh 400,000–800,000+ at top schools.
- Wishlist Jobs: KES 180,000–350,000 at established Nairobi schools.
- International Teaching Families: $2,000–$4,000 monthly for Kenya.
None is audited. Use them for a rough floor and ceiling. For wider pay context, see the highest-paying professions in Kenya.
Local Hire vs Overseas Hire
Two teachers can hold the same job on different packages. ITF’s explainer shows overseas hires typically get flights, shipping, housing, insurance and tuition. Local hires often get less.
Run the real numbers. Count rent, health cover, tax, tuition and retirement. Ask politely about a path to overseas-hire status.
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How to Get a Job in International Schools in Kenya
Follow this sequence.
Step 1: Meet the Baseline
Hold a degree and a formal teaching qualification. ISK prefers two or more years of experience. Rosslyn asks for two years plus North American certification. Aga Khan Academy Mombasa asks for four.
Line up two or three references from senior leaders early. Teacher Horizons advises this.
Step 2: Add Curriculum Training
The IBO runs three workshop categories. Category 1 covers IB philosophy for newcomers. Category 2 covers delivery of the programmes. Category 3 builds your portfolio.
Cambridge training and safeguarding certification also help.
Step 3: Time Your Search
Search Associates says acceptances start in late October. Hiring grows through November and December, pauses over the holidays, then surges in January and February. Be active by the end of September.
Teacher Horizons shows the same pattern. The core window runs from September to February. March to May is a second market, and June to August is thin.
Step 4: Apply Through the Right Channel
Follow each school’s route. Tailor your CV to the curriculum. Name your exact specialism, such as IB MYP and DP maths.
See how people land high-paying jobs for positioning tactics. Practise with our interview preparation tools. If you are changing fields, our career transition support can map the path.
Step 5: Secure Your Permit and TSC Registration
Foreign teachers need a Class D permit. Pulse Kenya’s guide covers documents and the Sh20,000 processing fee. BI East Africa adds the eFNS portal and Kenyan understudy file. A Kazi Legal summary confirms a pending application is not work authorisation.
TSC registration applies to teaching in public and private institutions. The Code of Regulations covers non-citizen teachers. Ask each school how it handles your registration.
Conclusion
Kenya’s international schools offer real teaching careers with clear entry routes. ISK, Brookhouse, the Aga Khan Academies, Rosslyn and Braeburn lead on evidence. Nairobi holds most roles, and Mombasa, Thika and Gilgil add options.
Match your curriculum to the school. Compare packages on net value. Start your search in October, and sort your permit and TSC registration before you resign.
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FAQs
What are the top international schools in Kenya?
ISK, Brookhouse, Aga Khan Academy Nairobi, Rosslyn Academy and Braeburn Garden Estate lead this ranking. Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, St. Mary’s and the German School follow. Ranks reflect evidence depth, not pay.
How much does the International School of Kenya pay teachers?
ISK pays in US dollars but does not publish its scale. The package includes 11% retirement, flights, medical cover and tuition for two children. Ask for the contract schedule.
Which is the highest paid international school in Kenya?
No audited ranking exists. ISK has the strongest documented package for overseas hires. Brookhouse is often cited for senior pay, but only through estimates.
How do I get a job in international schools in Kenya?
Hold a degree, a teaching qualification and two or more years of experience. Add IB or Cambridge training. Apply between October and March, then secure a Class D permit and TSC registration.
Do I need TSC registration to teach in an international school?
TSC says registration applies to teaching in public and private institutions. Some local postings list the certificate as a requirement. Ask your school’s HR team.
When should I apply for teaching vacancies in international schools in Nairobi?
Apply from September to October. The busiest period runs from November to February. Rosslyn posts roles in mid-October.
Are there good international schools near Nairobi that hire teachers?
Yes. Braeside Thika and Braeburn Imani operate in Thika. Pembroke House, a boarding prep school, sits in Gilgil. Braeburn also recruits for Nanyuki.
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