Mahanaim International School

Mahanaim International School is founded on the three core pillars of Challenge, Change, and Cohesion, aiming to cultivate leaders who can overcome life's challenges. It provides a Christian-based, learner-centered environment that integrates academic excellence with character development and mindset education. The school seeks to foster intercultural understanding, ethical behavior, and the realization of each student's creative and physical potential.

The school follows the Cambridge International Curriculum, offering a pathway that includes Cambridge Early Years (ages 2-5), Cambridge Primary (Years 1-6), Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7-9), Cambridge Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Years 10-11), and Cambridge Advanced/AS & A Level (Years 12-13). In addition to core academic subjects, the school provides Mind Education and a variety of co-curricular and sporting activities.

The school reports a 100% university acceptance rate for its graduates. Students have demonstrated consistent academic success, achieving an average grade of 'A' in IGCSE examinations over a four-year period from 2020 to 2023. The curriculum aims to prepare students for tertiary education worldwide by equipping them with necessary knowledge and skills.

The school emphasizes individualized learning and student-oriented instruction to ensure teachers have meaningful interactions with every student. It provides character education and spiritual guidance, utilizing the Bible as a foundational guide to nurture emotional intelligence and develop a strong inner world in students.

The admissions process is designed to be straightforward and supportive, beginning with an online application that covers academic background, health, and family information. Following an application review, prospective families are invited to visit the campus to complete the admission process, which includes a document check and orientation. Required documentation includes birth certificates, previous school transcripts, a medical report, and a self-introduction essay from the student.

The school operates on a three-term academic year. The 2025/2026 calendar includes key events such as student council elections, educational tours, midterm and mock examinations, spirit weeks, and sports days. The academic year concludes with graduation and final examinations in July.

The campus is located off Thika Road, behind the Safaripark Hotel, next to USIU in Nairobi. The school maintains small class sizes, capped at 15 students, to facilitate personalized learning and interaction. Additional facilities include a dedicated soccer academy.