Pembroke House School
Secular
Updated July 2026
British EYFSAccreditations
COBIS
British Schools OverseasPembroke House is a co-educational British curriculum prep school located in Gilgil, Kenya, serving boarding and day pupils aged 6 months to 13 years. It provides a holistic, world-class education within a 140-acre rural campus, emphasizing character development and individual achievement.
Teaching approach
Pembroke House focuses on a whole-child approach that balances academic rigour with the preservation of childhood. Its ethos is built upon six core values: curiosity, courage, a spirit of adventure, compassion, resilience, and integrity. The school aims to develop grounded, balanced children who are capable of both teamwork and leadership.
Programmes
The school follows the British National Curriculum, adapted to reflect its East African setting, including subjects like Kiswahili and Kenyan History. The academic programme spans from Pre-Prep (EYFS framework) through to Year 8, where the curriculum transitions to prepare students for formal Common Entrance exams. Additional core subjects include STEAM, Design Technology, Digital Learning, and Adventure Learning.
Outcomes
The school has a strong track record of preparing pupils for entry into leading senior schools in Kenya, the UK, South Africa, and beyond. In 2024, pupils achieved 139 A or A* grades at Common Entrance, and 42% of leavers received scholarships or awards for their senior schools.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides dedicated learning support to ensure all pupils can reach their full potential. A team of specialists works with students to provide tailored assistance, including social skills groups, to support individual academic and personal development.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Pembroke House School offer?
- Pembroke House School offers British EYFS and National Curriculum (England).
- Is Pembroke House School a day or boarding school?
- Pembroke House School is a day and boarding school.
- What accreditations does Pembroke House School hold?
- Pembroke House School holds accreditations including COBIS and British Schools Overseas.
- Is Pembroke House School co-educational?
- Pembroke House School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Pembroke House School located?
- Pembroke House School is an international school in Gilgil, Kenya.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Prospective families are invited to enquire via the school's website or by contacting the registrar directly. The school hosts open days and immersion events for prospective parents to experience the campus and community.
Calendar
The school year is structured into Michaelmas, Lent, and Trinity terms, featuring a wide array of events including sports tournaments, theatrical productions, and music recitals. Notable annual highlights include the Dinky Safari Rally, the Hog Charge mountain bike race, the Ndume Sevens rugby tournament, and the Year 8 Leavers Supper. Other community events include bonfire nights, nativity plays, craft fairs, and cross-country competitions.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on a 140-acre rural campus in the Rift Valley, the school features forest, fields, and a stream. Facilities include a chapel, an art room, a library, sports fields, a swimming pool, and a golf course. The campus also provides boarding houses that offer a family-style atmosphere.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an extensive co-curricular programme designed to foster adventure and leadership. Activities include sports such as rugby, swimming, tennis, and cross-country, alongside creative pursuits like music, drama, and LAMDA. Adventure learning is embedded in the curriculum, with opportunities for residential safaris, camel trekking, and local field trips to farms and lakes.
- Mrs Deborah Boyd-MossHeadmistress I/c Next Schools Geography Teacher Foundation
As Headmistress, she oversees the school's operations and strategic vision, emphasizing a holistic education that allows children the space to be children while preparing them for senior schools. She is a member of the Pembroke House School Council and also serves as a Geography teacher.
- Mr ChapmanDeputy Headmaster Deputy Head Operations Head of Health and Safety Head of History
He serves as Deputy Headmaster, overseeing operations, health and safety, and the history department.
- Miss Ali OmellDeputy Head - Academic Head of Geography Sport (Hockey)
She serves as Deputy Head - Academic and leads the geography department, while also coaching hockey.
- Mrs Chantal Cillie TrevorBursar Pembroke House Foundation
She is the Bursar for Pembroke House Foundation.
- Mrs Evonne WheelerSafeguarding Lead Head of Pastoral Personal, Social, Health & Economic Education Teacher
She serves as the Safeguarding Lead and Head of Pastoral, and teaches Personal, Social, Health & Economic Education.
- Mr John WrightSenior Master Head of Weekends Trips and Paid Extras Head of Classics and Modern Languages Sport Head of Turners
He is the Senior Master, Head of Weekends, Trips and Paid Extras, and Head of Classics and Modern Languages, while also coaching sports and heading Turners.
- Mrs Cathrine JensenHead of Performing Arts & Head of Art & Design LAMDA House Tutor - Scholes House
She is the Head of Performing Arts and Head of Art & Design, and serves as a LAMDA teacher and House Tutor for Scholes House.
- Mrs Laelia SurteesHead of Seniors Head of Maths Head of Scholars Head of Opies Next Schools Hog Charge Mt Kenya coordinator
She is the Head of Seniors, Head of Maths, Head of Scholars, and Head of Opies, and also coordinates Next Schools and the Mt Kenya program.
- Mrs Alison LetcherHead of Learning Support
She is the Head of Learning Support.
- Mrs Alice HouseHead of Scholes House Middle School Teacher
She is the Head of Scholes House and a Middle School teacher.
- Mrs Celina RitchieHead of Junior School House Tutor
She is the Head of Junior School and a House Tutor.
- Mr Andreas StaceHead of Digital Learning Head of ICT
He is the Head of Digital Learning and Head of ICT.