Rosslyn Academy

Rosslyn Academy is a Christian international school that integrates faith and learning across all subjects. Its core values—Christ-likeness, Community, Excellence, and Service—guide the school culture and educational approach. The school seeks to inspire and equip students to develop their God-given gifts for service in the world community.

The school follows an American-based curriculum from preschool through high school, with instruction driven by North American standards such as AERO for Math, Social Studies, and ELA, and NGSS for Science. High school students have access to a robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, offering college-level courses in subjects including Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English, Economics, and various histories. Middle school students participate in innovative programs like the 7th-grade Impact Project and 8th-grade 20% Project.

The school's academic program prepares students for university success, with many graduates attending institutions in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other countries. Students are supported by an Advanced Placement (AP) program, and the school serves as a testing site for the SAT and ACT. The curriculum aims to develop students who are academically excellent, biblically literate, and prepared for Christ-like service.

Rosslyn Academy provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program for students for whom English is a second or subsequent language. A Learning Support program is available for students with mild to moderate learning challenges, though resources are finite and admission to this program is limited. The school does not provide services for students with significant behavioral, emotional, or severe learning difficulties.

Rosslyn Academy is a day school serving students from preschool through high school. Applications for the 2026-2027 school year open in early November, and families are encouraged to apply early due to high demand. The admissions process requires the submission of previous educational records, including Individualized Education Plans for students with learning needs, and a non-refundable application fee of USD $200.

The school operates on an academic year that typically begins in early August. Detailed calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years are available through the school's online portal.

The school is situated on a 40-acre campus in the Gigiri suburb of Nairobi, featuring administration, wellness, and chapel buildings. The campus incorporates environmental stewardship through a solar power plant, a water treatment plant, and extensive indigenous tree planting. Facilities are designed to support a holistic education, including dedicated spaces for arts, athletics, and academics.

The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including athletics such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, rugby, and swimming. Students can also participate in the arts, including band and choir, as well as various after-school clubs. Service learning is integrated into the student experience through programs like the Cultural Field Studies and various class service projects.