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Welcome

Dear Parents and Families,

A very warm welcome to Hillcrest International School. Whether you are looking for a new school home for your child or are already an active part of our campus life, we are so glad you are here. Hillcrest is a vibrant, caring community with a proud history of inspiring young people in Kenya and beyond.

Our goal at Hillcrest is to ensure every student develops the confidence, curiosity, and character they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Across our Prep and Secondary schools, our talented staff focus on:

  • Academic Curiosity: Helping students think critically and love learning.
  • Whole-Child Growth: Nurturing individual passions across sports, arts, and leadership.
  • Warm Support & High Standards: Creating a safe, inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to aim high.

Children achieve their best when families and educators work together. We deeply value our partnership with parents, and we are committed to keeping communication strong between home and campus.

To our prospective families, we warmly invite you to visit our campus and experience the energy of Hillcrest firsthand. To our returning families, thank you for making our school community the supportive, dynamic place it is. We look forward to partnering with you as your child grows and succeeds with us.

Sian MayHead of School

Testimonials

Deborah Peris Obiero, Senior School Parent

‘Hillcrest has walked with our family through every season – celebrating our eldest son, Ian’s, graduation, holding us in love when we lost Ben, and nurturing our daughter, Flo, as she thrives in Year 12. Hillcrest is more than a school – it is a home of support, growth, and belonging.’

Early Years Parent

‘From the very first day, our child was welcomed with genuine warmth and care. The Early Years team creates a wonderful balance of play and learning. Every day feels like an adventure, and our little one comes home excited to share new songs, stories, and discoveries.’

Prep School Parent

‘Hillcrest Prep School has given our daughter the chance to shine in many areas. She is thriving academically, developing her passion in music, and making meaningful friendships. The balance and encouragement she receives have helped her grow in confidence.’

Senior School Parent

‘We are deeply impressed by the way Hillcrest Senior School balances academics with sport. Our son is challenged to aim high in his studies while also excelling on the sports field. With the support of his teachers, he is developing not only as a student, but as a well-rounded young adult.’

About Us

Welcome to Hillcrest International School. We have built our school on a philosophy of inclusion, where every child feels a sense of belonging. We aim to nurture confident, well-adjusted, socially responsible learners who respect and value the environment and community where they live and learn.

Our personalised approach to learning enables teachers to match and stretch individual students to achieve their best. We understand that good academic qualifications contribute to improved opportunities beyond Senior School.

Curricula

Early Years

Our Early Years curriculum caters to children aged 2 to 5 years. Learning happens through structured play, allowing children to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively. Teachers carefully tailor the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum to meet each child’s unique needs, ensuring they are appropriately challenged in their learning.

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Prep School

Our Prep School teaches children aged 5 to 13 years. The curriculum balances strong academics with art and sports, including an extensive activities programme for pupils to pursue their interests. Combining an individualised approach with our family-oriented setting nurtures pupils in a safe and secure environment.

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Senior School

Our Senior School teaches learners aged 13 to 18 years. Students choose up to ten subjects to study for their IGCSEs. Subject selections include a minimum of six compulsory academic subjects and several optional ones, choosing from a diverse range of 22 IGCSE subjects overall.

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Sixth Form

Our Sixth Form (Key Stage 5) provides an opportunity for our senior students to excel academically and mature through involvement in our enrichment programme. We offer both A-Levels that allow specialisation in areas of strength related to future tertiary education, and the BTEC programme that provides vocational education at diploma level. Sixth Form life at Hillcrest comes with special privileges, opportunities, and responsibilities.

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Accreditations, Memberships and Inspecting Bodies