Kitengela has grown quickly, and so has the number of schools around Namanga Road, Milimani, Enkasiti and Isinya. More choice is good news,

Juja is one of Kiambu's busiest family areas, and it has a long list of private schools, from household names to small neighbourhood academies.

Ruaka has grown fast, and so has the number of private schools serving its estates. That's good for choice, but it makes shortlisting harder

Thika offers a wider mix than most towns its size: long-established day schools, new CBC academies and an international boarding option.

Your child’s first school is a big decision, and the early years shape how they feel about learning. Here’s what to know before you apply.

If your child is starting or changing schools in January 2027, this is the right time to begin. Term 3 is busy, and national assessments begin on 26 October, followed by KCSE from 2 to 20 November.