Peponi House is a British National Curriculum / Common Entrance school in Nairobi, Kenya. Founded in 1985. Annual tuition ranges from $15,819 to $19,022 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
16+ Scholarships available for entry into Year 12 at Peponi School in September 2026. Applications were open with a deadline of 11 February 2026. The school also reports a notable number of pupils securing scholarships to UK and international independent schools at the end of Year 8.
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About
Peponi House is an independent, co-educational day preparatory school for ages 5 to 13, located in Kabete, Nairobi, Kenya, offering the British National Curriculum and Common Entrance syllabus as part of the wider Peponi Schools family. The school serves a diverse community of approximately 200 pupils from 48 nationalities and emphasises pastoral care, small class sizes, and holistic development. Graduates regularly progress to leading UK and international independent schools, with many earning scholarships.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Peponi House blends Kenyan heritage with a British international education as part of a three-school Peponi Schools family. Its motto 'One Community Derived from Many' reflects a diverse community of 48 nationalities. Graduates regularly earn scholarships to top UK and international independent schools. The B-Connect mental health initiative and strong pastoral care through the Form Tutor system are central to school life.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | KES 15,819 |
| Year 2 | KES 17,510 |
| Years 3-8 | KES 19,022 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: KES 2,055,570 - 2,472,900. Application fee: $38.
Admissions Process
- 1Download the prospectus and complete an enquiry form. Pay the non-refundable registration fee of KShs 5,000 with the completed application form to secure a place on the prospective list. Confirm an offered place in writing and by payment of the caution deposit of KShs 350,000.
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Student Life
Four-house system: Chania (green), Mara (yellow), Tana (red), Tsavo (blue). Pupils wear house-coloured PE shirts and participate in inter-house activities.
Uniform is compulsory and available from Haria Uniform Shop at Sarit Centre, Nairobi. Years 2–6 wear white shirts or blouses with dark blue skirts or shorts, white socks, and black shoes. Years 7–8 add a navy jacket. PE kit features four house colours (Chania green, Mara yellow, Tana red, Tsavo blue). A blue hat with the school crest is compulsory.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Peponi House runs a proactive mental wellbeing programme integrated with pastoral care, including the B-Connect initiative for boys' mental health, Wellbeing Ambassadors, a Buddy System, Youth Mental Health First Aiders, and ELSA-trained staff. The school collaborates with external agencies and engages parents through PEP Talks.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are core to the school. It follows British safeguarding guidelines aligned with Kenyan law. A Designated Safeguarding Lead oversees policy; staff receive training; DBS checks are implemented. A formal Child Protection Policy is in place, reviewed annually, and the school participates in CPAN.
Student Demographics
School Background
Part of Peponi Schools, a group consisting of Peponi House Kabete Kindergarten, Peponi House, and Peponi School.