This page lists the national (Cluster 1) senior schools reported in Nairobi County, plus what parents pay in 2026.
How we chose these schools
We use one objective, published criterion: school category. National (Cluster 1) schools admit learners from across the country through Ministry of Education placement.
National senior schools in Nairobi County
- Lenana School
- Precious Blood Riruta
- Moi Forces Academy
- Kasarani Tree Side for the Deaf
- Starehe Girls Centre
- Moi Girls Secondary
- Buruburu Girls
- Pangani Girls
- Starehe Boys’ Centre
- Kenya High School
- Nairobi School
- St George’s Girls
- State House Girls
Senior school fees (2026)
All public senior schools follow Gazette Notice 1449: day schools are free to parents (government pays KSh 22,244), while boarding schools charge parents at most KSh 53,554 or KSh 40,535 a year depending on their approved cap. See senior school fees 2026.
Junior schools
Public junior schools (Grades 7–9) are day schools hosted mostly in primary schools and funded by government capitation. There is no official performance ranking of junior schools, so we do not list “best” junior schools. Use the nearest public school or check private schools’ published fee structures.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the national schools in Nairobi County?
Lenana School, Precious Blood Riruta, Moi Forces Academy, Kasarani Tree Side for the Deaf, Starehe Girls Centre and others listed above, as reported.
How much do national schools charge in 2026?
At most KSh 53,554 or KSh 40,535 a year for boarding, per the 2026 gazette; day schools are free.
Related: School fees in Kenya hub
Sources: Kenya Gazette, 6 February 2026, Gazette Notice No. 1449, Tuko. Last updated October 2026.
