Everything on school costs in Kenya in one place, sourced from the Kenya Gazette and schools’ own fee pages.
Fees and funding
- Senior school fees 2026 (gazetted)
- Capitation 2026
- School calendar 2026
- Brookhouse School fees
- Zetech University fees
- HELB loans
2026 senior school fees at a glance
| Category | Government (KSh/yr) | Parent (KSh/yr) | Total (KSh/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day senior school | 22,244 | 0 | 22,244 |
| Boarding (schools previously capped at KSh 53,554) | 22,244 | 53,554 | 75,798 |
| Boarding (schools previously capped at KSh 40,535) | 22,244 | 40,535 | 62,779 |
| Special needs schools | 57,974 | 12,790 | 70,764 |
Best schools by county
- Best Schools in Nairobi County
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- Best Schools in Mandera County
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- Best Schools in Taita Taveta County
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Frequently asked questions
Are public day secondary schools free in 2026?
Yes. Government pays KSh 22,244 per learner and parents pay nothing, per Gazette Notice 1449.
What is the maximum boarding fee?
KSh 53,554 a year for schools approved at that cap, or KSh 40,535 for the others.
More fee guides
Sources: Kenya Gazette, 6 February 2026, Gazette Notice No. 1449. Last updated October 2026.
