Ngong Road is home to several private primary schools offering different education systems, including the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), 8-4-4 and Cambridge curriculum.
These schools provide learners with academic, co-curricular and personal development opportunities in supportive learning environments.
The schools on this list offer different programmes, facilities and boarding options. Parents can therefore compare their locations, curriculum and available services before choosing a suitable school for their children.
Best Private Primary Schools Along Ngong Road
Here is a list of some of the best private primary schools along Ngong Road and surrounding areas.
1. St Hannah's School
St Hannah's School has an early learning centre offering playgroup, reception and pre-primary classes. It also operates a mixed primary school with optional boarding facilities.
The school offers the national curriculum, 8-4-4 system and Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Location: Corner of Ole Dume Road and Kindaruma Road
Contacts: 020 211 2655 / 0720 831 866
2. Makini School – Ngong Road Campus
Makini School's Ngong Road Campus offers the Competency-Based Curriculum alongside the 8-4-4 system.
The school caters for learners from Grade 1 to Grade 8 and focuses on academic performance as well as co-curricular activities.
Contact: 020 387 5006
3. Elirama School
Elirama School is a private mixed day pre-primary and primary school located in Embulbul along Ngong Road.
The school provides holistic and experiential learning under the 8-4-4 curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education.
Contact: 0721 547 501
4. Maasai Primary School
Maasai Primary School offers education from baby class through upper primary. The school provides the 8-4-4 system and the newer competency-based education curriculum.
It also has modern facilities designed to provide a conducive learning environment.
Location: Off Ngong Road, about 5km from Ngong Town
Contact: 0713 088 218
5. Greenyard Junior School
Greenyard Junior School was established in 1993 and focuses on developing learners academically, morally, intellectually, spiritually and socially.
The school aims to nurture well-rounded learners and promote excellence across different areas of development.
Location: Ngong Town, opposite Milele Mall
Contacts: 0725 954 188 / 0735 680 360
6. Rudan Junior Academy
Rudan Junior Academy has operated in Nairobi's education sector for more than a decade. The private primary school offers both day and boarding education.
The school caters for learners from kindergarten through Class 8.
Location: Santak Estate, along Ngong Road
Contact: 0720 661 533
7. CITAM Schools
CITAM Schools provide broad-based education that focuses on the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual development of learners.
The schools operate in a supportive and secure environment designed to promote holistic development.
Locations: Woodley, off Ngong Road, and Ngong Town
Contacts: 0714 941 307 / 0709 861 400
8. St Nicholas School
St Nicholas School is a private learning institution offering the Kenya national education system, 8-4-4 and Competency-Based Curriculum.
The school provides an alternative for parents looking for private education along Ngong Road.
Contact: 0727 230 141
9. Serare School
Serare School is a privately owned co-educational day and boarding school. It offers education from kindergarten through primary school.
The school follows the 8-4-4 education system.
Location: 1st Drive, Kerarapon Drive, Ngong
Contacts: 0712 681 411 / 0733 900 477
10. Rose of Sharon Academy
Rose of Sharon Academy offers kindergarten and primary education under the CBC, 8-4-4 and Cambridge curricula.
The school focuses on nurturing learners and preparing them to develop leadership qualities and other skills needed for their future.
Location: Kabarnet Road, off Ngong Road
Contact: 0721 370 393
What Parents Should Consider
Parents searching for the best private primary schools along Ngong Road should consider more than the school's reputation.
The preferred school should match the learner's educational needs, family budget and preferred curriculum.
Important factors to consider include:
- Curriculum offered by the school.
- Location and accessibility.
- Day or boarding options.
- Academic and co-curricular programmes.
- Available learning facilities.
- School fees and additional charges.
- Transport arrangements.
- Class sizes and learner support.
The schools listed above provide different education options around Ngong Road, Ngong and neighbouring areas. Parents should contact individual schools directly to confirm current fees, admission requirements, curriculum and available facilities before enrolling their children.
