Full List of Nairobi Public ECD and Primary Schools: Everything You Need to Know

Nairobi City County is home to a robust network of public Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres and primary schools, providing accessible and affordable education to thousands of children across its diverse districts. Managed by the Nairobi City County Education Department, these institutions cater to learners from pre-primary to primary levels, offering foundational education aligned with Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). This comprehensive guide details the full list of public ECD centres and primary schools in Nairobi for 2025. Spanning districts like Dagoretti, Embakasi, Kamukunji, and Westlands, this article provides parents, educators, and stakeholders with essential information on school locations, accessibility, and educational offerings, ensuring informed choices for quality education.

Overview of Nairobi’s Public Education System

Nairobi’s public ECD and primary schools are critical to the county’s education ecosystem, serving urban and peri-urban communities. These schools are funded and overseen by the Nairobi City County government, ensuring free or low-cost education for residents. The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), introduced in 2017, emphasizes practical skills, creativity, and holistic development, preparing learners for a dynamic future. With over 200 public schools listed, Nairobi offers diverse options across districts such as Dagoretti, Embakasi, Kamukunji, Kasarani, Lang’ata, Makadara, Starehe, and Westlands.

Key Features of Nairobi Public Schools

• Free Education: Primary education is free under Kenya’s Free Primary Education (FPE) policy, with minimal levies for ECD learners.
• CBC Implementation: Schools focus on learner-centered approaches, integrating digital literacy, environmental education, and life skills.
• Accessibility: Strategically located in urban estates, slums, and peri-urban areas to serve diverse populations.
• Special Needs Education: Institutions like Dagoretti Special School and Jacaranda Special School cater to learners with disabilities.
• Community Integration: Schools often collaborate with local organizations for infrastructure and resource support.

Complete List of Nairobi Public ECD and Primary Schools by District

Below is the full list of public ECD centres and primary schools in Nairobi City County for 2025, organized by district and zone for easy reference. Each entry includes the school’s name and precise location to assist parents in identifying nearby options.

Dagoretti District

Dagoretti hosts a mix of urban and peri-urban schools, primarily in the Riruta and Waithaka zones, serving communities along Ngong Road, Kawangware, and Dagoretti Market.

1. Mbagathi Road Primary – Riruta, KEMRI Road off Mbagathi Rd
2. Nembu Primary – Riruta, Muthama – Kikuyu Rd
3. Kawangware Primary – Riruta, Kawangware near Chief’s Office
4. Toi Primary – Riruta, Joseph Kangethe Rd near Winners Chapel
5. Riruta HGM Primary – Riruta, Naivasha Rd after Precious Blood Riruta
6. Dagoretti Muslim Primary – Riruta, Dagoretti Muslim – Muthiora Road
7. Kinyanjui Road Primary – Riruta, Riruta Satellite – Kinyanjui Road
8. Joseph Kangethe Primary – Riruta, Woodley – before Joseph Kangethe Rd
9. Jamhuri Primary – Riruta, Ngong Road next to University of Nairobi Kenya Science Campus
10. Gatina Primary – Riruta, Kawangware Gatina
11. Mutuini Primary – Waithaka, Dagoretti Market along Muchugia Rd
12. Mukarara – Waithaka, Waithaka near Mukarara PCEA Church
13. Dagoretti Girls Rehabilitation – Waithaka, on boundary of Kiambu West & Dagoretti District after Muhuri Road (former Route 87)
14. Dagoretti Special School – Waithaka, Dagoretti Children Centre inside Feed the Children Dagoretti Market
15. Kagira Primary – Waithaka, Waithaka after Ruthimitu Primary School
16. Kirigu Primary – Waithaka, Dagoretti – Mutuini
17. Ruthimitu Primary – Waithaka, Ruthimitu
18. Waithaka Special School – Waithaka, Mutuini near Kirigu Primary
19. Dr. Muthiora Primary – Waithaka, Mutuini
20. Gitiba Primary – Waithaka, Dagoretti Market before St. Joseph Catholic Church
21. Riruta Satellite Primary – Riruta, Riruta Satellite
22. Kabiria Primary School – Riruta, off Kabiria Road, Waithaka Location
23. Shadrack Kimalel Primary School – Riruta, Kenyatta Golf Course Ngummo Laini Saba
24. Ndurarua Primary – Riruta, Riruta, Ndurarua Grounds on Kinyanjui Road
25. Upper Hill Day Nursery – Riruta, Upper Hill Area along Elgon Road

Embakasi District

Embakasi is a densely populated district with schools in Dandora and Kayole zones, serving areas like Umoja, Kayole, and Ruai.

26. Umoja Primary – Dandora, Umoja Estate Phase I along Moi Drive Road
27. Ronald Ngala Primary – Dandora, Dandora Phase IV/V
28. Ushirika Primary – Dandora, Dandora Phase V next to Ronald Ngala Primary
29. Kariobangi South Primary – Dandora, Kariobangi South along Mutarakwa Road
30. Tom Mboya Primary – Dandora, Dandora
31. Gituamba Primary – Dandora, Ruai Sewage
32. Peter Kibukosya Primary – Dandora, Umoja II Estate – Site Stage
33. Athi Primary – Dandora, 5km from main Kangundo Rd in Ngundu/Athi Zone
34. Ruai Primary – Dandora, along Kangundo Rd at Ruai Shopping Centre
35. Jehovah Jireh Primary – Dandora, Maili Saba
36. Ngundu Primary – Dandora, Kamulu – Ngundu along Kangundo Rd
37. Unity Primary – Kayole, Umoja Innercore
38. Utawala Academy – Kayole, within Administration Police Training College – Embakasi
39. Kayole I Primary – Kayole, Kayole off Kangundo Road
40. Tumaini Primary – Kayole, Umoja II off Moi Drive
41. Our Lady of Nazareth Primary – Kayole, Mukuru Kwa Njenga
42. Maua Primary – Kayole, Kangundo Road – Njiru Cokaa Buruburu Farm
43. Visions Primary (Mihang’o) – Kayole, Mihang’o Location
44. Embakasi Garrison Primary – Kayole, Embakasi Garrison Barracks Compound along to Utawala
45. Mwanzaga Primary – Kayole, Kayole
46. Embakasi Primary – Kayole, Embakasi Village
47. Thawabu Primary – Kayole, Kayole
48. Bondeni Primary – Kayole, Kayole South next to Kayole Catholic Church (Divine Word Parish)
49. Komarock Primary – Kayole, Komarock Estate off Spine Road
50. Kifaru Primary – Kayole, Umoja II – Moi Drive
51. Edelvale Primary – Kayole, Doonholm Phase V at Jacaranda Estate Round About – take the earth road
52. Imara Primary – Kayole, Kayole Soweto Rd opposite Kayole Chief’s Office – Mugendi Stage
53. Doonholm Primary – Kayole, Doonholm Estate next to Rikina Supermarkets
54. Busara Primary – Dandora, Umoja Estate – Moi Drive Road
55. A.E.F. Reuben Primary – Kayole, off Enterprise after Hill-Locks Hotel in Reuben Slums
56. Kwa Njenga Primary – Kayole, Kwa Njenga Ward off Airport Road at A.A. of Kenya Headquarters
57. Dandora Primary School – Dandora, Dandora Phase One along Komarock Rd opposite Seniors School, adjacent to Total Petrol Station
58. Simba Day Nursery – Kayole, Umoja
59. Mugumo Day Nursery – Kayole, near Peter Kibukosya Primary School
60. Mwanzaga Day Nursery – Kayole, near Peter Kibukosya Primary School
61. Unity Day Nursery – Kayole, Umoja Innercore
62. Umoja I Day Nursery – Dandora, in Umoja next to Division Office Umoja I Estate
63. St. Dominic’s Primary School – Dandora, Mwiki
64. Kayole North Primary – Dandora, Kayole North (Matopeni) Area near Kayole Police Station
65. Kangundo Road Primary – Dandora, opposite Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital
66. James Gichuru Primary – Dandora, Dandora Phase II
67. Wangu Primary – Dandora, Dandora Phase II opposite Co-operative Bank on Muigai Kenyatta Road
68. Drumvale Primary – Dandora, Kamulu off Kangundo Road, Sir Henry’s Drive – Pearl Street (Drumvale)
69. Njiru Primary – Dandora, on your way to Mwiki between Njiru Chief’s Camp/D.Os Office and Quarry

Kamukunji District

Kamukunji serves Eastleigh and Bahati zones, with schools in densely populated areas like Pumwani and Buruburu.

70. Eastleigh Airport Primary – Eastleigh, 2nd Avenue off 3rd St next to Maina Wanjigi Secondary
71. Muthurwa Primary – Bahati, along Sakwa Rd next to KMC
72. Uhuru Estate Primary – Bahati, Uhuru Estate on Uhuru Rd next to Uhuru Secondary
73. Heshima Road Primary – Bahati, Ambira Road – Makongeni
74. Our Lady of Mercy Girls – Shauri Moyo – Bahati, Ambira Rd off Jogoo Road
75. Bahati Uhuru Primary – Bahati, Heshima Avenue Zembakasi Crescent, Zembakasi Lane
76. Kimathi Primary – Bahati, Kimathi Estate
77. Morrison Primary – Bahati, Bahati
78. Dr. Livingstone Primary – Bahati, Jerusalem Estate
79. Nairobi River Primary – Bahati, Outering Rd Estate off Mumia South Rd
80. New Eastleigh Primary – Eastleigh, Eastleigh North
81. Zawadi Primary – Eastleigh, Eastleigh Section 3 near Eastmat No. 4 Bus Stage
82. Moi Air Base Primary – Eastleigh, Kenya Air Force Eastleigh – Nairobi
83. Moi Forces Academy – Eastleigh, next to Moi Air Base – Juja Road
84. St. Teresa’s Boys Primary School – Eastleigh, Eastleigh Section I within the Catholic Church near Mlango Kubwa
85. Bahati Day Nursery – Bahati, at Bahati Shopping Centre next to Uhuru Bahati Primary School
86. New Pumwani Primary – Eastleigh, from Ring Road Ngara connect to Kinyanjui Road – school is before the Kariokor WWII Commonwealth Cemetery
87. Buruburu I Primary – Bahati, Buruburu Phase I off Mumias Road next to Orange House

Kasarani District

Kasarani includes Kahawa and Ruaraka zones, with schools in areas like Githurai, Mathare, and Kasarani.

88. Roysambu Primary – Kahawa, Zimmerman
89. Kahawa Primary – Kahawa, Kahawa West next to Farmers Choice Factory
90. Kamiti Primary – Kahawa, inside Kamiti Prisons
91. Kawaha Garrison Primary – Kahawa, Kahawa Barracks along Thika Rd
92. Githurai Primary – Kahawa, Githurai 45 Round About next to CCN Stone Market
93. Garden Estate Primary – Kahawa, off Thika Rd on your way to Windsor
94. Kenyatta University Primary – Kahawa, inside Kenyatta University Grounds
95. Mahiga Primary – Kahawa, opposite Kamiti Prison boundary on entry to Kahawa West Shopping Centre
96. Kiwanja Primary – Kahawa, next to Kenyatta University Nyayo Hostels on Kiwanja Rd off Kahawa Rd after Farmers Choice
97. Mararui Primary – Kahawa, at Mararui Village next to Thome Estate off Thika Road
98. Njathaini Primary – Kahawa, Ngomongo opposite Police Station off Kamiti Road
99. Ngunyumu Primary – Ruaraka, Korogocho Slums-Ngomongo
100. Mathare 4A Primary – Ruaraka, Mathare 4A Village
101. Thika Road Primary – Ruaraka, between N.Y.S. & Kenya College off Thika Rd
102. G.S.U. Primary – Ruaraka, G.S.U. Headquarters Ruaraka Camp Thika Rd
103. Daniel Comboni Primary – Ruaraka, Korogocho
104. Muthaiga Primary – Ruaraka, Thika Road opposite Mathari Hospital
105. Marura Primary – Ruaraka, Kariobangi North near the Kariobangi Market
106. M.M. Chandaria Primary – Ruaraka, Baba Dogo
107. Kasarani Primary – Kahawa, Kasarani-Mwiki Rd opposite Warren Enterprises Ltd
108. Kariobangi North Primary – Ruaraka, Kariobangi North near City Council Market
109. Murema Primary – Kahawa, Kasarani – Hunters
110. Mathare North Primary School – Ruaraka, Mathare North Area II
111. Baba Dogo Primary School – Ruaraka, along Baba Dogo Road next to M.M. Chandaria Primary, opposite Premier Food Industries
112. Drive-In Primary School – Ruaraka, Mathare North near Ruaraka High School
113. Treeside Special School – Kahawa, Mwiki on your way to Stadia Hotel

Lang’ata District

Lang’ata includes Karen and Nairobi West zones, serving areas like Kibera, Langata, and Madaraka.

114. Karen ‘C’ Primary – Karen, along Langata Rd
115. Ngong Forest Primary – Karen, Ngong Road within Ngong Forest opposite Lenana School
116. St. Mary’s Karen Primary – Karen, Karen Shopping Centre along Langata Rd
117. Ayany Primary – Karen, Sarang’ombe Ward
118. Langata Road Primary – Nairobi West, along Langata Rd
119. Raila Education Centre – Karen, Kisumu Ndogo Area along Railway Line next to Raila Educational Center
120. Ngei Primary – Nairobi West, Kitengela Rd, Mugumu
121. Kongoni Primary – Nairobi West, South ‘C’
122. Langata West Primary – Nairobi West, Otiende Shopping Centre next to Langata Health Centre
123. Uhuru Gardens Primary – Nairobi West, Langata Rd off Kitengela Road
124. Madaraka Primary School – Nairobi West, in Madaraka Estate
125. Olympic Primary – Karen, Kibera Slums, Sarang’ombe next to Railway Line
126. Langata Barracks Primary – Nairobi West, inside the Langata Barracks Military Camp
127. Kibera Primary – Karen, Kibera Drive – Karanja Road
128. Nairobi West Day Nursery – Nairobi West, Nairobi West Shopping Centre next to Uchumi Supermarket – South ‘B’

Makadara District

Makadara serves Buruburu and Viwanda zones, including areas like Maringo, South B, and Lunga Lunga.

129. Rabai Road Primary – Buruburu, Rabai Rd opposite Metropolitan Hospital Jericho Market
130. Baraka Primary – Buruburu, between Buruburu Phase V & III Mumias Rd near Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
131. Harambee Primary – Buruburu, Harambee Estate Mumbi Rd off Rabai Road
132. Ofafa Jericho Primary – Buruburu, Jericho Estate
133. St. Michael’s Primary – Buruburu, along Nile Road off Jogoo Rd
134. St. Anne’s Primary – Buruburu, next to Government Quarters Jogoo Rd
135. Dr. Krapf Primary – Buruburu, Maringo Ofafa Estate Ruaka Street
136. Jogoo Road Primary – Buruburu, Makadara along Jogoo Road
137. St. Paul’s Primary – Buruburu, Mbotela Estate
138. Martin Luther Primary – Buruburu, Makadara Hamza
139. Mariakani Primary – Viwanda, Mariakani Estate South ‘B’
140. Star of Hope Lunga Lunga – Viwanda, Lunga Lunga
141. Joseph Apudo Primary – Viwanda, Makongeni Railway Quarters
142. Makongeni Primary – Viwanda, along Jogoo Rd within Makongeni Railway Quarters
143. Our Lady of Mercy South ‘B’ – Viwanda, South ‘B’ near Queen of Peace Church
144. Plainsview Primary – Viwanda, South ‘B’
145. St. Elizabeth Lunga Lunga – Viwanda, along Lunga Lunga Rd near Mareba Company in Lunga Lunga Slum
146. St. Bakhita Primary – Viwanda, Industrial Area – opposite Express
147. Mukuru Primary – Viwanda, Industrial Area – Kayaba Village
148. Nairobi South Primary – Viwanda, South ‘B’ opposite Mariakani Cottage next to O.L.M. Primary School
149. Nile Road Special School – Buruburu, Maringo Estate along Nile Rd – on Jogoo Road
150. St. John’s Primary – Viwanda, along Jogoo Rd Maziwa Stage opposite Kobil Petrol Station off Kilima Mbogo Street
151. Bidii Primary – Buruburu, Buruburu Shopping Centre along Mumias Road
152. Kaloleni Primary – Viwanda, Kaloleni Estate
153. St. Patrick’s Primary School – Buruburu, Maringo Estate 200m east of Makadara D.Cs Office
154. Tana Day Nursery – Buruburu, Jericho – Lumumba
155. Njoro Close Day Nursery School – Buruburu, Jericho
156. Ofafa Day Nursery – Buruburu, Maringo
157. Kaloleni Day Nursery – Viwanda, Kaloleni Estate – Jogoo Road
158. Mbotela Day Nursery – Buruburu, Mbotela Estate – behind the hall, from Jogoo Road
159. St. Catherine’s Primary – Viwanda, on Dunga Road near Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
160. Canon Apolo Primary – Buruburu, on Dunga Road opposite Mater Hospital

Starehe District

Starehe includes Central and Juja Road zones, covering areas like Pumwani, Ngara, and Huruma.

161. River Bank Primary – Central, Gautama Ramesh Rd in Ngara off Murang’a Rd between Ngara Secondary and Murang’a Rd Primary
162. Pumwani Primary – Central, Pumwani near Muslim Primary & Pumwani Boys High
163. S.S.D. Primary – Central, City Centre
164. Murang’a Road Primary – Central, Murang’a Rd
165. Parklands Primary – Central, between Forest Rd & Kolobot Rd near Stima Plaza
166. Dr. Aggrey Primary – Central, General Waruinge
167. Mathari Primary – Central, Mathari Mental Hospital
168. Ndururuno Primary – Juja Road, Huruma Kiamaiko Ward
169. Ainsworth Street Primary – Juja Road, Eastleigh off Muratina Road
170. Arya Primary – Juja Road, Murang’a Rd off Taita Rd near Glory Palace Hotel Ngara
171. Kiboro Primary – Juja Road, along Juja Road
172. Ng’ethu Water Works – Juja Road, Ngethu Treatment Plant
173. Racecourse Primary – Juja Road, Pangani Estate – Athumani Road
174. Valley Bridge Primary – Juja Road, Kiamaiko next to Sunflower Academy along Outering Road
175. Salama Primary – Juja Road, behind Huruma Flats on Huruma Service Road
176. Muslim Primary – Juja Road, Pumwani Area
177. St. Teresa’s Girls Primary – Juja Road, along Juja Road opposite St. Teresa’s Church
178. Islamia Primary – Central, Pumwani Road opposite Kamukunji Police Station
179. St. Brigids Primary – Central, along Gen. Waruinge Rd next to Starehe Boys Centre
180. Pangani Primary – Juja Road, Kariokor – near Pumwani Boys Secondary School
181. Huruma Primary – Juja Road, Huruma Estate off Juja Road behind Huruma Flats
182. Moi Avenue Primary – Central, Town Centre – Moi Avenue
183. St. Peter Clavers Primary – Central, along Racecourse Road Nairobi
184. City Primary – Juja Road, Murang’a Road-Limuru Road Junction, Ngara
185. Parkroad Primary – Juja Road, Racecourse Road – 100m from Pangani Police Station
186. C.G.H.U. Primary – Central, Town Centre – Ronald Ngala Street and Vyoma Street
187. Juja Road Primary – Juja Road, Pangani – Hombe Road
188. Pumwani Primary School – Central, Pumwani
189. Central Day Nursery – Central, City Centre near Casino Clinic, Nduberi Lane
190. Parklands Day Nursery – Central, Parklands along Forest Road
191. Ngara East Day Nursery – Central, Parkroad between Ngara Health Clinic and Railway Quarters
192. Starehe Day Nursery – Juja Road, Kariokor Market to Gikomba Market – Kinyanjui Road
193. Ziwani Day Nursery – Ziwani, Ziwani Estate opposite Ziwani Ward Office
194. Daima Primary – Juja Road, near Kenya Assembly of God Church Huruma along Juja Road
195. Mathare Technical Special – Juja Road, along Juja Road after Eastleigh Second Avenue before reaching the water kiosk

Westlands District

Westlands includes Kilimani and Parklands zones, serving affluent areas like Lavington, Kileleshwa, and Kangemi.

196. Kabete Vet Lab Primary – Kilimani, Uthiru next to Kabete Police Station opposite St. Joseph ACK Church
197. Kihumbuini Primary – Kilimani, Kangemi
198. Nairobi Primary – Kilimani, Mamlaka off Nyerere Rd
199. Milimani Primary – Kilimani, Kilimani on Kirichwa Road
200. Lavington Primary School – Kilimani, Lavington Mugumo Road
201. State House Primary – Kilimani, Kilimani Area Arboretum Road
202. Kileleshwa Primary – Kilimani, along Mandera Rd next to Kileleshwa Police Station Gichuru Rd
203. Muthangari Primary – Kilimani, James Gichuru Rd Mbambane Rd Lavington
204. New Kihumbuini Primary – Kilimani, Kangemi Shopping Centre along Waiyaki Way
205. Kilimani Primary – Kilimani, Kilimani – Arkwing Khodek Road
206. Aga Khan Primary – Parklands, 5th Parklands along Limuru Rd opposite City Park Hawkers Market
207. Farasi Lane Primary – Parklands, along Lower Kabete Road
208. Visa Oshwal Primary – Nairobi – Parklands, Westlands Mpaka Road
209. Bohra Primary School – Parklands, Westlands Brookeside Drive
210. Kabete Rehabilitation School – Parklands, Lower Kabete Rd, 1km immediately after Lower Kabete Campus from town or 200m after K.I.A. from Nairobi towards Wangige
211. Hospital Hill Primary – Parklands, Parklands Road
212. Highridge Primary – Parklands, 4th Parklands Avenue opposite Diamond Plaza
213. Jacaranda Special School – Parklands, Kileleshwa – Kisii Rd off Siaya Rd off Othaya Rd next to Kenton College
214. North Highridge Primary – Parklands, 6th Parklands near KESI College
215. Muguga Green Primary – Parklands, Waiyaki Way
216. Westlands Primary – Parklands, Westlands – School Lane near Sarit Centre
217. Karura Forest Primary – Parklands, Karura Forest Head Offices – Kiambu Road
218. Cheleta Primary – Parklands, Runda Estate
219. Lower Kabete Primary – Parklands, Lower Kabete Rd next to K.I.A.
220. Kangemi Primary – Kilimani, Kangemi, Gichagi along Thiong’o Road
221. St. George’s Primary – Kilimani, Denis Pritt Road after State House
222. Loresho Primary – Parklands, Loresho Ridge – Kitsuru Ward
223. State House Day Nursery – Kilimani, State House Road next to State House Primary School
224. Kileleshwa Day Nursery – Kilimani, Kileleshwa Estate near Kileleshwa Police Station
225. Lady Northey Day Nursery – Kilimani, next to Milimani A.I.C. Church along State House Road

Why Choose Nairobi Public ECD and Primary Schools?

Nairobi’s public schools offer numerous advantages for parents seeking quality education at minimal cost:

• Affordability: Free primary education and low-cost ECD programs make these schools accessible to all.
• CBC Alignment: Schools implement the CBC, focusing on skills like critical thinking, digital literacy, and environmental awareness.
• Diverse Locations: From urban centres like Starehe to slums like Kibera, schools are strategically placed for accessibility.
• Special Needs Support: Institutions like Dagoretti Special School, Waithaka Special School, and Jacaranda Special School cater to learners with disabilities.
• Community Engagement: Schools often partner with NGOs and county initiatives to enhance facilities and resources.

Challenges and Opportunities

While Nairobi’s public schools provide critical educational access, they face challenges that the county is addressing:

• Overcrowding: Schools in densely populated areas like Dandora and Kibera often have high student-to-teacher ratios.
• Infrastructure: Some schools, particularly in slums, lack adequate classrooms or sanitation facilities.
• Teacher Training: Ongoing CBC training is needed to ensure teachers are equipped for modern teaching methods.

Opportunities:

• County Investments: Nairobi City County is upgrading facilities, with projects like new classrooms and digital learning tools.
• Partnerships: Collaborations with organizations like the Kenya Literature Bureau and UNICEF enhance resource availability.
• Community Support: Parent and community involvement strengthens school programs and infrastructure.

How to Enroll in Nairobi Public Schools

To enroll a child in a Nairobi public ECD or primary school:

1. Identify a School: Use the list above to find a school in your district or zone.
2. Visit the School: Contact the school administration for admission requirements, typically including a birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residence.
3. Complete Registration: Fill out the school’s admission form and pay any applicable ECD levies (primary education is free).
4. Prepare for CBC: Ensure your child has basic supplies, as some schools may require parents to provide stationery.
5. Contact County Education Office: For assistance, reach out to the Nairobi City County Education Department via their official website or local offices.

Future of Public Education in Nairobi

Nairobi City County is committed to enhancing its public education system through:

• Digital Learning: Expanding access to tablets and e-learning platforms under the CBC framework.
• Infrastructure Upgrades: Building new classrooms and sanitation facilities, especially in underserved areas.
• Teacher Development: Providing continuous professional development to align with CBC requirements.
• Inclusivity: Expanding special needs programs to ensure all children have access to quality education.

Nairobi’s public ECD and primary schools form the backbone of the county’s education system, offering free or low-cost education to thousands of children across Dagoretti, Embakasi, Kamukunji, Kasarani, Lang’ata, Makadara, Starehe, and Westlands. With 225 listed institutions, parents have diverse options to choose from, whether in urban estates like Buruburu or peri-urban areas like Ruai. These schools not only provide foundational learning through the CBC but also foster inclusivity through special needs programs and community engagement. For parents seeking accessible, quality education in 2025, this comprehensive list serves as a vital resource. For further details or enrollment guidance, contact the Nairobi City County Education Department or visit individual school administrations.