Rosslyn Academy has been a cornerstone of international Christian education for over 75 years, fostering a vibrant and close-knit learning community. We’re proud to represent some of the very best international schools from around the world.
History and Foundations
The school was founded as Mara Hills Academy by the Eastern Mennonite Mission in northern Tanganyika in the 1940s, as a one-room school for the children of Mennonite missionaries. The school remained a boarding school into the 1970s when the Foreign Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention (now the International Mission Board) invested in the school to provide an American education for the children of its missionaries residing in the Nairobi area. This was also a critical financial move in the history of the school as it saved it from financial insolvency.
The school remained strictly a K-9 school until the late 1980s. Most of the students transferred to the Rift Valley Academy upon entering tenth grade. However, the school gradually added a high school program and graduated its first senior class in 1991.
Location and Campus
Rosslyn Academy is located in Nairobi, Kenya, in the diplomatic district of Gigiri, just minutes from the United Nations complex and major international embassies. "Physical Address Off Limuru Road Off Unep Avenue Past Unep. It is located in the northwestern suburbs of Nairobi, in Gigiri, on a 40-acre campus close to the United States Embassy and the United Nations Headquarters for Africa.
Rosslyn Academy is set on a spacious 40-acre campus in Nairobi’s scenic Gigiri suburb, providing an inspiring and well-equipped environment for both students and staff. The campus features state-of-the-art classrooms, science and computer labs, and extensive fine arts facilities, including music and drama spaces. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular spaces, from a well-stocked library to collaborative learning hubs, supporting an engaging and dynamic academic experience.
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Academics and Curriculum
Rosslyn Academy follows an American curriculum, offering a well-rounded educational experience that includes one of Africa’s largest and most successful Advanced Placement (AP) programs. Today, the school offers a wide-ranging liberal arts program, including courses in the social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, literature, world languages, and the arts. Rosslyn offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in High School.
In 2020 well over 100 students took at least one AP exam. Of that number, 89% scored at least a “3”. Due to other credit requirements, the majority of students will begin taking AP classes as 10th or 11th grade students. Over 95% of Rosslyn Students attend post-secondary education.
Teachers at Rosslyn are typically required to be North American certified, but come from a number of different nationalities, with the majority being North American. Teachers at Rosslyn Academy benefit from Nairobi’s rich cultural and professional opportunities, including access to world-class museums, performing arts venues, and international dining experiences.
| Program | Description |
|---|---|
| American Curriculum | Provides a well-rounded educational experience. |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | One of Africa’s largest and most successful programs. |
| Liberal Arts | Offers courses in social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, literature, world languages, and the arts. |
The school is also now known for its strong fine arts and sports programs. The Rosslyn Eagles consistently place among the top of their leagues in both men's and women's varsity and junior varsity sports. The inter-schools athletic program includes men's and women's football (soccer), basketball, volleyball, field hockey, rugby, tennis, water polo and swimming.
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Mission and Values
At Rosslyn Academy, the mission is to inspire and equip students to develop their God-given gifts for Christ-like service. Rooted in Christian values, the school nurtures intellectual curiosity, integrity, and a heart for service. The Rosslyn community embraces diversity and strives to cultivate a culture of respect, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
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