ADMISSIONS
Admission to Serare School are ongoing for all classes. Start your child’s journey at Serare where faith, character, and excellence grow together. Important information to take note of:
1. A child joining Rabbit (Age 3) should be turning 3 years old by the March of the year of admission. This holds true for the subsequent classes.
2. For Kindergarten, in Term 3 of each academic year, we don’t admit a child who is needs to be placed in Elephant (Age 4) and Giraffe (Age 5) class.
3. It is possible to transfer from an international educational system to the local Kenyan system.
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Admission Process
How do I apply for admission?
At Serare School, we make the admission process simple and supportive.
- Parents or guardians interested in enrolling a child should contact the school to schedule a student interview and assessment. A non-refundable assessment fee is required.
- On the scheduled day, the parent/guardian will present the required documents. I.e. copy of birth certificate and immunization card for Rabbit (Age 3) applicants; or copy of birth certificate and the most recent previous school report form for Elephant (Age 4) to Grade 9, after which the student completes a grade-appropriate assessment while parents tour the school and meet the staff.
- After the assessment is reviewed, the outcome is relayed to the parent/guardian.
- Once successful admission documents are shared, and should be returned before the child reports to school to start learning.
Welcome to Serare School: We look forward to welcoming your child into the Serare School family, where we nurture academic excellence, character, and holistic development.
What are the age requirements for each class?
Rabbit (3 years), Elephant (4 years), Giraffe (5 years), Grade 1 onwards follow standard age progression per Kenyan curriculum guidelines. Note that the child needs to have attained the prescribed age by March of the year they intend to join.
Is there an admission deadline?
Admissions are ongoing throughout the year, subject to available slots. Early application is recommended. We however do not admit new students in our Elephant (Age 4) and Giraffe (Age 5) classes in Term 3.
Class Hours & School Calendar Events
When does the school year start?
The academic year follows the Kenyan school calendar, typically starting in January for Term 1. Event dates during the term are shared at the beginning of the year.
Are there breaks during the school year?
Yes, including mid-term breaks, Easter, August, and December holidays. Exact dates are published in the school calendar.
What are the school hours?
Kindergarten: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Primary & Junior School: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
How are parents notified about school events?
Through emails, parent meetings, class representatives, newsletters, WhatsApp groups, and our school calendar app (can be downloaded from the Google Play store).
Can parents participate in school activities?
Absolutely. We encourage parental involvement through events, volunteering, and class-level chat forums.
Motivation & Student Support
How does Serare School support student motivation?
We focus on holistic development through recognition programs, academic awards, co-curricular achievements, mentorship, and regular feedback to students and parents.
What is the merit system at Serare School?
Our Motivation and Support Team has established a merit system to reward students for good behavior, positive attitudes, and adherence to school rules. This system encourages students to uphold discipline, responsibility, and respect while reinforcing positive behavior throughout the school.
Are there counseling services for students?
Yes, Serare School offers guidance and counseling to support academic, social, and emotional development.
We also have a school counsellor who is consulted with the parent’s permission.
How do teachers engage students in learning?
Our teachers use interactive methods, digital tools, co-curricular activities, and practical exercises to make learning meaningful and engaging.
Clubs, Co-Curricular & Extracurricular Activities
What Co & Extracurricular activities are available?
Serare School offers a wide range of activities to develop skills, teamwork, and confidence. These include sports such as soccer, basketball, tennis, swimming, skating, and taekwondo, as well as music, ballet, coding, robotics, Kenya Sign Language and French.
What clubs can students join?
Students can participate in various school clubs, including the Homemakers Club, Young Farmers Club, Science and Technology Club, Chess Club, Music & Dance Club, and Art Club. These clubs provide opportunities for creativity, leadership, practical skills, and collaboration.
Are students required to participate in extracurriculars?
Participation is encouraged to develop skills, teamwork, and confidence, though parents can select activities based on interest.
Are competitions held with other schools?
Yes, students participate in inter-school sports, music, and academic competitions to build confidence, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Facilities & Environment
What facilities does Serare School provide?
Safe and modern classrooms, swimming pool, computer lab, a library, science lab, playground and fields and sports courts.
Is the school environment safe?
Yes, Serare School maintains high safety standards with trained security personnel, safe transport, health and hygiene protocols and supervision at all times.
Are meals provided at school?
Yes, our kitchen staff prepare nutritious meals for students at an extra cost. Students who take school meals will have their morning tea with a snack and lunch meal catered for. If your child has a medical dietary issue, they could be accommodated. A letter from their doctor indicating what they cannot consume should be sent to the Main Office, so that the amendments to their meal is done, if possible.