At Rophine International School we provide children, aged between 3 and 5 years, with quality education, based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).  The EYFS lays the foundations for when children begin formal education.

At this tender age, children learn through a combination of teacher-pupil-initiated activities and, of course, through play.

There is an emphasis on learning through active play, with children encouraged to build on their individual needs and interests.  We provide the children in our care with a safe, secure, and happy environment where they can play and develop their natural skills of enquiry, creativity, and critical thinking, thus laying the foundation for success in their future education.

We maximize our wonderful playgrounds which act as an extension of the classroom to expand the range of activities your child may access on a daily basis.

The Early Years Foundation Stage has 7 pillars of learning and development:

• Personal, Social and Emotional Development
• Communication and Language
• Physical Development
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Understanding the World
• Expressive Arts and Design

We recognise your child’s needs and are committed to meeting these and ensure that your child’s time with us is safe and happy.

At our school, we understand that you, as a parent, are your child’s first educator and we value the partnership we have in ensuring your child gets the most from their learning experiences.  We aim to foster happy children.  Please come and visit us, to see for yourself.

In Key Stage One the children not only develop their Literacy and Numeracy skills but also have a broad curriculum that includes Art, Geography, History, Science, Music, Kenyan Culture, and Physical Education. Physical development is important at this age and our children take part in a variety of team games.
Children learn in a variety of ways and in Key Stage One, we ensure that lessons are in line with contemporary thinking of how children learn. This learning is celebrated in many different ways in their bright and colorful classrooms through displays and samples of work.
Teachers plan and collaborate to make natural and interesting links for the students. This includes organizing trips to local museums and places of interest connected to their learning.
Reading homework is encouraged when the teachers deem that a child is ready and then daily practice is encouraged at home. In Year 2 the children additionally receive a small amount of Literacy and Numeracy homework.
As part of our curriculum, children in KS1 (Year 1 & 2) take part in our World Languages curriculum of Swahili and French.

Key stage 2 consists of Year 3-Year 6

The range of subjects covered in Key Stage Two includes

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Music
• Geography
• History
• Art
• World languages – French.
• Physical Education

The use of technology is embedded across all our learning and in some years discrete computer coding lessons take place.

We also provide children with lessons in Kenyan Culture. This is a weekly session that encourages respect and understanding of the culture and traditions of our host country.

Our learning environment is bright and welcoming. Teachers and children take pride in their classrooms, proudly displaying the children’s learning.

Children have the opportunity to learn a range of musical instruments through our music club and take part in a wide range of Co-Curricular Activities.

Physical Education is important at this age. Our children go swimming, take part in gymnastics as well as a variety of team games, including the opportunity to participate in Education Sports Tournaments.

All year groups take part in residential camps at the end of the academic year that range from two to three nights away depending on the age group. These are great opportunities for the children to explore different surroundings, develop their independence, try new skills and spend time strengthening relationships with their peers.

Key stage 3 consists of Year 7-Year 9

The range of subjects covered in Key Stage Three includes

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Music
• Geography
• History
• Art
• World languages – French.
• Physical Education

The use of technology is embedded across all our learning and in some years discrete computer coding lessons take place.

We also provide children with lessons in Kenyan Culture. This is a weekly session that encourages respect and understanding of the culture and traditions of our host country.

Our learning environment is bright and welcoming. Teachers and children take pride in their classrooms, proudly displaying the children’s learning.

Children have the opportunity to learn a range of musical instruments through our music club and take part in a wide range of Co-Curricular Activities.

Physical Education is important at this age. Our children go swimming, take part in gymnastics as well as a variety of team games, including the opportunity to participate in Education Sports Tournaments.

All year groups take part in residential camps at the end of the academic year that range from two to three nights away depending on the age group. These are great opportunities for the children to explore different surroundings, develop their independence, try new skills and spend time strengthening relationships with their peers.