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Islamic International school in parklands-Nairobi
Welcome to Baitul Hikma International School, a beacon of excellence in education located in the vibrant Parklands neighborhood of Nairobi, Kenya. At Baitul Hikma, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our school is founded on the principles of Islamic values, academic excellence, and holistic development. We believe in nurturing the whole child, fostering a love for learning, and instilling values of integrity, compassion, and respect in our students.
Academic Excellence:
At Baitul Hikma, we offer a rigorous academic curriculum that is designed to challenge and inspire our students. Our curriculum is aligned with international standards and incorporates innovative teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles. From the early years through to high school, we provide a comprehensive education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in a rapidly changing world.
Islamic Values:
Central to our educational philosophy is the integration of Islamic values and teachings into every aspect of school life. Through daily prayers, Islamic studies classes, and community service initiatives, we strive to nurture strong moral character, spiritual growth, and a deep understanding of Islamic principles among our students.
Holistic Development:
We believe that education extends beyond the classroom walls. That’s why we offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, clubs, and programs to enrich the lives of our students. From sports and arts to leadership and community service, there is something for everyone at Baitul Hikma. Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to providing personalized support and guidance to help each student discover their passions, develop their talents, and reach their full potential.
Facilities:
Our state-of-the-art campus provides a safe and conducive learning environment for students to thrive. With modern classrooms, well-equipped science labs, a library stocked with a diverse collection of books, and spacious outdoor recreational areas, we offer facilities that inspire curiosity, creativity, and exploration.
Community:
At Baitul Hikma, we are more than just a school; we are a close-knit community of students, parents, teachers, and staff who share a common vision and sense of purpose. We believe in fostering strong partnerships with parents and actively involving them in their child’s education journey.
Join Us:
Whether you’re a prospective student, parent, or educator, we invite you to join us at Baitul Hikma International School and experience the difference of a truly holistic education. Together, let’s inspire minds, nurture hearts, and shape futures. Welcome to Baitul Hikma, where excellence knows no bounds.
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Offering Islamic Integrated British Curriculum
Extra Curriculum
We have a wide range of extra-curricular clubs that run throughout each term, encouraging our children to explore a variety of different skills and hobbies. All clubs are vetted at the beginning of the academic year by the Head Teacher who ensures all supervisors receive clear outlines regarding safety, supervision and procedures. All clubs are asked to report back to the parents at the end of the term regarding progress and achievements. A timetable will be shared at the beginning of each term allowing parents to sign up to selected clubs, there is also a free trial week where children are able to give clubs a go to see whether they like it. Nursery 1 children do not participate in clubs due to their age and some clubs are only offered to the older classes.
Our pupils are engaged in different activities such as Swimming, Football, Taekwondo, Horse riding.
Taekwondo
Taekwondo encourages self-discipline as the children develop their skills and collect different coloured belts. Our highly skilled coach delivers sessions that are both fun and focused to help the children develop key skills.
Football Club
The pupils have a great time developing their ball skills in this club and it is always a firm favourite. Trained football coaches provide fun games that not only enhance the children’s skills but also develop an awareness of rules, team work and technique.
Horse Riding
This is a favourite of the younger ones. This happens every week and children look forward to the horses coming to school for that great ride.
Madrasa Classes Islamic studies
Are you searching for a faith-based school that offers Madrasa classes and a comprehensive Islamic studies curriculum? Look no further than Baitul Hikma. Our Islamic studies program is meticulously structured into four progressive phases, covering theology, exegesis, Prophetic traditions, jurisprudence, history, and the Arabic language. Specific subjects like Fiqh, Tawheed, Hadeeth, Seerah, Dua, and Sunnah are taught gradually to ensure a deep understanding. Our approach balances academic excellence with spiritual growth, nurturing well-rounded individuals. For more details, visit our website https://www.baitulhikma.sc.ke/
Modern languages
The school offers French, Spanish and German languages. This is well thought out department that ensures that children are not limited to the choices of universities they can make for their university education.
Digital learning
All our classes are equipped with projectors and All in one OLED screens for ease of displaying information and learning contents to the learners in class. This, ensures there is adequate interactions in the classrooms and a chance for each child to have a go at explaining through touch for others to see.
Other classes are equipped with Smartboards where large audience is expected.
We have introduced Buy your own device(BYOD) policy where every child is expected at enrolment to be given a tablet for the Prep school pupils, and laptops for secondary students. This ensures that education defies the boundaries and timings of the school. Virtual learning can therefore go on without any deterrence.
Cambridge IGSCE Curriculum
We offer a full Cambridge International Assessment Examination(CIAE) syllabus.
Our classes run from Early years or the Pre-prep school, to Senior school for ages,18months to 18 years.
Early Years
Our School we provide a rich and stimulating learning environment in a caring and secure setting. Our warm, family-style atmosphere is further enriched by the culturally diverse community we encompass. This brings many wonderful aspects to the classroom, such as strong foundations of appreciation of one another.
Nurturing children’s creative thinking skills through play-based learning builds their self-confidence and encourages them to become inquisitive, independent and self-motivated learners who love school. The benefits of being an inquisitive, interested person cannot be underestimated and we encourage a strong sense of curiosity in all our children.
The lower Common Entrance(CE) is done in Year 6 or Junior Secondary) examination is done at Year 6 and the upper CE is done at Year 9. All these are fully examined by CIAE, UK. The IGCSE is done at Year 11 at age 14. This is in preparation for the AS and A level education.
After IGCSE, students take their AS and A level GCE examination in preparation for the university.