Supporting the ISK Experience
A positive school experience extends beyond the classroom. ISK offers a range of services and resources designed to support students and families throughout the school day, including transportation, dining, and library services. Together, these essential supports contribute to a safe, connected, and enriching learning environment for all members of our community.
Canteen & Food Services
At the International School of Kenya, we believe that a healthy body supports a healthy mind. Our Food Services team is committed to providing nutritious, balanced meals that reflect the diversity of our community while supporting student wellbeing and energy throughout the school day.
Our program offers a wide variety of continental and culturally diverse meal options designed to meet the needs of our international community. All meals are halal and nut-free, with clear allergen management practices to ensure safety and inclusivity for all students.
To support smooth service across campus, students access lunch through multiple serving stations in a counter-service model. We also operate a prepaid meal system, with options for semester or annual registration. Families are asked to top up accounts in advance, as no credit-based meals are provided.
Beyond the main cafeteria, students enjoy access to open-air rooftop dining spaces, helping create a relaxed and well-organized lunch experience across grade levels.
For our wider community, we also offer:
- A High School snack bar and coffee shop
- Valentine’s Café, a welcoming space for parents and visitors
Students with registered allergies are carefully supported in coordination with the Health Office, ensuring individual dietary needs are safely and consistently met.
Together, our food services create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive dining experience—where every meal supports wellbeing and community connection.
Traveling Safely: ISK Bus Service
The ISK Bus Service is a trusted and widely used transport option for students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, serving more than 30 routes across Nairobi and surrounding areas. It provides families with a safe, reliable, and convenient daily commute, ensuring students can travel to and from school with confidence.
Safety is at the heart of the service. Our buses operate using a real-time transportation management system that enables precise route tracking and efficient coordination. Families benefit from clear and timely communication, with mobile alerts or email notifications shared promptly in the event of traffic delays or service disruptions.
Equally important is the human connection that supports every journey. Each bus is staffed by a trained and certified driver and a dedicated bus monitor. Bus monitors typically remain consistent on the same route, building familiarity with students and helping to create a calm, reassuring, and supportive daily experience.
Beyond logistics and technology, the strength of the ISK Bus Service lies in the relationships formed on each route. These trusted adults know the students in their care and contribute to a sense of belonging and safety that extends beyond the classroom. Together, structured routes, real-time communication, and consistent, caring adult presence ensure that every student’s journey to and from school is safe, supported, and well cared for.
ISK Library: Inspiring a Love of Reading
The ISK Library is an active and welcoming space designed for 21st-century learning and used by the entire ISK community. While housed under one roof in the heart of the school, the ISK Library contains separate Elementary and Secondary spaces designed for dynamic group learning and independent study. Its collection includes over 30,000 books, digital resources, and magazine subscriptions, providing students with a wide selection of materials supporting academic and recreational reading, including learning differences and informational needs. The ISK Library's mission is to inspire students to be lifelong independent, creative, responsible, and effective readers, users, and creators of ideas and information to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing and multicultural world.
