We offer our Member Schools a forum for discussion geared towards advocacy, lobbying and sharing best practice so as to create a conducive environment for the business of education. We submit the policy resolutions developed and lobbies for outcomes that support the growth of the sector.
Through our various communications vehicles, direct access to policy experts, membership with KEPSA and strong relationships with like minded partners across the globe, KAIS members have access to a wealth of information on local and international legislation and business initiatives.
Other student enrichment events offered to Member Schools include Arts and Drama Festivals and competitions, Debate Competitions, Model United Nations Conferences, as well as a range of other student-focused events around the various subject areas.
We provide opportunities for our members to participate in continuing professional development (CPD) hosted throughout the academic year for a range of professional cadres. These take the form of peer-to-peer teacher insets, health practitioners insets, HR practioners’ insets etc. Our membership offers access to the KAIS Community Forum, which is a vibrant professional online community developed exclusively for KAIS Members.
We run a competitive sports league under the umbrella of the Kenya Association of International Schools Sports Association (KAISSO). The friendlies, leagues, tournaments and championships are held annually for various age groups. The games provide an opportunity to bring students from across Kenya together to promote the development of sports, teamwork skills as well as a greater understanding of and respect for peers from other cultures and countries. We also run a “Beyond KAISSO” program that explores further opportunities for students.
Through KAIS, members have had opportunities to negotiate collectively and therefore get better rates for various services such as the security communication services and air travel rates. We are looking to expand this service to include sourcing of educational materials, hence shared shipping charges, clearing and forwarding charges, thereby saving time and money due to collective bargaining power.
Other student enrichment events offered to Member Schools include Arts and Drama Festivals and competitions, Debate Competitions, Model United Nations Conferences, as well as a range of other student-focused events around the various subject areas.
The Child Protection Advocacy Network (CPAN) and associated Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) aims to create awareness, advocate for the rights for all children, support at-risk children and share best practices for Child Protection through education in Kenya. CPAN is dedicated to establishing and maintaining a network of professionals focused on child protection, utilizing local expertise and community resources.
Through CPAN, KAIS members share child protection current best practices, resources and most importantly collaborate and consult with a Multi Disciplinary (MDT) team compose Kenyan and Expats who are child protection specialists and volunteer their time for us.