Life at Hillcrest
Boarding houses, day classes, sport, music, trips and the everyday rhythm of a school that is very much a community — captured across the Kanunga Campus.
Scenes from the campus
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A home away from home
For primary learners aged 11 and older, Hillcrest offers a full-term boarding facility that serves as a comfortable and welcoming home away from home — catering to both boys and girls.
Boarders follow a settled daily rhythm: early prep, classes, games, evening study and lights out, all under the supervision of resident staff. Day learners follow the same academic timetable and join the same clubs and games.
Boarding
Separate, supervised houses for boys and girls with matrons on site.
Day School
Clear drop-off and pick-up windows so parents always know the routine.
Transport, access & safety
Getting to school should never be the hardest part of a school day.
Safe Transport
Arranged school transport on planned routes across Kiambu and Kiambaa.
- Named drivers and fixed routes
- Agreed pick-up and drop-off points
- Termly route review with parents
Wheelchair Accessible
Step-free entry points and accessible routes around the Kanunga Campus.
- Accessible main entry points
- Ground-floor classroom options
- Inclusive admissions policy
On-Campus Safety
A controlled gate, supervised break times and staff who know every family.
- Controlled entry and sign-in
- First-aid trained staff on duty
- Clear emergency procedures
From first bell to lights out
| Time | Day School | Boarding School |
|---|---|---|
| 07:00 – 07:30 | Arrival & morning prep | Bath, breakfast & tidy-up |
| 07:30 – 08:00 | Assembly & devotion | Assembly & devotion |
| 08:00 – 12:20 | Morning lessons | Morning lessons |
| 12:20 – 14:00 | Lunch & rest | Lunch, games & rest |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | Afternoon lessons | Afternoon lessons |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Games, clubs & departure | Games, clubs & tea |
| 17:30 – 19:30 | — | Supervised evening prep |
| 19:30 – 20:30 | — | Supper, devotions & lights out |
Boarding at Hillcrest is meant to feel like a home away from home — supervised, warm, and structured enough that children learn to look after themselves.
Walk the campus on a normal day
We would rather show you an ordinary Tuesday than a staged open day. Come during term time, see the classrooms in use and speak to the boarding staff.