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Academics at Koa Academy Kenya

Our Academic Offering

We are registered with the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) – a globally respected examinations body. Our academics follow the rigorous standards of the IEB and are delivered in small Pods of just 8 students with supportive teachers. Combined with a learning approach purpose-built for online, we equip students with both academic excellence and future-ready skills for university and beyond.

Why Koa’s Academics Work for Kenyan Families

Internationally Recognised

An IEB-registered education trusted for its rigorous academic standards.

Built for online

Structured Pods, high engagement, and interactive lessons.
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Real support

Dedicated, caring teachers who guide and check in every step of the way.

Discover how Koa Academy Kenya delivers engaging, supportive learning at every stage:

Academics in

Grades 4 - 9

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Academics in

Grades 10 - 12

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"What I love about Koa Academy is precisely that they have NOT done a direct bricks and mortar to online translation. This is NOT school as you've always known it, just online. As an ex-schoolteacher myself, I can see they have genuinely re-thought every aspect of education (not just school) and tried to find the most effective ways to truly educate children as a whole person, with the knowledge and the skills they will need for the future."
Leigh Jansen
Parent, Koa Academy South Africa

Academics

Koa provides every student with an individualised timetable that balances structure with flexibility. Some parts of the day are scheduled — like Pod Connect sessions and live Masterclasses — ensuring accountability, routine, and regular teacher support. The rest of the timetable allows students to work through content at their own pace, giving families room to shape the day around their child’s strengths, interests, and home rhythms.

This “structured flexibility” means students get the best of both worlds: the consistency of scheduled classes and the freedom to manage independent learning in a way that works for them.

View our curriculum pages for more details.

We are big believers that assessments should be age-appropriate. In grades 4-9 we work on the principles of ‘mastery based learning’. Assessments are ongoing with automatic feedback, and the learner progresses as they master each part of a subject. In grades 10-12 we follow the IEB assessment patterns in preparation for final Grade 12 exams.

All assessments up to the final Grade 12 exams are written online. We use online proctoring so you do not need an in-person invigilator. The final Grade 12 exams are written at a physical IEB-approved exam centre closest to you.

Yes. Parents meet with Pod Teachers at scheduled bi-termly meetings, and additional meetings can be arranged as needed. We know how important open communication is, so our teachers are intentional about staying accessible and responsive.
Yes. We publish official school reports every term, four times a year. However, you won’t need to wait for months until you know how your child is progressing. Every student has their own live Dashboard, visible to them, their teachers and parents. These give a live daily snapshot of work progress, attendance, goals, subject marks, task submission, badges, and more! Teachers monitor these Dashboards every single day, and we encourage students and parents to do the same.
Yes. Students at Koa Academy can return to a traditional physical school if circumstances change. We’ll provide updated reports and confirmation of enrolment letters to support the transition.
Yes! You are welcome to have someone assisting your child in person. This could be a parent, a caregiver or someone you hire as an additional tutor. Let your Pod Teacher know because our Pod Teachers love to team together with external academic support people.

The IEB Curriculum

The IEB’s National Senior Certificate is considered comparable to Cambridge Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level. With past IEB students admitted to, and excelling at, elite global universities. The National Senior Certificate is recognised by all South African universities and over 300 universities and colleges globally.

Yes. Right up until grade 10, a Koa student would be able to transition across to a range of curricula, including Cambridge (IGCSE and A Levels), The International Baccalaureate (IB), the Kenyan National Curriculum (CBC) and more. That’s because Koa’s programme in grades 4-9 is designed with international content and assessment standards in mind. Students from Koa can also seamlessly transfer back into traditional physical school models if the need arises.

About Faure

Faure is the Head of Merchandising, Promotions, & Catalogue at Takealot. He is responsible for onsite marketing, product merchandising, and promotional campaigns, ensuring customers have a seamless and engaging shopping experience. He has been at Takealot for over six years, helping bring e-commerce to millions of South Africans.

Before that, he worked at a tech start-up developing proof-of-concept grocery shopping and payment apps and began his career as an investment analyst, gaining a strong foundation in business understanding and financial modelling.

About Sandras

Sandras is the founder and CEO of Pranary. With his expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and tech education, he helps business leaders unlock new potential with AI. He is building a pan-African institute for practical tech and business education.

With global experience across 50+ countries, he has worked with entrepreneurs, led gender-lens investing initiatives, and lectured at top universities. Sandras has also shared stages with tech leaders, including Facebook and Asana co-founder Dustin Moskovitz and YouTube co-founder Steve Chen.

About Sasha

Sasha Knott, an EY winning woman, is the Global CEO of Crystal AI and the CEO of Job Crystal. A visionary in the recruitment space, she is revolutionising hiring by integrating AI and technology to make recruitment faster, smarter and more effective. She co-founded Job Crystal to help businesses find top talent efficiently and led the development of Crystal AI, an AI-driven recruiter transforming the hiring landscape.

About Majozi

Majozi, Koa’s Head of Arts and Culture, is an award-winning South African musician. He rose to prominence in 2013 when he released his first EP, ‘Marvelous Light’. The track went to number 9 on the South African iTunes chart and resulted in him being signed with Universal Music South Africa. He has worked with internationally acclaimed artists such as The Lumineers and Mango Groove.