Welcome Message
Dear Prospective Families,
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Welcome to Princeton Preparatory Schools! We are grateful you have taken the time to learn more about our community and all that makes our school unique.
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If you have found your way to our website, you are a seeker. Many of our families come from diverse backgrounds, some transitioning from homeschooling, some seeking a smaller and more personal learning environment, and others desiring a thoughtful, globally minded education for their children. What they share is a desire for something more intentional, more connected, and more meaningful. Here, children are truly known, not just as students, but as individuals with unique strengths, needs, and purpose. In our warm, Montessori environment, curiosity, independence, and respect are cultivated each day.
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At the heart of our school is a deep commitment to Christ-centered education. There is great joy in being part of a small Christian community where God is recognized in every aspect of learning and daily life. In this close-knit environment, parents and educators partner together, approaching instruction, discipline, and relationships from a biblical perspective while nurturing each child’s academic, spiritual, and social growth.
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Our small size allows us to build meaningful relationships with both students and families, creating a strong sense of connection and trust. Learning is active, purposeful, and grounded in faith, equipping children to become confident, lifelong learners.
We invite you to explore, visit, and envision your family here.
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Welcome home!
To Great Beginnings,
Princeton Prep Guides and Staff
Our
Story
Princeton Preparatory Schools was founded in 2015 by our founder, Faith Wangunyu. With a background in International Affairs, she began her career within a diplomatic embassy, gaining early exposure to international relations and global policy. She later transitioned into humanitarian work with Inspiritus, formerly Lutheran Services of Georgia, where she supported refugee families adjusting to life in the United States.
It was through this work that she discovered a deep passion for guiding and nurturing children. Recognizing that her calling extended beyond diplomacy, Faith chose to pursue a path in humanitarian service, where she could make a more direct and meaningful impact. Through this journey, she ultimately found her purpose in education.
Guided by her faith, she later pursued Montessori education and established Princeton Preparatory Schools as a Christ-centered environment dedicated to cultivating the whole child. Today, she continues to advocate for disadvantaged and underserved communities. In 2021, the school expanded internationally with the opening of a second campus in Nairobi.
Our
Governance
Princeton Preparatory Schools is supported by a dedicated Board of Governors that provides strategic guidance and supports the school’s mission and long-term vision of providing a Christ-centered education rooted in the Montessori philosophy.
The Board serves in an advisory capacity and works in partnership with school leadership to ensure continued growth, excellence, and alignment with our core values.
The Head of School leads the academic vision and programs of the school, ensuring the integrity and excellence of the Montessori and Christian educational experience.
The School Administrators oversee the day to day operations, ensuring that the school runs smoothly and effectively.
Our Mission
Our school is a racially diverse, coeducational independent school serving children from preschool through third grade, located along UN Avenue in Gigiri, Nairobi. The Princeton Preparatory Schools community nurtures students to thrive by inspiring joyful learning, encouraging intellectual leadership, fostering empathy, and cultivating a desire to make a positive impact in the world.
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To fulfill this mission, Princeton Preparatory Schools:
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Partners with parents in the education of their children.
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Integrates the Montessori method with Christian principles and values.
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Provides meaningful opportunities for students to learn and grow through service to others.
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Teaches Christian values that encourage students to positively influence society and the world around them.
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Cultivates a spirit of service, guiding students to love and serve others.
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Prepares graduates who are distinguished by their intellect, leadership, and moral character.
Statement of Faith
We have developed this statement of faith to explain our position so that those who partner with us to educate a child can do so with clarity and peace of mind.
Princeton Preparatory Schools is committed to biblical Christian education and to the literal, grammatical, historical interpretation of the Word of God, love and peace on which the following statement of faith is based:
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1) To love God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit
2) To love others
3) To serve others
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Mark 12:30-31
Jesus answered him,
“And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ this is the first commandment. And the second, like it, is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.”
Best kept secret in preschools/lower elementary! So blessed to have found and entrusted our 4 year old granddaughter to this loving, inspiring and well equipped school. Top notch environment, excellent materials and most importantly, helpful caring and highly qualified administration and teachers. We love Princeton Prep!
Susan Coleman Dickerson
My son started Princeton when he was 3 and he just turned 4. We initially toured over 5 schools but after our tour here we knew this was the school for us. The atmosphere was inviting, and the children very calm. We are amazed at how much he has developed and his teacher has been the best. We plan to keep our son in the elementary program.
Hannah Bradley
The teachers care about the students and go above and beyond! My son's teacher Mrs. Melissa, is so sweet and patient and truly has so much knowledge about Montessori. She truly resembles what a Montessori teacher should be like. I am extremely happy to have found this school and blessed that my son has the opportunity to attend.
Vanessa Cardenas