Brookhurst International Schools Excel at 2026 World Scholars Cup Nairobi Round

Brookhurst International Schools delivered an outstanding performance at the World Scholars Cup Nairobi Light Round held on February 22, securing its fifth championship title and further cementing its reputation as a leading academic institution in global competitions.

The school emerged as one of the top performers in the prestigious competition, which brings together students from different countries to compete in debate, collaborative writing, and quiz-based challenges focused on global issues. Brookhurst scholars collectively won 33 trophies along with numerous gold and silver medals across the junior and senior divisions.

From the Kiserian campus, Brookhurst secured second place in the junior division and first place in the senior division. The Lavington campus also delivered impressive results, emerging first in the Senior Scholar’s Bowl, fourth overall in the senior division, and placing among the top ten in the junior division.

The victory marks a remarkable milestone for the school, which has maintained the top position in the senior division for five consecutive years since 2021. The scholars excelled across all competition categories including debate, collaborative writing, the Scholar’s Challenge, and the Scholar’s Bowl.

Among the standout performers were Darvin Nato, a Year 7 student, and Denzyl Siele, a Year 10 student from the Kiserian campus, who were ranked among the top scholars in their respective divisions. Their efforts played a key role in helping their teams secure second place in the junior division and first place in the senior division.

Denzyl described the experience as unforgettable.

“Representing Brookhurst was an amazing experience. I have participated in World Scholars before, but nothing quite compared to seeing my name ranked among the top scholars and realizing that our team, Team 630, had won the Nairobi Round 2026. Preparing for the competition wasn’t easy, but it was worth it. I’m grateful for the support from my parents and teachers and look forward to the Global Round in Malaysia and later the Tournament of Champions at Yale,” he said.

Darvin, who was among the top performers in the junior division, highlighted the importance of teamwork and determination.

“At Brookhurst International Schools we are always encouraged to aim high. This experience showed me that teamwork, confidence and hard work can take you far. Next time we’re aiming even higher as we prepare for the next round in Malaysia,” he said.

Teachers at the school also expressed pride in the scholars’ achievements.

Mildred Wambui, a teacher from the Lavington campus, said the victory was a moment of great pride after months of preparation.

“Hearing our school announced among the top winners after months of training and sacrifice was truly unforgettable. The extra training sessions, debate practice and writing challenges really paid off. Our slogan was teamwork, and that spirit clearly reflected in our results,” she said.

She added that the school is already preparing for the Global Round with even greater focus and determination.

Sandra Soti, a Year 10 student from the Lavington campus, also celebrated her team’s performance after finishing among the top ten overall.

“This was my second time participating in World Scholars. Last year I learned the game, and this year I was ready to play it. I’m excited to see what we can achieve next at the global stage in Malaysia,” she said.

The teams from Brookhurst have now qualified for the World Scholars Cup Global Round to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in June. Successful participants will then advance to the prestigious Tournament of Champions at Yale University in the United States later in the year.

Brookhurst International Schools have consistently performed strongly in global competitions. In 2025, one of its scholars, Hope Wanjiku, advanced to the Tournament of Champions at Yale University where she competed with top students from around the world and ranked among the top thirty gold medalists globally.

Haju Yun, a Year 9 student from the Lavington campus, encouraged more students to participate in future competitions.

“World Scholars Cup is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn new ideas and build confidence. It opens doors to global experiences,” she said.

Dennis Nyaoro, a teacher at the Kiserian campus, emphasized that the competition provides students with opportunities beyond the traditional curriculum.

“World Scholars Cup allows learners to explore global issues through debate, writing and teamwork. It helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while interacting with peers from around the world,” he said.

With another impressive performance at the Nairobi Round, Brookhurst International Schools continue to strengthen their reputation as a centre of academic excellence and global competitiveness.