The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa

The Aga Khan Academies is an international network of schools that educates future homegrown leaders regardless of socioeconomic background. The Academies aim to improve teaching quality in the regions where they operate. Their academic program focuses on developing critical thinking and analytical skills with an emphasis on multicultural understanding and awareness. The curriculum follows the International Baccalaureate framework while incorporating Aga Khan Curricular Strands. The Academies' educational philosophy emphasizes developing ethical, public-minded students with a pluralistic outlook who will become future leaders in their home countries. Residential life at the Academies complements academic learning through various activities and leadership opportunities. The network includes campuses in Dhaka (Bangladesh), Hyderabad (India), Maputo (Mozambique), and Mombasa (Kenya). The Academies are part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), which has been involved in education in developing countries for over a century. The organization has established partnerships with governments and educational institutions worldwide, including the International Baccalaureate Organization, University of British Columbia, UCLA, and various government education departments.