Gareth Parker-Jones Named Founding Master of Wellington College International Kenya

TATU CITY, Kenya, Oct. 2, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Gareth Parker-Jones, a renowned British educator, has been named as the Founding Master of Wellington College International Kenya, a new co-educational boarding and day school set to open in September 2028. He will also serve as Head of Education for Rendeavour, the company developing the school in partnership with Wellington College.

Parker-Jones, who has a strong background in boarding education, will lead the establishment of the school, which is part of the Wellington College Education family in Africa. The network includes another school, Wellington College International Lagos, and spans the UK, China, Thailand, India, Indonesia, and the United States. The new school will cater to pupils aged 3 to 18, attracting families from the local, regional, and global communities.

Located in Tatu City, one of Africa's leading new cities, Wellington College International Kenya will be situated within 5,000 acres of lush parks, offering a unique educational environment. The school will provide both day and boarding options, ensuring that the boarding experience is delivered to the same high standards as other schools in the Wellington College Education family.

James Dahl, the 15th Master of Wellington College, expressed his excitement about Parker-Jones's appointment.

Parker-Jones's appointment signals the scale of ambition for Wellington College International Kenya.

With its commitment to excellence and its strategic location, Wellington College International Kenya is poised to set a new benchmark for educational excellence in East Africa. The school aims to seamlessly combine Wellington's global educational heritage with a strong local identity, serving families across the region for generations.