The Nairobi School of Coffee — Powered by Kenya Coffee School
The Nairobi School of Coffee, an initiative by Kenya Coffee School, is redefining coffee education and entrepreneurship in the heart of Kenya’s capital. Built on Kenya Coffee School’s mission to professionalize the coffee value chain and empower youth through practical skills, the Nairobi School of Coffee stands as a new frontier for training, innovation, and coffee excellence.
A Center of Excellence for the Next Generation of Coffee Leaders
Kenya is globally celebrated for its exceptional coffee, yet the knowledge and skills behind that quality have often been concentrated at the farm level or limited to export markets. The Nairobi School of Coffee bridges this gap by creating a vibrant urban hub where young people, baristas, entrepreneurs, and coffee lovers come together to learn, experiment, and innovate around coffee culture.
From seed to cup, the Nairobi School of Coffee provides hands-on training that meets international standards — blending technical barista skills, sensory education, and coffee business management. Students learn everything from specialty brewing and latte art to coffee tourism, sustainability, and digital entrepreneurship, preparing them not just for jobs, but for leadership in Kenya’s fast-growing coffee economy.
Training, Innovation, and Social Impact
As part of Kenya Coffee School’s wider vision, the Nairobi School of Coffee integrates youth empowerment, environmental responsibility, and innovation. Through programs like Barista Mtaani and GOOD Trade Certification, the school helps young people turn passion into profession — offering pathways into employment, self-employment, and export-ready startups.
The institution also collaborates with cafes, roasters, and hospitality brands across Nairobi and beyond, ensuring that graduates transition smoothly into industry placements or business incubation opportunities. With specialized short courses, mentorship, and competitions, the Nairobi School of Coffee fosters creativity, excellence, and inclusion in every cup.
Building a Coffee Culture for Kenya and the World
Beyond training, the school serves as a hub for Nairobi’s evolving specialty coffee scene — hosting public cuppings, exhibitions, barista championships, and community events. Visitors can experience the entire coffee journey — from tasting Kenyan microlots to learning how to brew like a professional barista.
By situating coffee education in the heart of Nairobi, Kenya Coffee School is nurturing a new wave of urban coffee professionals, youth innovators, and sustainable entrepreneurs who are not only transforming Kenya’s local coffee culture but also redefining its position on the global stage.
About Kenya Coffee School
Founded to build skills, innovation, and sustainability across the coffee value chain, Kenya Coffee School offers specialized training in barista craft, roasting, cupping, and coffee entrepreneurship. Through its flagship programs — including Barista Mtaani, GOOD Trade Certification, and the Nairobi School of Coffee — the institution empowers young people to lead the future of Africa’s coffee industry.