NCBA Bets on Future-Ready Schools with Tailored Financing and Digital Solutions

NCBA has strengthened its support for Kenya’s education sector through a bundled financial proposition designed to help private schools grow, modernize and improve operational efficiency.

The proposition brings together financing, transaction banking, digital collections, insurance, investment and banking solutions into a single integrated offering tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions.

The Bank showcased the proposition during its Private Schools Directors Engagement Forum held in Nyeri County under the theme “Future-Ready Schools: Embracing Sustainability and Innovation,” bringing together school owners, directors and other education stakeholders to discuss sustainable growth and the evolving needs of private schools.

According to the Kenya Private Schools Association (KPSA), the private education sector has grown into a significant pillar of Kenya’s education system, with over 10,400 registered private primary schools serving more than 2.1 million learners and over 1,600 private secondary schools serving more than 277,000 students nationwide. KPSA, which has representation across all 47 counties, continues to advocate for the interests of thousands of private learning institutions across the country. As enrolment continues to grow and schools invest in modern learning environments, there is increasing demand for financing solutions that support infrastructure expansion, school transport acquisition, digital learning technologies, renewable energy adoption and other sustainability-focused investments necessary to remain competitive and deliver quality education.

Speaking during the forum, NCBA Director, Network Business and Distribution, Jane Ng’ang’a, noted that schools today require more than traditional banking services as they navigate increasing demands for infrastructure development, technology adoption, operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. “At NCBA our purpose of Banking on Belief, Empowering Ambition drives us to partner with learning institutions by providing innovative financial solutions that enable them to invest in their growth, strengthen resilience and create lasting impact for future generations.”

“Schools today are operating in a rapidly evolving environment that requires continuous investment in infrastructure, technology, transport and operational efficiency. At NCBA, we understand these realities and have developed a comprehensive value proposition designed specifically to support schools at every stage of their growth journey, “reiterated Jane Ng’ang’a.

Speaking on behalf of private school leaders attending the forum, ‎Dionisio Ndegwa the Private School Ass. Coordinator Nyeri County welcomed the initiative and underscored the importance of tailored financial solutions for the sector.

“Private schools today are balancing the need to invest in infrastructure, technology and quality learning environments while managing operational costs and changing market demands. Access to a financial partner that understands these challenges and can provide tailored solutions is critical to helping institutions remain sustainable and competitive.

What makes this approach particularly valuable is that it goes beyond financing. Schools require support across collections, payments, infrastructure development, transport acquisition, insurance, and long-term financial planning. Having access to these solutions through one trusted partner creates greater efficiency and allows school leaders to focus on delivering quality education,” said Ndegwa.

Recognizing these evolving needs, NCBA has developed an integrated suite of solutions that support schools across their entire operational lifecycle.

Through its financing solutions, NCBA supports schools with working capital facilities, infrastructure development financing, asset finance and leasing solutions that enable institutions to invest in classrooms, laboratories, libraries, dormitories, school transport and other critical assets while preserving cash flow.

To enhance operational efficiency, schools can access dedicated collection accounts, digital fee collection platforms, NCBA Till, Connect Plus and Edutech solutions that simplify administration, improve financial management and provide greater transparency in school operations.

The Bank also offers insurance solutions that help schools protect their facilities, vehicles, equipment and operations against risks, ensuring business continuity and long-term resilience.

Beyond operational support, NCBA provides savings, investment and wealth management solutions that help institutions preserve and grow surplus funds while planning for future expansion. The Bank’s offering further extends to teachers and non-teaching staff through access to banking, credit and financial wellness solutions.

“Our objective is to empower schools with integrated financial solutions that support growth, modernization and operational efficiency. By bringing together financing, digital tools, insurance and investment solutions under one ecosystem, we are enabling school leaders to focus on their core mission of delivering quality education,” added Ng’ang’a.

The engagement forms part of NCBA’s broader strategy to deepen support for the education sector and reinforce its position as the preferred financial partner for schools and other SME institutions across the country.

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