OpenApply Workshop
The Admissions Experience
November 15 - 16 
Nairobi, Kenya
International School of Kenya,
Kinanda Road Nairobi, Nairobi County Kenya
The OpenApply Admissions Workshop 2025
We’re excited to welcome you to our first OpenApply event in Africa, hosted at the International School of Kenya on November 15-16, 2025.
Join us for 1.5 days of practical, hands-on sessions focused on real-world challenges and opportunities in international school admissions — from first inquiry to enrollment and beyond.
You will uncover strategies to:
- Boost enrollment with data-driven admissions
- Strengthen your school’s brand to attract and convert more inquiries
- Build a thriving alumni network to support long-term, sustainable growth
Explore Our 2025 Theme: The Admissions Experience
Discover what makes modern admissions effective, through three powerful lenses:
Data-Driven Admissions
School-Wide Collaboration
Innovation in Marketing
Sessions & Takeaways
- Interactive workshops offering hands-on, scenario-based learning
- Data-focused discussions tackling real-world admissions challenges
- Peer-led sessions with case studies and success stories from other schools
- Networking opportunities to build lasting connections with fellow educators
The registration fee includes food and beverages during the conference. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.
Please contact events@faria.org if you have any questions or require assistance.
Who Should Join?
Admissions & Enrollment Professionals
Marketing & Communications Professionals
Advancement, Tech/IT & Senior Leadership
Agenda
OpenApply works with over 700 of the world's leading international and independent schools, streamlining every stage of the admissions journey, from inquiry to enrollment and beyond. Empower staff with human-centered technology, from powerful workflow automation to AI-driven insights and seamless communication tools.
Unify your admissions, marketing, finance, advancement, and IT teams through one beautifully intuitive platform designed to engage right-fit families, fuel sustainable growth, and foster meaningful connections with students, parents, and alumni for years to come.
What Past Participants Have Said
Ni Kadek Ayu Kristiandayanti
Bali Island School
"The conference was an incredible experience! I was captivated by every session, which were both informative and inspiring."
Roswitha Kruijsse
International School of The Hague
"Two days spent in the presence of professionals and inspiring people, where I realized again why I love my job."
Melissa Davison
ELC International School
"This is the best conference I’ve ever attended in my career. The people in the room were results focused and action oriented. It was a safe space to learn from each other and develop best practices in a non-competitive setting."
Event Location
The workshop will take place at International School of Kenya.
Kinanda Road Nairobi, Nairobi County Kenya
Recommendation
- Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection by Hilton (~8 min drive)
- Trademark Hotel (~12 min drive)
- Novotel Nairobi Westlands (~12 min drive)
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands (~15 min drive)
- Park Inn By Radisson Nairobi Westlands (~15 min drive)
Explore the Faria Suite
Frequently Asked Questions
General
For each day you attend you will receive a digital certificate that has your name, the event, hours and date.
Yes. Materials and resources will be shared virtually and you will want to be able to access your curriculum on Atlas, ManageBac, or other places.
We will provide continental breakfast, lunch and snacks throughout the day. We will do our best to accommodate any food allergies that were shared in the pre-event survey or shared directly to Erica at events@faria.org.
Although we welcome anyone to join, we always recommend bringing a thought partner to our workshops if possible. You will have time to collaborate with other educators throughout the sessions, but we also provide for teams. Prior participants are always thankful when they attend with colleagues.
Cancellation must be received 21 days prior to the event for a full refund or credit minus a $50.00 processing fee. No refunds will be given after that date. Attendee substitutions can take place up to 48 hours prior to the event without penalty when it is an exact workshop substitution.
Schedule a Demo or Training
Cannot attend the Conference? Connect remotely to explore how ManageBac+ can support your school.