Name: Celcom Africa
Address: 1st Floor Arbor House, Aboretum road, Nairobi., Aboretum Rd, 0101, ken
Telephone: +254 701727272
Price range: 0.25
Rating: 4.9

Affordable, Reliable, and Fast Bulk SMS Solutions for Schools in Kenya and Beyond

At Celcom Africa, we empower schools to communicate seamlessly with parents, students, and staff through our cutting-edge bulk SMS for schools platform. With a 98% open rate and instant delivery, our school SMS solutions ensure your messages reach the right audience at the right time. Whether it’s sending fee reminders, exam alerts, or school updates, Celcom Africa is Kenya’s leading bulk SMS provider for schools, trusted by thousands of educational institutions for reliable, cost-effective communication.

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Why Choose Bulk SMS for Schools with Celcom Africa?

Affordable Pricing: From KES 0.25 per SMS – no hidden fees.
99% Delivery Rate: Instant delivery across Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom.
User‑Friendly Platform: Upload contacts, schedule messages, and track delivery easily.
Custom Sender IDs: Brand SMS with your school’s name for trust.
Real‑Time Analytics: Delivery reports and insights to optimize outreach.
Free SMS API Integration: Automate messaging with your school system.
CAK‑Compliant: Fully compliant with data protection and anti‑spam laws.
24/7 Support: Round‑the‑clock setup and planning assistance.

Key Features of Celcom Africa’s Bulk SMS for Schools

Fee Reminders & Exams

Automated fee balance alerts and instant exam notifications for parents and students.

Updates & Two‑Way SMS

Send events, holidays, or emergency closures and allow replies for inquiries and RSVPs.

Reports, Long SMS & Scheduling

Deliver report card updates, import Excel contacts, and schedule long messages with credits that never expire.

Free SMS API

Integrate with school systems to automate fee reminders, exam alerts, and updates.

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Developer Friendly

Branded Sender IDs

Send using your school name to build trust and increase engagement.

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Brand Power

Real‑time Analytics

Track deliveries, replies, and clicks in real time. Improve outcomes with data.

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Insightful

How Schools Benefit from Celcom Africa’s Bulk SMS Services

Instant Communication: Deliver urgent updates like closures or safety alerts in seconds.
High Engagement: 98% open rate ensures messages are read.
Cost‑Effective: Save on printing and postage for notices and newsletters.
Personalized Messaging: Address recipients by name for better engagement.
Time‑Saving Automation: Automate fee reminders and event notifications via API.
Improved Parent Engagement: Keep parents informed and involved.
Global Reach: Communicate with parents or students abroad effectively.

Need help? Our team can set up your first fee reminders, exam alerts, and integrations for you.

How to Get Started

Sign Up: Create a free account in under 60 seconds.
Verify Your Account: Unlock 50 free SMS units.
Upload Contacts: Import Excel lists or add recipients manually.
Compose Your Message: Keep it clear with a strong CTA.
Send or Schedule: Choose instant send or schedule for later.
Track Performance: Monitor delivery and engagement live.

Why Celcom Africa is Kenya’s #1 Bulk SMS Provider for Schools

Cheapest Rates: Starting at KES 0.25 per SMS.
Reliable Delivery: ~99% delivery with ~2‑second turnaround.
Developer‑Friendly APIs: Integrate with school systems and CRMs.
Branded SMS: Custom sender IDs for trust and recognition.
Trusted by Thousands: Schools across Kenya rely on us.
Data Security: Fully compliant with Kenya’s privacy laws.

“Celcom Africa has transformed how we communicate with parents. Their affordable pricing and reliable platform make sending fee reminders and event updates a breeze. The customer support is exceptional!” – Ronald Kemei, School Administrator

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Bulk SMS Pricing for Schools

Pay‑as‑You‑Go: Credits with no expiry.
Monthly Subscriptions: Bulk discounts for regular use.
Custom Sender ID: One‑off KES 6,500 per network.
Free SMS API Access: Integrate at no extra cost.

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Use Cases for Bulk SMS in Schools in Kenya

Fee Payment Reminders: “Dear [Parent Name], kindly settle [Student Name]’s fees of KES 10,000 by 30th. Reply HELP for assistance.”
Exam Alerts: “Dear students, your final exams start on 15th Nov. Check your portal for the timetable. Good luck!”
Event Invitations: “Join us for our Annual Sports Day on 20th Oct at 9 AM. Reply YES to confirm attendance.”
Emergency Notifications: “Due to heavy rains, school is closed today, 10th Nov. Stay safe!”
Parent‑Teacher Meeting Reminders: “Hi [Parent Name], our PTM is scheduled for 25th Oct at 2 PM. See you there!”

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Get Started with Celcom Africa’s Bulk SMS for Schools Today

From fee reminders to emergency alerts, our platform ensures instant, reliable, and affordable delivery.

Sign up and get 50 free SMS units to test.
Enable two‑way messaging and branded Sender IDs.
Integrate via our free REST API when needed.

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FAQs About Bulk SMS for Schools

With Celcom Africa, pricing starts at KES 0.25 per SMS, with bulk discounts for larger volumes. International messages may cost more.

Yes! Our platform supports personalized SMS, allowing you to address parents or students by name for better engagement.

Absolutely. We ensure all messages comply with CAK regulations, requiring explicit consent for promotional SMS.

Use our free SMS API to automate notifications from your CRM or school management software. We provide code samples in multiple languages.

Yes, our platform allows you to schedule messages for optimal timing, such as after school hours.

Get Started

Talk to our team or start a free trial to test fee reminders, exam alerts, and school updates.

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Free Strategy Session

Book a 30‑minute consultation with our school SMS experts. Get tailored advice for your goals.

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Customer Testimonials

See Why Clients Trust Our Bulk SMS Services

We have worked with Celcom for the last 6 years. I find their service affordable; they deliver within the promised timelines and with precision. I have particularly liked their customer experience which I can only describe as first class. They are also keen and professional. System availability is also impressive and reliable. I would recommend 100%.

Reuben Kimani

Username Investment

Celcom is the best SMS service provider I have to work with. It has supported our growth as SafeBoda through there fair prices, great delivery rate and above all the best and fast Customer Support. Great Job Celcom!!

Chebet Millicent

Safe Boda

Amazing company - your SMS rates, customer service and support are super good. Your systems are always super, rare or no downtimes. As a result, our business has enjoyed immense growth since we partnered with you. We are proud to do business with you. Keep up the good work. I recommend you to the world.

Joseph Gitonga

Username Investment

Celcom Bulk SMS is a very reliable and affordable solution well aligned to the current customer experience needs. I have worked with them on several client's projects and the feedback is always positive; happy with the customer experience feedback. The kicker solution in my view is the SMS integration with billing and collection system which has enhanced collection. HIGHLY recommend the services to any customer. Thank you, Celcom, and keep up the good work!

John Gakunyi

Acemil Consultant

Bulk SMS for Schools

Affordable, Reliable, and Fast Bulk SMS Solutions for Schools in Kenya and Beyond

Why Choose Bulk SMS for Schools with Celcom Africa?