Updated October 2026
Celebrating your child's birthday with their class at Machakos Academy in Machakos town? Norie's Cake Atelier, a boutique bakery in Machakos, makes school birthday packages that pair a small cake for the birthday song with a cupcake for every classmate, from KES 3,700. This page explains how to choose a package for a class at a school like Machakos Academy, what to check first, and how delivery to Machakos town works.
Please note: Norie's Cake Atelier is an independent bakery and is not affiliated with, approved by or a supplier to Machakos Academy. Parents should always check the school's own rules on food brought in for birthdays before ordering.
About Machakos Academy
According to its own website, Machakos Academy is a Christian school in Machakos town with pre-primary, primary and junior school sections. We mention this only so parents can choose the right package for their child's age group; we have no information on the school's class sizes or birthday policy.
How class birthdays usually work
In many Kenyan schools and kindergartens, a class birthday is a short celebration: the class sings, the birthday child blows out a candle (if allowed) and each pupil gets a treat. Teachers often prefer individual portions such as cupcakes, because cutting and plating a cake in a classroom is hard. Some schools set a day of the week for birthdays, limit sugary food or ask for no candles. These rules vary by school, so ask your child's teacher at Machakos Academy directly.
Choosing for primary classes
For older pupils, full-size classic cupcakes (KES 150 each) are the usual choice. If you also want to thank the teacher and assistants, the Class + Teachers package adds signature cupcakes and fudge brownies for staff.
How many to order per class size
Ask the teacher for the exact number of pupils and staff, then add two or three spares. As a guide:
- Up to about 12 little ones: Daycare Mini.
- About 20 pupils: Class Starter (24 cupcakes).
- About 30 to 40 pupils: Full Class (36 cupcakes); add a box of 6 or 12 classic cupcakes if the class is bigger.
- Class plus staff: Class + Teachers.
Packages and prices
| Package | What's included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Daycare Mini | 1kg Classic cake + 12 mini cupcakes | KES 3,700 |
| Class Starter (about 20 kids) | 1kg Classic cake + 24 classic cupcakes | KES 5,800 |
| Full Class (about 30-40 kids) | 2kg Classic cake + 36 classic cupcakes | KES 9,800 |
| Class + Teachers | Full Class + 6 signature cupcakes + 6 fudge brownies for staff | KES 11,800 |
Prices are confirmed on WhatsApp. Each package is priced at the sum of its menu items, rounded up to the nearest KES 100. Order at least 3 days ahead; a 50% M-Pesa deposit to 0711 536 504 confirms the date; delivery is quoted separately. See all school birthday packages or order a package.
Nut-free and allergy notes
Many schools, including kindergartens, are careful about nuts and other allergens. Our cakes and pastries contain gluten, eggs and dairy and may contain nuts; we cannot guarantee nut-free or allergen-free products. If Machakos Academy or your child's class has a nut-free rule or a pupil with an allergy, tell us before you order and check with the teacher whether our products are suitable. Choosing plain classic flavours such as vanilla or lemon avoids nut-based toppings, but it does not remove the risk of trace nuts.
Delivery to Machakos town
Machakos town is home base for us, so delivery here is the simplest: KES 300 to 500 within town, or free pickup at Machakos Celebration Centre. Many parents collect on the way to the school run. See also cakes in Machakos town.
Keeping the cake in good shape
- Carry the box flat on the floor of the car or on a level seat, never on a lap or by the sides.
- Keep it out of direct sun; buttercream softens quickly on a hot dashboard.
- If the event is many hours away, refrigerate the cake and take it out about 30 minutes before serving.
- Name one person to receive the cake and check it on arrival.
Timing
Order at least 3 days ahead. End-of-term weeks and early-birthday celebrations before the holidays get busy, so book early. A 50% M-Pesa deposit to 0711 536 504 confirms the date; the balance is due before pickup or delivery.
How to order
- Build your cake on the order page: flavour, size, add-ons, date, and pickup or delivery. It shows your total and 50% deposit as you go.
- Tap to send the summary to Norie on WhatsApp (0711 536 504), adding any design photos.
- We confirm the design, the date and any delivery fee.
- Pay the 50% deposit by M-Pesa to 0711 536 504 to secure your date.
- Pay the balance before pickup or delivery.
More detail: how to order a custom cake.
See also: school birthday cake package guide, cupcakes for school birthdays and birthday cakes for daycare.
Norie's Cake Atelier is independent and not affiliated with Machakos Academy. School names are used only to describe location; parents should check the school's own rules.
Frequently asked questions
Does Norie's supply Machakos Academy?
No. Norie's Cake Atelier is an independent bakery and is not affiliated with Machakos Academy. Parents order directly from us for their own child's class celebration.
Which package suits a class at Machakos Academy?
Ask the teacher for the class size. Daycare Mini suits up to about 12 little ones, Class Starter about 20 pupils and Full Class about 30 to 40.
Are the cupcakes nut-free?
We cannot guarantee nut-free. Our products contain gluten, eggs and dairy and may contain nuts. Check the school's rules and tell us about allergies.
Do you deliver to Machakos town?
Yes, delivery to Machakos town is quoted on WhatsApp; most parents take delivery at home and bring the package to school.
How early should I order?
At least 3 days ahead, with a 50% M-Pesa deposit to 0711 536 504.
Ready to order?