Kabare Girls High School is a prominent national secondary school for girls located in Kirinyaga County, Kenya. This public institution has a rich history that dates back to the early Anglican missionary efforts in the region. Originally established by the Church Missionary Society (CMS) in 1910, the school traces its roots to St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Kabare, and is part of a larger educational complex that includes multiple historic institutions.
The school holds a significant place in Kenya’s educational landscape, with a focus on holistic education and social justice, values instilled by the late Archbishop David Gitari, an influential figure in the Anglican Church of Kenya. Alongside Baricho Boys’ High School, Kabare Girls is one of the two national schools in Kirinyaga County, a status it earned due to its excellent academic achievements and substantial infrastructure development.
Kabare Girls High School Performance
Kabare Girls High School has consistently been ranked among the top schools in Kenya. As of the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams, the school presented 387 candidates, with more than 90% achieving the minimum grade for university entry, qualifying for government sponsorship. The school was ranked among the top 100 schools nationally, with outstanding results, including 7 students attaining an A grade, 40 students earning A-, and 75 achieving B+.
In total, Kabare Girls registered 82 students with a B grade, 92 students with a B-, and other students achieving grades ranging from C+ to D+. The school’s overall mean score for the 2024 KCSE exams was 8.615, reflecting its strong academic reputation, although this was a slight dip from the 8.7645 mean score in 2023.
Kabare Girls High School Fees
Kabare Girls High School is categorized under Cluster IV national schools in Kenya, as per the Ministry of Education’s guidelines. The official annual fee ceiling for this category is approximately Ksh75,798 per student. This fee may vary slightly depending on additional charges for school uniforms, co-curricular activities, and school development programs. These costs are subject to the approval of the school’s Board of Management in compliance with the Ministry’s policies.
Location and Contacts
Kabare Girls High School is located in Gichugu Sub-County, Kirinyaga County. It is easily accessible for students and parents in the region. The school encourages communication with its administration for any queries, complaints, or feedback.
Contacts:
- Mobile: 020 2025443 / 0720043574
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 69-10300 Kerugoya
- Email: [email protected]
- Official Website: kabaregirls.sc.ke
KNEC Code: 09200011
