St. Anne’s Muthale Girls School is a prestigious national girls’ secondary school located in Kitui County, Kenya. Known for its academic excellence and strong religious foundation, the school has a rich history and has grown significantly in both size and academic performance since its establishment in 1970.
History of Muthale Girls High School
St. Anne’s Muthale Girls High School was established in 1970 by Fr. Sean Doggett and the Catholic Franciscan Sisters of Kitui Diocese. Initially, the school was a single-stream Harambee mixed school. The first principal was Fr. Sean Doggett, who led the school until 1974.
In 1985, the boys were phased out, making it a girls-only boarding school, thus focusing entirely on providing quality education to young girls.
The school was impacted by the nationwide shift to the 8-4-4 education system in 1989, and the ‘A’ level stream was phased out. Since then, admissions were based on performance in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examination. In 2023, the KCPE was replaced by the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) framework.
In 1997, the school became double-streamed and was later elevated to national status in 2011, with the first national class being admitted in 2012. Over the years, the school has expanded its facilities and improved its academic performance, with a current student enrollment of over 1,500 students.
KCSE Performance
Muthale Girls High School has consistently excelled in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. In the 2023 KCSE, the school presented 318 candidates, out of which 301 students attained the minimum university entry grade of C+ or above, resulting in an impressive pass rate of 94.65%.
- Top performers:
- 8 students scored Grade A (plain).
- 39 students scored A-.
- 82 students attained B+.
- 91 students earned B.
- 91 students scored B-.
- 27 students achieved C+.
- 12 students scored C.
- 5 students obtained C-.
The school recorded a mean score of 8.389, maintaining a strong performance overall and ensuring a high transition rate to university for its candidates.
School Fees
According to the 2020 Ministry of Education guidelines, national schools in Kenya were categorized into four clusters. Muthale Girls High School falls under Cluster One (I), with an official annual fee cap of approximately Ksh 75,798 per student.
However, the actual fees may vary depending on additional levies approved by the school’s Board of Management (BoM). These additional charges may cover costs such as:
- School uniforms
- Co-curricular activities
- Motivational programs
- Infrastructure development projects
These adjustments are made in line with government policies and MoE regulations.
Location and Contacts
St. Anne’s Muthale Girls High School is located in Kitui County, within the Tulia area.
For any inquiries or concerns, you can contact the school administration using the following details:
- Mobile Numbers:
- 0726331829
- 0722611506
- Email Address: [email protected]
- Postal Address:
- P.O. Box 20-90203, TULIA
- Official Website: muthalegirls.sc.ke
- KNEC Code: 13300005
Conclusion
St. Anne’s Muthale Girls High School stands as a leading institution in Kitui County, known for its academic excellence, strong Christian foundation, and commitment to holistic education. With its continued growth, the school remains dedicated to producing students who excel both academically and in co-curricular activities, ensuring they are well-prepared for future success.
