Strathmore School, located in Nairobi, holds the distinction of being Kenya’s first multi-racial school. Established in 1961 as Strathmore College of Arts and Sciences, it initially offered British-style A-level courses. In 1963, it switched from the Cambridge School Certificate Examination to the London GCE, marking a pivotal moment in its academic evolution.
In 1977, Strathmore transitioned into a full secondary school, admitting its first O-level Form One class. The school gradually expanded from offering Forms One through Four between 1977 and 1980. By 1987, Strathmore School introduced its primary section, enrolling 45 Standard One pupils, further growing into a full primary and secondary school. Boarding facilities were phased out over time to maintain a day-school status.
The school has produced many prominent alumni across various sectors, including politics, religion, arts, and finance, such as the late Michael Kijana Wamalwa (former Vice President of Kenya), Willy Mutunga (former Chief Justice), George Magoha (former Education Minister), and Christopher Kirubi (billionaire businessman).
Strathmore School KCSE Performance
Strathmore School has maintained a stellar academic record, offering both the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). The school is phasing out KCSE, with its full retirement scheduled for 2027, and the first Grade 12 CBC graduates expected in 2028.
In the 2024 KCSE, Strathmore posted a remarkable mean score of 10.087, a slight improvement from 10.080 in 2023. Notable subject performances included:
- Computer Studies: 12.00
- French: 11.29
- Kiswahili: 10.74
- English: 10.52
- Mathematics: 10.51
- Biology: 10.33
The school also had 20 students scoring an A plain, underlining its consistent academic excellence.
School Fees
While Strathmore School does not publicly disclose its full fee structure, it is known that new applicants are required to pay a non-refundable admission fee of at least Ksh 2,000. The school also runs a bursary program, with approximately 15% of students receiving financial aid. Detailed information about fees, bursaries, and the application process can be obtained directly from the principal’s office.
Location and Contacts
Strathmore School is located in Lavington, Nairobi County. For inquiries, complaints, or additional information, you can reach the school through the following contacts:
- Mobile phone/telephone number: +254 722 221 221
- Postal address: P.O. Box 25095-00603 Lavington, Nairobi, Kenya
- Email address: [email protected]
- Website: www.strathmore.ac.ke
- Strathmore School KNEC code: 20406020
