Tenwek Boys High School is a prominent national boys’ secondary school situated in Bomet County, Kenya. Established in 1945 by World Gospel missionaries as an intermediate school, it became a secondary school in 1961 under the sponsorship of the African Gospel Church (AGC). Over the years, the school has grown significantly in size and reputation, and it now hosts over 1,700 male students.
Tenwek Boys was initially a primary school before evolving into a secondary institution. The school’s first principal, E. Gilger, led the school from its inception until 1968. Among its notable alumni are former Cabinet Minister Kipkalya Kones, State House Deputy Chief of Staff Josphat Nanok, and the late Samwel Cheruiyot Langat, a former Director of the Kenya Literature Bureau.
The school’s rise to national school status came as a result of its steady academic performance and infrastructural development. With over 450 new students admitted annually based on merit and individual choice, Tenwek Boys has continued to maintain its position as one of Kenya’s top secondary schools.
Tenwek Boys High School Performance
Tenwek Boys High School has maintained an impressive track record in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams over the years. In the 2024 KCSE, the school presented 536 candidates, with over 91% of them achieving the minimum university entry grade required for full government sponsorship.
The top performers in 2024 included one student who attained the prestigious grade of A (plain), 34 students who earned A-, and 81 students who scored B+. The school also had 146 students achieve a B grade, while 133 earned a B-. Other grades included 93 students with a C+ and 37 with a C, with a few students scoring C-.
The overall mean score for the 2024 KCSE was 8.411, which is a slight decline from the 9.3 mean score achieved by the school in the 2023 KCSE. This solid performance continues to cement Tenwek Boys’ status as one of the leading schools in Kenya.
Tenwek Boys High School Fees
As per the Ministry of Education’s guidelines, Tenwek Boys High School is categorized under Cluster Two (II) of national schools. The official fee ceiling for Cluster II schools is set at approximately Ksh75,798 per student per year. However, the actual fees may vary slightly due to additional charges imposed by the school for items such as school uniforms, co-curricular activities, and motivation programs.
These fees are subject to the approval of the Board of Management in accordance with the Ministry’s regulations.
Location and Contacts
Tenwek Boys High School is located in Tenwek, Bomet County, offering a serene learning environment. For any inquiries, complaints, or feedback, you can reach the school’s administration through the following contact details:
- Mobile/Telephone: 0724079346
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 49-20400, Bomet
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: tenwekhighschool.com
KNEC Code: 25500023
