Boarding School

Your child lives on campus during term time in a safe, caring environment designed for learning, growth, and success. Everything they need is here—from comfortable dormitories to excellent teaching to round-the-clock care.

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A Home Away From Home

What if your child could live somewhere that feels like home but is designed entirely for their success? That’s boarding at Kerugoya Municipality School—where round-the-clock care, structured routines, and constant academic support turn potential into achievement, day after day, term after term.

How Boarding Works

Term Time Living

  • Students live at school Monday to Friday (and weekends during term)
  • Go home during mid-term breaks and end-of-term holidays
  • All meals, accommodation, and supervision included

Who It’s For

  • Families living far from Kerugoya
  • Parents who travel frequently for work
  • Students in upper primary and junior secondary preparing for secondary school
  • Children who thrive in structured, supervised environments

Comfortable Dormitories

  • Clean, spacious rooms with proper ventilation
  • Small cubicles (not overcrowded)—each child has personal space
  • Comfortable beds with quality mattresses and bedding
  • Secure lockers for clothes and personal items
  • Well-maintained bathrooms and showers
  • Regular cleaning and inspections

24/7 Care & Supervision

  • Resident Matron living on campus full-time
  • Full-time Nurse in our modern, equipped clinic
  • Caretakers ensuring dormitories stay clean and safe
  • Teachers housed on campus for evening support and emergencies
  • Security personnel monitoring the school 24/7

Delicious, Nutritious Meals

  • Three full meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Morning and afternoon snacks
  • Fresh farm produce, fruits, eggs, chapati, and balanced proteins
  • Meals prepared with care by trained kitchen staff
  • Special dietary needs accommodated
  • Clean, modern dining hall

Daily Routine That Builds Character

Structured days, meaningful growth

Enrollment Information

Boarding Available For

Age-appropriate boarding options

Upper Primary

Grades 4-6 (9-12 years)

Junior Secondary

Grades 7-9 (12-15 years)

Note: Younger children (Play Group through Grade 3) typically do better as day students, but exceptions can be discussed with the School Manager.

Admissions Open

Schedule your visit today

Holiday Admissions

We accept applications during these holiday periods:

April August November December

Visit Schedule

We welcome visits for tours, interviews, and dormitory viewing:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Ready to Give Your Child the Best Start?

Best Private Primary & Junior School in Kirinyaga County

Safety & Health Come First

Medical Care & Safety

Comprehensive health and emergency services

Modern clinic with full-time qualified nurse
First aid and minor illness treatment on-site
Smoke detectors in all dormitories
Fire extinguishers strategically placed
Regular fire drills and evacuation practice
Trained Fire Marshal Club (students and staff)
Medicine administered as prescribed

Security & Protection

Round-the-clock campus safety measures

24/7 security personnel on duty
Controlled access to campus
Visitors must sign in and be authorized
Regular patrols of dormitories and grounds
Well-lit campus at night
Immediate parent contact for serious issues
Clear emergency procedures everyone knows
Visit us, tour the dormitories, meet the matron and teachers, and see why parents trust us with their children's growth and education.