Nembu Girls High School is a public girls’ boarding secondary school located in Waithaka, Dagoretti Sub‑County in Nairobi County.
The school is approximately 20 kilometres from Nairobi’s Central Business District, along Kikuyu Road, and operates as an Extra‑County C2 Senior School under the Competency‑Based Education framework.
Historical background and Academics
Nembu Girls High School was established in 1982 as a mixed day Harambee school created through a community initiative in Dagoretti.
The project emerged in response to a shortage of secondary school places in the locality, where learners struggled to secure slots in neighbouring institutions such as Lenana, Mutuini, Dagoretti, and Precious Blood.
The community’s goal was to provide a local secondary school to accommodate students unable to find placement elsewhere.
Following its establishment, the school underwent structural changes that converted it from a mixed-day setup into a girls’ boarding school.
As education reforms evolved nationally, Nembu Girls adapted to Kenya’s transition toward the Competency‑Based Curriculum and was reclassified as a Senior School offering Grades 10, 11, and 12 under the Competency‑Based Education (CBE) framework.
The school provides approved subject combinations across several pathways, including:
- STEM Pathway
Covers science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines, designed for learners pursuing scientific and technical competencies aligned with national curriculum standards. - Social Sciences Pathway
Includes humanities and business studies, providing academic grounding for learners interested in social studies, economic studies, and civic‑oriented disciplines. - Arts and Sports Pathway
Supports performing arts, visual art,s and physical education, offering skills-based progression in creative and athletic fields.
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Nembu Girls High School — KCSE 2024 Grade Distribution
| Grade | Number of Students |
| A‑ | 5 |
| B+ | 21 |
| B | 49 |
| B‑ | 37 |
| C+ | 28 |
| C | 10 |
| C‑ | 3 |
| D+ | 1 |
| D | 0 |
| D‑ | 0 |
| E | 0 |
Co‑Curricular Activities
Nembu Girls High School maintains an active co‑curricular programme aligned with national talent development frameworks and school‑based enrichment activities.
Students from the school participate in the Kenya National Music Festivals, where they train in choral verse performance under designated instructors.
The institution integrates music, sports, clubs, and practical skill‑based engagements that complement the academic structure.
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The school has previously emerged as Central Regional champions, qualifying for national‑level events such as the 2024 festivals held in Eldoret.
The school participates in Ministry‑supervised sports events under the national co‑curricular calendar, including athletics, cross‑country, hockey, basketball, rugby, handball, swimming, and other secondary school competitions.
These events are held annually across designated host regions as part of the Ministry of Education’s secondary schools sports framework
Preparation includes structured rehearsals led by trainers attached to the institution.
The school also hosts several clubs that support practical competency development.
The Red Cross Club operates under trained patrons and provides basic first aid training, emergency response during school sports events and mentorship programmes in neighbouring primary schools.
The club engages learners in community service and safety preparedness.
Nembu Girls further incorporates talent development into the CBC/CBE environment by encouraging participation in areas such as music, home science, computer studies, and related skill‑based subjects that strengthen practical competencies.
The school’s most recent academic record is the KCSE 2024 examination, where 154 candidates sat for the national assessment.
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