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St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School

Catholic, Founded 1992

Updated July 2026

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St. Lucie Kiriri Girls’ Secondary School is a private, international, fully boarding Catholic girls' school located in the outskirts of Nairobi. It offers both the 8-4-4 and British (IGCSE) curricula to students from year 9 through year 13.

Term structure

Three terms

Programme tracks

8-4-4

Kenyan National Curriculum stream

British Curriculum

IGCSE and A-Level stream

Teaching approach

Founded on Christian principles, the school operates as a family unit guided by God's love, aiming to provide a conducive and serene environment for character formation and the empowerment of the girl child. It emphasizes hard work, discipline, and humility, with the goal of producing responsible, confident, and holistic role models who are prepared for future societal responsibilities. The school's motto is "Elimu ni Uhai."

Programmes

The school offers two primary academic pathways: the 8-4-4 system and the British curriculum (IGCSE for years 9–11, and A-Level for years 12–13). The curriculum is broad, providing opportunities for students to study subjects such as Computer Studies, Home Science, French, and Art & Design. Academic affairs are managed through departments including Science & Mathematics, Applied Sciences, Languages, and Social Sciences.

Outcomes

With a tradition spanning over 30 years, the school reports that over 50% of its candidates sitting for final KCSE and CIE examinations gain entry into local or international universities. Alumni are noted to be serving in various capacities across both the public and private sectors in Kenya.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
Dedicated department

Learning support

The school maintains a full-time, resident school counselor available to provide pastoral and counseling support to students. Additionally, a resident nurse is on call 24/7 to attend to student health matters.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School offer?
St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School offers IGCSE.
How much is tuition at St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School?
Annual tuition at St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School is KShs 304.5k–KShs 663.8k. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
Is St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School co-educational?
St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School is a girls school.
Where is St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School located?
St Lucie Kiriri Girls Secondary School is an international school in Nairobi, Kenya.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2024
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
8-4-48-4-4KShs 304.5k
IGCSE Year 7-11British CurriculumKShs 366k
A-Level Y12 & Y13British CurriculumKShs 663.8k
Other fees(15)
Other fees
Application fee· Applies to all programmesKShs 2k
Registration fee· For 8-4-4 and IGCSEKShs 4.5k
Registration fee· For A-LevelKShs 6k
Deposit· Caution Deposit for 8-4-4KShs 1k
Deposit· Caution Fees for IGCSEKShs 2k
Deposit· Caution Deposit for A-LevelKShs 10k
Materials· Book Fund for 8-4-4KShs 20k
Materials· Book Fund for IGCSEKShs 38k
Materials· Book Fund for A-LevelKShs 40k
Insurance· Medical Cover for A-LevelKShs 1k
Materials· Practical Subjects fee per semester for IGCSEKShs 3.5k
Materials· Optional Subjects fee per semester for IGCSEKShs 2.5k
Materials· Research (INTERNET) fee per semester for IGCSEKShs 2k
Materials· Practical Subjects fee for A-Level (Term 1)KShs 15k
Materials· Research fee for A-Level (Term 1)KShs 18k

Admissions

The school accepts applications throughout the year, with the academic year for the 8-4-4 curriculum beginning after the KCPE examination. The admission process requires a completed registration form, a non-refundable registration fee, and the submission of documents including a school leaving certificate, baptism or birth certificate, passport-size photographs, a medical certificate, and the KCPE result slip. Prospective families are encouraged to tour the campus and meet with the headteacher, and an entry assessment test is used to assist in the placement process.

Facilities

Library

About the campus

Located on the Kahawa plains, the campus features modern boarding facilities across five houses—Mara, Serengeti, Amboseli, Tsavo, and Aberdare—managed by a resident matron and nurse. Academic facilities include small-sized classrooms designed for fifteen students, a modern computer laboratory with high-speed internet, well-equipped science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and a home science room. The school also provides a chapel for daily worship, a school clinic, a library, and a standby power generator.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a variety of clubs and societies, including a debate club, foreign languages club, wildlife club, music club, drama and performing arts, design and technology, art and photography, and a cookery club. Students also participate in sports, cultural days, and various trips and excursions. Leadership skills are further developed through a prefect system, house structure, and a school council.