Academics

Our Approach

Academic Excellence Is Our Hallmark

Academic excellence is a hallmark of Njenga Karume Senior School. Renowned for strong academic performance and a culture of discipline and hard work, the school provides quality education through experienced teachers, continuous assessment, and learner-centred programmes that prepare students for success in higher education and life.

What We Teach

Curricula Offered

Competency-Based Education

The school delivers the Competency-Based Education curriculum, developing learners through practical, competency-focused programmes that build skills alongside knowledge.

8-4-4 Curriculum

The school continues to serve learners under the 8-4-4 system, maintaining the academic standards and examination preparation the school is known for.

Njenga Karume Senior School develops learners academically, socially, and morally through both the 8-4-4 and Competency-Based Education (CBE) curricula.

Teaching & Learning

Our Departments

Academic programmes are coordinated by Heads of Departments who ensure quality teaching and curriculum delivery across the school.

Mathematics

Head of Department Mr. Reuben Langat

Building numeracy, logical reasoning, and problem-solving across all grades and forms.

Sciences

Head of Department Mr. Isaac Ngetich

Practical and theoretical science teaching supported by the school laboratories.

Languages

Head of Department Md. Eglah Kitur

Developing communication, literacy, and confident expression in every learner.

Humanities

Head of Department Mr. Henry Nyabiosi

Understanding society, history, and the learner’s place in the wider world.

Technical

Head of Department Mr. Stephen Luasi

Practical and applied skills that prepare learners for productive work and enterprise.

ICT

Head of Department Mr. Ronny Kipkemoi

Digital literacy and computing skills aligned to competency-based learning.

22 Teaching staff TSC and BOM employed

6 Departments Each led by a Head of Department

15 Streams Serving 1,134 learners

2 Curricula 8-4-4 and CBE

Academic Support

How We Support Every Learner

Academic programmes are overseen by the Dean of Studies, Mr. William Ondieki, working with Heads of Department to maintain standards of teaching and curriculum delivery across the school.

Class teachers play a key role in the academic progress and welfare of students. They monitor attendance, discipline, and academic performance, and maintain communication between the school and parents and guardians.

Learners are further supported through guidance and counselling, mentorship, and continuous assessment that identifies where additional support is needed before it affects results.

Meet Our Teaching Staff

Performance

Results & Achievements

The school is renowned for strong academic performance built on a culture of discipline and hard work. Detailed examination results and achievements are published here each academic year.

Year	Entry	Mean Score	Aggregate Grade
2018	137	6.00	C
2019	181	6.66	C+
2020	202	6.00	C
2021	194	6.35	C
2022	211	6.48	C
2023	219	6.67	C+
2024	250	6.20	C
2025	294	6.49	C

Download Full KCSE Performance Trend (PDF)

Resources

Library & Learning Resources

The school library supports independent study, research, and reading across all subjects, giving learners access to reference and revision materials beyond the classroom.

Library opening hours, holdings, and borrowing arrangements to be confirmed by the school.

Why N.K.S.S

What Makes Us Distinctive

Njenga Karume Senior School is distinguished by its strong foundation in discipline, academic excellence, and holistic learner development. The school combines quality education, character formation, leadership development, co-curricular activities, and modern competency-based learning to nurture responsible, innovative, and productive citizens prepared to serve in all socio-economic sectors.