About Chania High School

Discover our history, mission, values, and the people who make Chania exceptional.

1965

Year Founded

Our Story

A Tradition of Academic Excellence

Founded in 1965, Chania High School has grown into one of Kenya's most respected secondary institutions, producing leaders across every sphere of public and private life.

What began as a small community school in Thika has evolved into a thriving institution enrolling over 1,200 students across Forms 1–4. Our alumni — proudly known as Chanerians — include doctors, engineers, judges, entrepreneurs, and Cabinet Secretaries.

We are guided by a simple yet powerful motto: Excellence · Integrity · Service. These three pillars shape every decision, every lesson, and every life formed within our walls.

Our Mission

To provide quality education that empowers students with knowledge, skills, and values to excel academically and contribute meaningfully to society.

Our Vision

To be the leading secondary school in Kenya, producing wholesome graduates who are intellectually, morally, and socially equipped for the challenges of the 21st century.

Core Values

Excellence in all we do. Integrity in how we conduct ourselves. Service to our community, nation, and world. These are not aspirations — they are our daily practice.

Mr. James Mwangi

Principal

M.Ed. (UoN) · 22 years in education. Passionate about transformational leadership and student well-being.

Mrs. Agnes Kariuki

Deputy Principal — Academics

B.Sc. Chemistry (Kenyatta University) · 18 years teaching. Oversees curriculum and academic performance.

Mr. Peter Njoroge

Deputy Principal — Administration

B.Ed. Business (Moi University) · 15 years in school management. Manages operations and student welfare.

Ms. Faith Wambui

Head of Guidance & Counselling

B.A. Psychology (USIU) · Specialist in adolescent mental health and academic counselling.

Sciences Stream

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Studies. Equipped labs and ICT suites.

Humanities Stream

History, Geography, CRE, English Literature, Kiswahili. Strong focus on critical analysis.

Commerce Stream

Business Studies, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics. Practical application and internship links.

Sports & Co-Curricular

Football, basketball, athletics, choir, drama, STEM Club, environmental club, and student government.

ICT & Digital Learning

60-computer lab, high-speed internet, digital classrooms, and coding after-school programme.

Library & Research

Over 8,000 volumes, digital periodicals, and a dedicated research room for Form 3 and 4 students.

Science Labs

Three fully equipped laboratories for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

ICT Centre

60-workstation computer lab with fibre-optic internet connectivity.

Library

8,000+ volumes and a quiet reading space open from 6am to 9pm.

Sports Fields

Football, basketball, volleyball courts, and a 400m athletics track.

Boarding Facilities

Comfortable dormitories for 400 boarders with modern ablution blocks.

Dining Hall

Capacity for 600 students, serving nutritious meals three times daily.

Ready to Join the Chania Family?

Applications for Form 1 intake 2027 are now open. Secure your child's future at one of Kenya's finest secondary schools.

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