Matuga Girls High.

Empowering the Girl Child Through Quality Education!

Welcome to Matuga Girls High, a leading institution in empowering the community through the girl child. Located on a sprawling seventy-acre plot in Waa location, Matuga District, Kwale County, this prestigious girls’ boarding school has been shaping the lives of young women since its establishment in 1967. With its rich history and dedication to academic excellence, Matuga Girls High continues to be a beacon of hope and inspiration for girls in East and Central Africa. As a four-streamed full girls’ boarding school, Matuga Girls High currently boasts an enrollment of 764 students. This significant number speaks volumes about the trust and confidence parents place in the school’s commitment to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for their daughters. With a team of twenty-eight qualified and dedicated teachers employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), along with the support of five board of management members and twenty-six non-teaching staff, Matuga Girls High ensures that every aspect of a student’s educational journey is well taken care of. In recognition of its relentless pursuit of excellence, Matuga Girls High was elevated to National status in 2013. This prestigious accolade signifies the school’s exceptional academic standards and outstanding contributions to the development of its students. Matuga Girls High has continuously strived to maintain its high educational standards while fostering a conducive learning atmosphere that enables students to thrive academically, morally, and socially. At Matuga Girls High, the motto “Jitihada Huleta Ufanisi” guides every student’s journey. This Swahili phrase translates to “Hard work brings success,” emphasizing the school’s core value of diligence and perseverance. Matuga Girls High believes that education is the anchor that holds life together through choppy waters, and thus encourages its students to study hard and embrace the opportunities for growth and transformation that the institution provides. The vision of Matuga Girls High is to be a leading institution in empowering the community through the girl child. By placing a strong emphasis on the holistic development of its students, the school aims to produce women leaders who will positively impact society. Through quality teaching and mentorship, Matuga Girls High equips its students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to excel in various fields and become agents of change in their communities and beyond. As you explore the vast array of educational options available in East and Central Africa, Matuga Girls High stands out as a distinguished institution committed to empowering the girl child. With its rich history, dedicated staff, and unwavering focus on quality education, Matuga Girls High is poised to shape the future of countless young women and contribute to the development of the region.