A Legacy of Academic Excellence Since 1992
St. Irene Comprehensive School~ Mikindani
Providing quality, learner-centered education in a safe and nurturing environment where every child grows academically, morally, socially, and spiritually.
Welcome to St. Irene
Comprehensive School
Since 1992, we have been committed to providing quality education in a safe, nurturing, and learner-centered environment. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Mombasa, our school has grown from a small pre-primary institution with 23 learners into a thriving educational community serving over 1,698 learners, guiding them to grow academically, morally, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Quick School
Statistics
St. Irene Comprehensive School has grown from its humble beginnings into a respected mission institution, dedicated to providing quality education in Kenya.
Learners / Students
Teaching & Admin Staff
Established
Jomvu Sub-County, KE
Today, the school thrives under the leadership of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Mombasa, continuing the vision of its founders alongside the generous support of our global partners and well-wishers.
History of St. Irene
Comprehensive School
Established by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Mombasa, St. Irene Comprehensive School has grown into a cornerstone of academic excellence and holistic development — built on deep commitment to nurturing young minds through quality education, discipline, and strong moral values.
Humble Beginnings
Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Mombasa as a nurturing learning environment dedicated to values-based education.
Expanding Horizons
Experienced steady and remarkable growth, earning community trust and scaling up facilities to accommodate an expanding student base.
Regional & National Acclaim
Established a reputation for consistent academic excellence and outstanding representation in regional talent showcases.
Holistic Future-Ready Education
A thriving educational community offering a complete pathways system from Pre-Primary through to Junior School levels.
Our Vision
To be a center of excellence for academic performance.
Our Mission
To develop habits of study, hard work, discipline, and self-reliance among learners.
Our Core Values
Our Dedicated Team
The school is led by Sr. Ruth Muiva Mwongeli, supported by a dedicated administration and teaching staff committed to learner success.
School leadership
Head Teacher
Sr. Ruth Muiva Mwongeli
Head Teacher
Overall leadership, management & vision.
Deputy Head Teacher
Supports admin and daily operations.
Senior Teacher
Coordinates academic standards.
Accountant
Financial planning & budgeting.
School Secretary
Records, comms & front office.
What our teachers stand for
Competency Based
Education (CBE)
St. Irene Comprehensive School follows the CBE framework, designed to nurture learners' talents, creativity, critical thinking, communication, and practical life skills.
Pre-Primary 1 & 2
Our early years program covers Language, Mathematics, Environmental Activities, Creative Arts, and Christian Religious Education.
Lower Primary
Learners engage in Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, Environmental Studies, Religious Education, and Creative Arts.
Core Competencies
Our curriculum promotes critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and self-efficacy to prepare learners for the future.
Holistic Growth
We focus on learner-centered experiences that build confidence, strong moral values, and a passion for lifelong learning.
Competency Based
Education (CBE)
St. Irene Comprehensive School provides a robust CBE framework that empowers learners with practical knowledge and core competencies for a changing world.
Lower Primary
Foundation learning in Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, Environmental activities, CRE, and Creative Arts.
Upper Primary
Broadened studies including Science, Social Studies, Agriculture, and advanced Creative Arts alongside core subjects.
Key Competencies
We focus on nurturing creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking in every single lesson.
Future Ready
Our approach prepares learners for responsible citizenship through values-based education and lifelong skills.
Junior School Curriculum
Our Junior School transition provides a specialized pathway within the Competency Based Education (CBE) framework, focusing on technical skills, creative expression, and academic rigor.
Core Learning Pillars
Technical & Life Skills
Students engage in Pre-Technical Studies and Agriculture, gaining hands-on practical skills that bridge the gap between theory and industry.
Humanities & Values
Through Social Studies and Christian Religious Education, we cultivate a deep understanding of society and strong moral foundations.
STEM & Literacy
A core focus on Mathematics, Integrated Science, English, and Kiswahili ensures learners are fluent in global and local languages and logic.
Creative Arts
Our program emphasizes the Creative Arts, allowing learners to explore their talents through artistic expression and innovative design.
Educational Objectives
CBE Learning & Achievement
Our school embraces a learner-centered Competency Based Education (CBE) approach that nurtures creativity, practical skills, critical thinking, and consistent academic excellence in every learner.
Performance Metrics & Implementation
Improved Performance
Continuous improvement in learner academic results across all levels.
High Transition Rates
Strong progression of learners to the next academic levels with confidence.
Strong Literacy & Numeracy
Learners demonstrate excellent foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Academic Recognition
Participation and awards in academic competitions at various levels.
CBE Implementation
Successful adoption of Competency Based Education with effective assessment practices.
Awards & Excellence
Recognition for outstanding academic achievement and learner excellence.
Core Educational Objectives
Sports & Performing Arts
Our institution promotes holistic development through sports and performing arts, empowering learners with discipline, creativity, teamwork, confidence, and leadership skills.
Activities & Disciplines
Soccer
Builds endurance, leadership, discipline, and teamwork through structured training and competition.
Athletics
Develops speed, stamina, strength, and personal discipline through track and field events.
Basketball
Enhances coordination, teamwork, and strategic thinking in a fast-paced environment.
Music
Encourages creativity, confidence, and artistic expression through vocal and instrumental training.
Drama
Builds confidence, communication skills, and creativity through stage performance and storytelling.
Leadership Clubs
Develops responsibility, decision-making, and teamwork through student leadership activities.
Core Growth Objectives
Clubs & Student
Development
The school offers a variety of clubs to help learners explore their interests and build essential life skills through creativity, leadership, and teamwork.
Debate Club
Nurturing confident individuals through public speaking skills, advanced critical thinking, leadership development, and structural logic.
Journalism Club
Empowering learners with active writing and reporting techniques, comprehensive communication skills, and media awareness.
Wildlife Club
Fostering deep environmental conservation ideals, practical nature appreciation, and engaging community eco-awareness activities.
Music & Drama
Building stellar stage confidence, technical vocal performance, acting systems, and creative self-expression mechanics.
Child Rights Club
Instilling proactive child protection awareness, fundamental advocacy methodologies, and structured community engagement.
Leadership Club
Developing key decision-making frameworks, impactful peer mentorship networks, personal responsibility, and deep discipline.
Safe & Nurturing Environment
We provide a secure, clean, and supportive environment that encourages learning and positive character formation.
Ensuring Safety & Protection
Secure School Compound
Maintaining fully monitored premises to ensure a safe space for every learner throughout the day.
Strong Discipline Practices
Cultivating accountability and structure through fair, consistent, and well-defined standards.
Teacher Supervision
Active engagement and oversight by dedicated staff during classes, breaks, and activities.
Child Protection Policies
Strict adherence to comprehensive safeguarding guidelines that put student welfare first.
Clean & Healthy Surroundings
Upholding strict hygiene standards to provide an orderly, health-conscious campus life.
Guidance & Counseling
Proactive emotional and academic support systems helping students navigate growth challenges.
Character Development Framework
School Events
Our school calendar includes several important events that promote learner growth and community engagement.
Core Calendar Pillars
Major Events
We bring our community together throughout the year for key milestones, including Sports Day, Parents-Teacher Meetings, Prize Giving Day, and Learners Progress Day.
Holistic Growth
These activities are vital for personal advancement, fostering targeted talent recognition, hands-on skills development, and lifelong confidence building in every learner.
Fitness & Values
We place a strong emphasis on well-rounded individuals by promoting physical fitness through active play alongside deep moral and social development.
Monitoring Progress
Collaboration is key to our success. We prioritize consistently monitoring learner progress to ensure that every individual gets the support they need to thrive.
Featured School Milestones
Facilities
Designed to support excellence in academics, innovation, and holistic student development through world-class infrastructure.
World-Class
Learning Environment
Spaces engineered for focus, creativity, and growth — empowering students to thrive academically and personally.
Modern Classrooms
Science Labs
Computer Labs
Administration
Safe School Transport System
Transport Services
The school offers safe and convenient transport services for learners. Our system ensures reliable travel to and from school.
Safe & Reliable
School Transport
Our transport system is designed to ensure safety, punctuality, and comfort for all students traveling daily.
School Buses
- 3 Fully Maintained Buses
School Vans
- 2 Safe & Comfortable Vans
Future Development Plans
Our school aims to continue growing and improving through strategic facility expansion and technological integration, creating spaces that foster academic excellence.
Our 4 Key Pillars
01. Facility Expansion
Broadening our physical infrastructure to accommodate growth and create optimal spaces for comprehensive learning.
02. Modern Technology
Embedding cutting-edge technological tools into our everyday curriculum to enhance digital literacy and engagement.
03. Smart Classrooms
Transforming traditional learning environments into interactive, tech-enabled spaces that support dynamic teaching methods.
04. Learning Resources
Continuously upgrading educational materials, libraries, and tools to provide rich academic support for students and staff.
Our Strategic Vision
Admissions & Enrollment Process
We welcome parents and guardians to apply for admission through a structured process designed to transition your child smoothly into our school community.
What is the admission process?
Our enrollment follows a straightforward four-step journey. First, parents obtain the official admission form after a successful student interview session. Once completed with accurate details and accompanied by the necessary supporting documentation, the form is submitted to the administration office along with the required school fees payment.
When can we apply for a vacancy?
Admissions are strictly conducted during specific admission periods set by the school. We highly encourage prospective families to plan ahead and stay updated on these specific intake timelines to secure placement.
Checklist for Admission
Please ensure you attach the following documents when submitting your application form:
Birth Certificate
A valid copy of the child’s birth certificate for formal identification and age verification.
Passport-Size Photographs
Recent passport-format photos of the student for institutional records and student files.
Previous School Reports
Official academic progress reports or leaving certificates from the child’s former school.
Parent Engagement & Communication
We maintain strong communication between the school and parents. This partnership helps parents stay informed about their child’s academic and personal development, ensuring every learner receives the right support both at school and at home.
Primary Communication Channels
Official Letters & Notices
Critical announcements, upcoming events, and official school policies are systematically dispatched through printed and digital letters, keeping guardians fully aligned with institutional updates.
Parents-Teacher Meetings
The school organizes regular scheduled meetings, offering a vital platform for parents to interact directly with teachers and administration to review learner discipline and performance.
Phone Calls & SMS
For urgent updates, reminders, and quick alerts, we leverage direct telephonic outreach and immediate SMS broadcasts to maintain a reliable, real-time communication pipeline.
WhatsApp Groups
Class-specific WhatsApp channels serve as accessible spaces for daily updates, collaborative coordination, and fluid interactive engagement between families and class leaders.
Academic Evaluation & Progress Updates
School Progress Reports
Comprehensive evaluation documents are distributed termly, providing clear, structured insights into academic achievements, behavior assessments, and personal developmental growth.
Core Partnership Milestones
Welcome Parents
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make.
St. Irene
Comprehensive School
We are committed to providing quality education in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.
Academic Excellence
- Quality structured curriculum focused on high performance and measurable outcomes.
Holistic Growth
- Nurturing every individual learner's unique talents, physical health, and emotional growth.
Contact Details
Get in touch with us for inquiries, admissions, and standard school communications.
St. Irene
Comprehensive School
We are committed to providing quality education in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. Reach out to our administrative desk via the provided channels.
Postal Address
- P.O. Box 82775-80100, Mombasa
Phone Number
- 0729 693 044
Email Address
- irene.nur.pri@gmail.com
Office Hours
- Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM