Education

371 primary and 128 secondary schools, along with 28 private schools and 5 TVET institutions.

The Education Office

This office is headed by Rev. Antony Muema.

Its purposes

  1. To review the present position of education in the Diocese of Kitui, especially with regard to the teaching in both primary and secondary schools, making concrete suggestions on what changes may be necessary to make it effective.
  2. Monitoring the implementation of the policies decided on, and recommending how the various groups and individuals concerned with education throughout the Diocese of Kitui can best be encouraged or assisted in the fulfilment of their responsibilities.
  3. To provide guidance and help to the Education Secretary in decision-making on his general program of work, by advising him on any special administrative difficulties that may arise.

Principals’ meetings and workshops

Aims

  • Bring all Catholic school heads together.
  • Discuss issues intended to improve academic performance.
  • Include issues pertaining to moral and spiritual upholding for teachers, students and even non-teaching staff.
  • Strengthen the relationship between head teachers and sponsors.
  • Bring head teachers together to share their experiences and administrative best practices.

Achievements to date

Education day

Education day is held once per year. Its importance is to:

Schools in the Diocese

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui has:

371

Primary schools

128

Secondary schools

28

Private schools

5

TVET institutions

Diocesan Education Advisory Board

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