Queen of Peace Nembu Girls Secondary School — nurturing brilliant, courageous young women grounded in faith, ready to lead Kenya and the world into tomorrow.
Queen of Peace Nembu Girls Secondary School is a Catholic-founded institution in Kiambu County, dedicated to the holistic development of every girl in our care. We combine rigorous academics with deep spiritual formation and co-curricular richness to produce graduates who are not only brilliant, but grounded, compassionate, and ready to lead.
"If character is lost, everything is lost."
Rooted in Catholic values — building moral character and spiritual depth in every student.
Consistently top-performing in national KCSE and now CBC examinations across Kenya.
We train leaders who give back generously and uplift their communities.
Every girl is nurtured to discover her gifts and fulfil her fullest potential.
Kenya's shift to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) is an exciting opportunity. Queen of Peace Nembu is at the forefront — equipping students for the new Junior Secondary and Senior Secondary pathways.
From 2025, our Senior School offers two distinct tracks designed to match every student's strengths and career aspirations. Both pathways are taught by specialist teachers, supported by our modern labs, ICT centre, and creative studios.
Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics — preparing girls for medicine, engineering, data science, and research careers.
Sciences · Mathematics · ICTLanguages, Visual Arts, Social Sciences and Business — for future lawyers, journalists, designers, and social entrepreneurs.
Languages · Arts · CommerceBroad, integrated curriculum covering all learning areas to develop well-rounded, curious learners before specialisation.
Focused pathway learning with specialist teachers, project-based assessments, and career-aligned subjects replacing rote KCSE.
Students are assessed holistically — through projects, portfolios, practicals, and written work — rewarding true understanding.
CBC-aligned graduates are prepared for Kenyan universities, regional colleges, and international higher education institutions.
Our teachers regularly undergo CBC training and curriculum workshops to deliver pathway content at the highest standard.
We offer the full KCSE and CBC curriculum — a wide range of subjects designed to unlock every student's potential across both pathways.
Life sciences — cells, ecology, genetics & human physiology.
Organic & inorganic chemistry in our modern equipped labs.
Mechanics, electricity, waves and modern physics.
Core & advanced maths preparing students for STEM careers.
Language, literature and communication skills for a global world.
National language mastery supporting our cultural identity.
Physical and human geography with a Kenyan and global focus.
Heritage, faith, and our moral foundations as a nation.
Digital literacy and programming for the 21st century.
Practical life skills, nutrition, and family wellness.
Creativity, visual arts, and design thinking.
Entrepreneurship, commerce, and economic foundations.
A glimpse into the vibrant, nurturing environment our students call home.
Sport is integral to life at Queen of Peace. Our students compete at sub-county, county, and national levels — building teamwork, resilience, and leadership on and off the field.
Our teams are perennial county finalists with national championship appearances.
Multiple county champions in track events — producing athletes of national calibre.
Fully equipped pitches and courts support a growing football and basketball programme.
Mind sports are also celebrated — developing strategic thinking and focus.
Our newly expanded science and ICT facilities give students hands-on experience at the cutting edge of modern learning.
Fully equipped with microscopes, dissection tools, specimen collections, and digital slide viewers — bringing life science to life for every student.
Equipped with fume hoods, reagent stores, analytical balances, and safety systems — enabling safe, rigorous practical chemistry at every level.
Optics benches, electrical circuit kits, oscilloscopes, and measurement instruments — supporting experimental physics from Form 1 through Form 4.
Over 60 networked computers with fibre-optic internet, coding software, and digital design tools — preparing students for a technology-driven world.
Thousands of books, journals, e-books, and digital learning tools — a quiet, inspiring space for independent research and deep reading.
A fully fitted practical kitchen and nutrition lab where students learn cookery, food science, and family wellness through hands-on sessions.
Creative arts are not extras at Queen of Peace — they are a core part of who we are. Our students have performed at national festivals, won drama trophies, and produced award-winning visual art.
The school maintains a dedicated music room with instruments ranging from keyboards and guitars to traditional African instruments. Our choir has represented the school at diocesan and national level for over a decade.
Diocesan & national award-winning choir performing liturgical and contemporary music.
National festival winners — bringing Kenyan stories to life on stage with power and passion.
Painting, sculpture, and design — developed through our Art & Design studio and CBC Arts pathway.
African instruments and cultural dance — celebrating the richness of our Kenyan heritage.
At Queen of Peace, leadership is not reserved for the few — it is cultivated in every student. Our Student Council, prefect body, and club leadership structure give girls real responsibility and real impact.
Elected representatives who shape school policy, organise events, and advocate for the student body.
Senior students who model integrity, manage school routines, and mentor younger forms.
Leaders of over 20 clubs — from Science Club to Red Cross to Debate Society.
Team captains who drive team spirit, discipline, and excellence on the field.
Over 20 clubs and activities give every student a space to discover passion, build skills, and forge friendships that last a lifetime.
Building critical thinking, public speaking, and confident argumentation through weekly debates and inter-school competitions.
Training students in first aid, disaster preparedness, and community service — producing girls who are always ready to help.
Hands-on experiments, science fairs, and innovation challenges that take learning beyond the syllabus.
Running the school magazine, bulletin board, and radio segment — training future journalists and content creators.
Tree planting, recycling drives, and awareness campaigns — nurturing students who care for the world they will inherit.
Mass, retreats, rosary, and social action — deepening the spiritual life that is at the heart of our school community.
Industry speakers, career guidance sessions, and alumni mentorship connecting students to their future professions.
Practical business and cooking skills — building confidence and entrepreneurial thinking from school age.
Queen of Peace Nembu Girls once again demonstrated excellence, with over 95% of candidates qualifying for university placement and exceptional mean scores across all departments. The school celebrated its best results in five years, driven by dedicated teaching and student commitment.
A campus equipped to support learning, athletics, wellness, arts, and student life at the highest level.
A large, clean dining facility serving nutritious, balanced meals daily — catering to all boarding and day students.
Comfortable, secure dormitories with 24-hour supervision — a safe, nurturing home away from home for all boarders.
A beautiful, peaceful chapel at the heart of campus — the spiritual centre of our Catholic school community.
Athletics track, netball and basketball courts, and a football pitch — fully maintained for competitive sport year-round.
A modern administration centre housing the principal's office, staffrooms, and all school administrative services.
An on-campus sick bay staffed by a trained nurse, plus a counselling room for student wellness and mental health support.
Nembu, Kiambu County, Kenya
Off Kiambu–Ruiru Road
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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