Friends Mixed Senior School Kimobo, in Mt. Elgon Constituency, Bungoma County, is emerging as one of the most dynamic extra-county schools in Western Kenya.
The institution is progressively building a strong reputation in academics, co-curricular excellence, innovation, and infrastructure development. This positions it as a rising academic powerhouse in the region.
Being the largest senior secondary school in Mt. Elgon Constituency with an enrolment of approximately 1,000 students, Kimobo continues to expand its influence as a center of holistic education.
Barely two years after taking over the school, Moses Cheluch, the school’s Principal has transformed the school significantly to nurture all-rounded learners.
According to Cheluch, the institution has strengthened its academic systems, discipline, and examination preparedness, leading to improved performance. This is also tied to a stronger culture of integrity in the administration of the national examinations.
Friends Mixed School Kimobo’s 2025 KCSE results
In the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations, 92 candidates scored above C+, the minimum grade for University admission. This was the highest number in the sub-county.
The school administrator noted that the school is now targeting a mean score of 7.0 in the 2026 KCSE.
“We have an ambitious plan to see more than 150 students transition to university in the 2026 KCSE cycle,” Cheluch said.
To achieve this plan, the school banks on improved teaching strategies, enhanced academic support programs, and consistent performance in internal academic contests, including the recently concluded Friends School academic competitions where students demonstrated notable improvement.
“We are committed to sustained academic improvement and ensuring that every learner is given the support they need to achieve their full potential,” added the Principal.
Beyond academics, Kimobo has also made remarkable strides in co-curricular activities. It offers a wide range of sports and creative disciplines including rugby for boys and girls, soccer, volleyball among other indoor games.
Bernard Matanda, the Head of Co-curricular Activities said the school has established a strong and competitive sporting culture over the years, consistently qualifying in at least eight disciplines at sub-county level competitions and making strong appearances at regional and national stages.
“Our learners have embraced sports with discipline and determination. We have established a strong foundation that continues to produce competitive teams across different disciplines,” Matanda said.
Friends Mixed Senior School’s sports prowess
In 2025, the school’s girls rugby team advanced to the national level and secured position six.
In 2026, the girls’ rugby team showed impressive progress, whereby they reached the Western Region finals held in Vihiga. They narrowly missed out on the championship title.
The teams are now preparing for upcoming rugby sevens competitions, with renewed focus and strategic training aimed at improving performance across all levels.
In athletics, the school recorded significant success. Junic Cherop, an athlete brought pride to the institution after winning a bronze medal at the national level and earning selection to represent Kenya in the East Africa Games in the heptathlon category.
The school is also not left behind in science, technology, and innovation. Recently, its team qualified for Science and Engineering Fair, national level and emerged position six.
In robotics, the school’s team comprising Joel Kiprop and Samuel Korir emerged as the best in the Western Region before advancing to the national robotics competition held at Garissa High School, where they also finished in position six.
“The robotics team demonstrated exceptional creativity, problem-solving skills, and technical competence. Their success reflects the growing innovation culture within the school,” said science patron Folidine Kembese.
In addition to academic and co-curricular excellence, the school has invested significantly in infrastructure development to support its expanding population and long-term academic ambitions.
The school has been paved with cabro, water systems have been expanded. A modern gate as well a perimiter wall has been constructed.
“These infrastructural developments are part of our broader vision to create a secure, disciplined, and opportunity-rich learning environment that supports both academic and personal growth,” emphasized Cheluch.
With a strong leadership foundation and a clear development roadmap, the school is steadily shaping its identity as a center of excellence in education, talent development, and innovation across the Western region.
