California Group of Schools celebrates remarkable academic achievements
By Abdirahman Khalif |
Established in 2010 with a modest enrollment of 65 students, California Group of Schools now has over 1,300 students.
California Group of Schools in Eastleigh, Nairobi, commemorated their outstanding performance in the 2023 national examinations.
The ceremony was graced by Somali Islamic scholars like Sheikh Mustafa Ismail and Sheikh Abdirizak Jiir, the Chairman of the Anasaaru Sunah Group of Schools and Wajir South MP Mohamed Adow.
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Chairman of the Anasaaru Sunah Group of Schools Sheikh Abdirizak Jiir gifting the best performers in the 2023 KCSE exam. (Amin Abdullahi)
California Group of Schools garnered a remarkable mean grade of 8.88 in last year's Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), with the top students scoring a grade of B+.
Notably, the top performer in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) scored an impressive 415 marks, contributing to the school's mean of 384 marks.
Some of the parents to the students at California Group of Schools in Eastleigh on February 10, 2024. (Amin Abdullahi)
Mohamud Tawane, Chairman of California Group of Schools, attributed this success to the collective effort of the management, teachers, and students.
"Thank you to our dedicated teachers and supportive management for setting us apart from other institutions," he said, emphasizing the pivotal role of education in shaping the future.
Chairman of the Anasaaru Sunah Group of Schools Sheikh Abdirizak Jiir gifting the best performers in the 2023 KCSE exam. (Amin Abdullahi)
He reiterated California's commitment to being a catalyst for positive change through education.
Highlighting the school's distinctive approach, Mohamud underscored the integration of Islamic teachings into their curriculum, fostering exemplary behavior and moral values among the students.
Mohamud Tawane, Chairman of California Group of Schools. (Amin Abdullahi)
Ahmed Mohamed, Nairobi County's Chief Officer for TVet and ECD, lauded California Group of Schools as one of the top performers among Nairobi's over 30,000 private schools.
The ceremony also saw recognition bestowed upon the top three performers in both KCPE and KCSE.
Wajir South Member of Parliament Mohamed Adow at California Group of Schools on February 10, 2024. (Amin Abdullahi)
Wajir South MP Mohamed Adow extended his congratulations to the school for their exceptional achievements.
He noted the heavy investment in education by the Somali community in Kenya, highlighting the ever-growing Somali-owned private schools all over Kenya.
"It's great to see the heavy investment in education and schools by our community," he said.
The MP noted a substantial increase in the number of Somali students pursuing higher education in Kenyan universities.
Some of the students of California Group of Schools in Eastleigh on February 10, 2024. (Amin Abdullahi)
Established in 2010 with a modest enrollment of 65 students, California Group of Schools has grown into a thriving educational institution, currently serving over 1,300 students.
Renowned for its academic excellence and unwavering dedication to quality education, the school offers a comprehensive range of subjects within an integrated education system, with a focus on upholding traditional disciplines.
Some of the students of California Group of Schools in Eastleigh on February 10, 2024. (Amin Abdullahi)
The celebration at California Group of Schools not only marks a momentous achievement in academic excellence but also underscores the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals equipped with the knowledge and values to succeed in an ever-evolving world.
As California continues to champion education as a catalyst for societal transformation, its legacy of excellence remains an inspiration for educational institutions across the region.
Some of the parents to the students at California Group of Schools in Eastleigh on February 10, 2024. (Amin Abdullahi)Reader comments
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