In the quiet town of Rangwe in Homa Bay County, a transformation is taking shape at Orero Boys High School—a school steadily rising in Kenya’s academic landscape. Following an impressive performance in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), where it posted a mean score of 9.4235, the school is now aiming even higher in 2025.
With 665 candidates preparing for this year’s exams, Orero Boys has set its sights on an ambitious mean score target of 10.42, and a renewed push to produce A plain grades, which have remained elusive in recent years.
During end of first term , the school hosted a spirited event to celebrate its 2024 KCSE achievements, recognizing the contributions of students, teachers, and non-teaching staff. The mood was jubilant, but focused—the celebration served both as a reward and a rallying call for greater heights.
“This was a moment to appreciate how far we’ve come,” said Chief Principal Mr. Dickens Bula, speaking to this newspaper by phone. “Our score of 9.4235 is a record for us, and a reflection of hard work. But we believe we can push further—this year, we are going for A plains.”
Mr. Bula, who also chairs the Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) in Homa Bay County, credited the school’s performance to a combination of early syllabus coverage, a structured revision program, and the tireless efforts of teachers who “burned the midnight oil.”
What’s driving the surge at Orero is more than a results sheet. The school has adopted a model that prioritizes early preparation, student mentorship, and values-based learning.
By the start of the year, over 90% of the syllabus had already been covered, freeing up time for intensive revision and individualized academic support. In addition, students are guided through discipline-focused mentorship programs that emphasize resilience, integrity, and leadership.
Infrastructure improvements have reinforced the academic mission. A new digital library and e-learning center, modernized science labs, and upgraded boarding facilities have helped create an environment more conducive to learning.
The school’s administration, in collaboration with the Board of Management and the Ministry of Education, has prioritized investment in resources that directly support learning outcomes.
While academic success is the main focus, Orero Boys also maintains an active co-curricular program. The school advances to the Nyanza Regional and national showcasing its commitment to holistic development.
“Our philosophy is simple,” said Mr. Bula. “Discipline plus hard work equals success. That’s the culture we are building.”
The school’s growing reputation has drawn the attention and support of parents, alumni, and education officials in the region. Mr. Bula says this collective energy is critical as the school marches toward its 2025 goals.
“We are not doing this alone. Our alumni, teachers, support staff, and even parents have bought into the dream. Orero Boys is a community project,” he said.
As the 2025 KCSE exams approach, Orero Boys High School is not just preparing students to sit for a test—it is preparing to make history.
From a mean score of 9.4235 in 2024 to a target of 10.42 this year, the school’s journey is a symbol of what focus, discipline, and unity can achieve. And if momentum is anything to go by, Orero Boys is well on its way to becoming one of the country’s academic powerhouses.
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