Academic Departments

Seven departments, one shared standard of excellence.

Every subject at Thika Girls' Karibaribi sits under a department led by a Head of Department who sets the pace, mentors teachers, and keeps every learner accountable to her own potential.

7Departments
14+Subjects & Clubs
1Shared Standard
Featured Department

Mathematics

Head of Mathematics Department
Head of Department
Mathematics
Department of Mathematics

Precision today. Confidence for life.

"Numbers Never Lie — Every Girl Can Count Herself Among the Best."

The Mathematics Department is the backbone of the school's academic drive, built on the belief that no learner is naturally "bad at maths" — only under-taught. From Form 1 through Form 4, teaching moves step by step from foundational number work to advanced KCSE-level problem solving, with every topic broken down until it clicks.

The department runs structured remedial sessions before the school day and during prep, a peer-tutoring system pairing strong performers with those who need extra support, and a Mathematics Club that prepares girls for inter-school competitions and Olympiad-style challenges to sharpen speed and confidence under pressure.

Form 1–4
Full Syllabus Coverage
Daily
Remedial Sessions
Peer-Led
Tutoring System
Club
Olympiad Training
Our Departments

Every discipline, led with purpose

Meet the Heads of Department steering the other pillars of the curriculum and co-curricular life — each with a philosophy that shapes how their subjects are taught and lived.

Head of Languages Department
HOD Languages

Languages Department

"Speak Boldly. Write Powerfully. Change the World."

Covering English, Kiswahili and French, the department builds learners who read critically, write persuasively, and speak with confidence — skills that carry far beyond the exam room into every profession they'll enter.

EnglishKiswahiliFrench
Head of Humanities Department
HOD Humanities

Humanities Department

"Understand the Past. Question the Present. Shape the Future."

Geography, History & Government, and C.R.E come together here to build learners who think critically about society, place and values — young women who can reason, debate, and lead with informed conviction.

GeographyHistory & GovernmentC.R.E
Head of Technical & Applied Studies
HOD Technicals

Technical & Applied Studies

"Skilled Hands. Sharp Minds. Ready for Tomorrow."

Home Science, Agriculture, Business Studies and Computer Studies equip learners with practical, income-ready skills alongside academic mastery — proof that excellence is built with both the mind and the hands.

Home ScienceAgricultureBusiness StudiesComputer Studies
Head of Sciences Department
HOD Sciences

Sciences Department

"Curiosity Is Our Compass. Discovery Is Our Destination."

Biology, Chemistry and Physics are taught through hands-on experimentation and rigorous practicals, producing learners who don't just memorize science — they think like scientists.

BiologyChemistryPhysics
Head of Games Department
HOD Games

Games Department

"Strong Bodies. Strong Minds. Champions in the Making."

From athletics to ball games, the department builds discipline and team spirit through structured training, inter-house competitions, and representation at county and national level tournaments.

AthleticsBall GamesCounty & National Meets
Christian Union Patron
Patron, Christian Union

Christian Union

"Faith That Anchors. Fellowship That Builds."

Christian Union grounds learners in faith and character through weekly fellowship, prayer meetings and mentorship — nurturing girls who lead with integrity both in and beyond the school gates.

Weekly FellowshipPrayer MeetingsMentorship
Support & Welfare

The team behind every girl's daily life

Beyond the classroom, a dedicated team keeps the school running — caring for welfare, nutrition and the co-curricular spaces where every girl finds her place.

Head of Boarding

Head of Boarding

Boarding & Welfare

"Every girl's home away from home starts with order, care and safety — that is our daily commitment."

Head of Cook

Head of Cook

Catering & Nutrition

"Well-fed girls learn better — good nutrition is part of academic success, and we take it seriously."

Head of Clubs and Societies

Head of Clubs & Societies

Co-Curricular Life

"Every talent deserves a stage — clubs and societies are where our girls' dreams find their voice."

Seven departments. One dream — Ifanikishe Ndoto Yako.

Every department, club and society at Thika Girls' Karibaribi works toward the same goal: helping each girl achieve her dream.

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