Operations
School Bursar
Ms. Margaret Obita
“Overseeing institutional financial management, fee structures, and budget allocations to ensure transparent fiscal operations and sustained growth for our school community.”
An Institution of Academic & Moral Excellence
About Our Academy
Discover the rich history, sacred mission, academic leadership, and the core values that guide St. Josephine Bakhita Nyalienga Girls' High School as we shape the leaders of tomorrow.
School Motto
“Excellence, Our Commitment”
Our Vision
“To be a leading centre of academic excellence.”
Our Mission
“To promote academic excellence, moral uprightness, and community service to the girl-child.”
Core Values
Hardwork
Self Directedness
Confidence
Love & Obedience to God
Responsibility
Integrity
Team Work
Optimism
Est. 2011
Our History
A Promise Kept
St. Josephine Bakhita Girls' Secondary School began not with a building, but with a promise. Between 2004 and 2010, the community of Nyalieng'a — together with the Catholic Diocese of Homa-Bay — came together to give the region's most vulnerable girls a place to belong: those orphaned, and those pushed out of school by poverty, early marriage, or teenage pregnancy. Named after the Sudanese saint Josephine Bakhita, whose name means "Fortunate," the school opened its doors on 6th May 2011 with 25 students. It has since grown into one of the leading girls' institutions in Rangwe Sub-county.
7 Jan 2011Registered
25 StudentsOpened With
535Students Today
5th best in RangweSub-County Ranking
Key Milestones
2004–2010|A Community Mobilizes
Parents, church leaders, and the Catholic Diocese of Homa-Bay raised funds through donations and local fundraisers. By the end of 2010, the school's first tuition and office block was complete.
2011|Official Registration & Opening
The Ministry of Education registered the school on 7th January 2011. Founding principal Mrs. Jane A. Joseph was posted the same month, and the school officially opened on 6th May 2011 with 25 students. A fundraiser that year built the first dormitory, St. Michael.
2013–2014|Dormitories, Dining Hall & a New Status
A second dormitory, St. Gabriel, and a large dining hall were built with support from visiting German university students, alongside a twin laboratory block funded by a 2013 fundraiser. At its 2014 inspection, the school was upgraded to a 3-stream county boarding school.
2015|Classrooms Through the CDF
A four-classroom tuition block was constructed with support from the Rangwe Constituency Development Fund, easing pressure from the school's fast-growing enrollment.
2016|Built From Savings
Using funds saved by the school itself, a twin staff house for the principal and deputy principal was constructed. The county government also helped drill a borehole on site.
2017|Water & Transport
The school piped its own water supply using savings, and acquired a 51-seater school bus — both funded without external donors.
Today|535 Students and Growing
From 25 students in 2011 to 535 today, the school is now the top girls' school in Kochia Ward and 5th-best in Rangwe Sub-county, having presented KCSE candidates for four consecutive years.
Built by Its Community
No single donor built this school. Parents and church leaders raised the first tuition block from 2004–2010; German university students funded the dining hall and second dormitory; the Rangwe CDF funded a classroom block; and the borehole, water piping, and school bus were all paid for out of the school's own savings.
Looking Forward
Now the top girls' school in Kochia Ward and 5th-best in Rangwe Sub-county, we continue to grow — in academics, in co-curricular activities, and in the facilities our students deserve.
School Anthem
Sung with pride at every assembly
Our anthem reflects the values of discipline, excellence, and service that shape life at ST. JOSEPHINE BAKHITA NYALIENGA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL.
“Excellence is our commitment,
In Bakhita we dedicate it through hardwork...”
Full Lyrics & VideoIn Bakhita we dedicate it through hardwork...”
Institutional Governance
The Minds Behind Our Excellence
A dedicated team of educators and administrators committed to fostering discipline, academic rigor, and compassionate leadership across all levels of the institution.
Mrs JaneRose Kororia
Principal
“Welcome to St. Josephine Bakhita Nyalienga Girls Secondary School. We are committed to nurturing disciplined, confident, and compassionate young women through quality education, strong values, and purposeful leadership. Together, we inspire every girl to realise her full potential.”
Mrs Lucy Kalangi
Deputy Principal
“Through daily academic monitoring and smooth school operations, we ensure that every lesson, activity, and learner receives the attention needed for success. Our focus is consistency, discipline, and a supportive learning environment where each girl can excel.”
Administration & Support
The dedicated professionals who manage daily operations, institutional logistics, and vital support systems that keep our learning environment safe and efficient.
Operations
School Registrar
Rashid David
“Managing student enrollment, academic record integrity, and official documentation to streamline the admissions journey and preserve our institutional standards.”
Operations
School Secretary
Rosemolyne Oleche
“Coordinating daily administrative workflows, front-office communications, and visitor services with warmth, precision, and dedication to institutional excellence.”
Operations
Principal's Secretary
Anne Ooko
“Providing high-level executive support to the leadership office, facilitating administrative communication, and coordinating student boarding and welfare logistics.”
Student Ambassadors
Our elected student title holders who embody character, elegance, and spiritual values across the institution.
Student Leader
Saint Bakhita (Spiritual & Moral Leader)
“Exemplifying the spiritual grace, humility, and moral integrity of St. Josephine Bakhita, serving as a role model and peer mentor across all forms.”
Student Leader
Miss Bakhita (Campus Ambassador)
“Representing student confidence, academic flair, and cultural pride, championing student voice and school spirit throughout the academic year.”
Campus Infrastructure
Our School Facilities
We offer modern academic, practical, and supportive environments to give students a holistic learning experience.
AcademicChemistry & Science Laboratories
Fully equipped science labs designed for practical experimentation and scientific inquiry in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
- Modern lab apparatus
- Safety equipment
- Practical exam ready
PracticalAgriculture Project & School Farm
Hands-on learning fields featuring crop demonstration plots and practical agricultural projects for secondary education.
- Crop demonstration plots
- Practical skills training
- KCSE project ground
PracticalHome Science Department
Dedicated practical space for textile studies, foods and nutrition, and home management skills.
- Cooking stations
- Garment design tools
- Practical assessment area
ServicesSchool Transport Fleet
Safe, comfortable, and reliable transport buses serving daily student commutes and educational field trips.
- Safe student transit
- Inter-county field trips
- Regular servicing
AdministrationStaff Room & Workspaces
A collaborative, well-equipped work environment for teachers to prepare lessons, grade assessments, and consult with students.
- Departmental desks
- Lesson prep areas
- Teacher resource hub
ServicesCampus Security & Safety
Round-the-clock professional security personnel ensuring a safe and secure learning environment for all students and staff.
- 24/7 Gate security
- Gated campus
- Visitor management