St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School — popularly nicknamed "The Ridges" — is a Catholic-sponsored, girls-only boarding school in Kakamega County. This article covers the school's cluster, KNEC code, KCSE performance, fees structure, uniform, and contact details.
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Key takeaways
- Full name: St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School (now also referred to as St. Theresa's Eregi Girls Senior School)
- Cluster: C2 (Extra-County), Kakamega County
- KNEC code: 37615003 | School code: D8040713
- Annual fees (2026): Ksh 45,054 for boarding students
- KCSE 2025 mean score: 6.008 (up from 5.69 in 2024)
St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School, popularly known as "The Ridges," is a Catholic-sponsored, girls-only boarding secondary school located in Ikolomani South, near Maragoli Town, within Ikolomani Constituency, Kakamega County, in Kenya's Western Region.
The school has always been ranked among the top girls' schools in Kakamega County in Western Province, Kenya.
Under the management of Principal Jackline Judith Itubo, the school grew to an enrolment of 1,279 students by 2024.
Full name | St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School |
Nickname | The Ridges |
Type | Public boarding, girls-only |
Sponsor | Catholic Church (Religious Organisation) |
County | Kakamega |
Constituency | Ikolomani |
Cluster | C2 (Extra-County) |
KNEC code | 37615003 |
School code | D8040713 |
UIC code | 6LXZ |
Principal | Jackline Judith Itubo |
In which cluster is Eregi Girls High School?
Extra-county secondary schools in Kakamega County are grouped into three clusters — C1, C2, and C3. Eregi Girls High School is classified as a Cluster 2 (C2) school.
The transition from the National, Extra-County, County, and Sub-County classification to Clusters C1–C4 is purely structural and introduces no new charges.
Curriculum and CBC transition
The school has transitioned to a Senior School hosting Grades 10, 11, and 12 learners under the CBC framework.
Learners joining Senior School specialise in one of three approved CBC pathways:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
- Social Sciences (Humanities and Business Studies)
- Arts and Sports (Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Physical Education)
Eregi Girls High School fees structure
Extra-county schools, reclassified as C2, will charge Ksh 45,054 annually. This figure covers approved boarding charges as set by the Ministry of Education.
The government confirmed there would be no increase in school fees for the 2026 academic year, coinciding with thousands of students transitioning to Grade 10 following the KJSEA results.
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The government capitation for Senior School learners continues at Ksh 22,244 per year.
Category | Annual Fee (Ksh) |
C2 boarding (parent contribution) | 45,054 |
Government capitation | 22,244 |
Additional costs not included above:
- The total cost for boarding students may be higher once additional approved charges are included, covering uniforms, personal effects, and development-related contributions, depending on school requirements.
- School fees can be paid via M-Pesa Paybill Number 655267.
- Schools are prohibited from charging any additional levies without written approval from the Cabinet Secretary, requested through County Education Boards.
KCSE performance
St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School recorded an improvement in its KCSE 2025 provisional results compared to 2024. The mean score rose from 5.69 to 6.008, representing a positive deviation of 0.318.
A total of 134 students qualified for direct university entry in 2025, reflecting the school's upward academic trend and stronger cohort performance.
KCSE grade distribution: 2024 vs 2025
Grade | 2024 | 2025 |
A | 0 | 0 |
A– | 0 | 0 |
B+ | 2 | 3 |
B | 9 | 13 |
B– | 28 | 42 |
C+ | 67 | 76 |
C | 111 | 93 |
C– | 93 | 91 |
D+ | 58 | 42 |
D | 23 | 7 |
D– | 0 | 3 |
E | 0 | 0 |
School uniform
No verified official description of the Eregi Girls uniform colours or items has been published on the school's official website or a reliable news source at the time of writing. Parents and guardians should confirm the current uniform requirements directly with the school before purchasing. Contact details are listed below.
Location and contact details
Eregi Girls High School is an Extra-County boarding school in Ikolomani Constituency, Kakamega County, along the Kakamega–Kisumu Road near Chavakali Junction (7 km).
- Postal address: P.O. Box 469–50300, Maragoli, Kenya
- Phone: (+254) 0722 455 191 or 0713 460 498
- Email: eregighs@gmail.com
- Website: eregi.org
- Facebook: @EregiGirls
FAQs
What is the full name of Eregi Girls High School?
The school's full official name is St. Theresa's Eregi Girls High School, popularly known as "The Ridges." It is a Catholic-sponsored, girls-only boarding secondary school located in Ikolomani South, near Maragoli Town. It has also been formally renamed St. Theresa's Eregi Girls Senior School following Kenya's CBC education reforms.
What is the KNEC code for Eregi Girls High School?
The school's KNEC code is 37615003, its UIC code is 6LXZ, and its Serial Number is 2087. The school code listed in the national schools directory is D8040713.
How much are the fees at Eregi Girls High School in 2026?
As a C2 (Extra-County) school, Eregi Girls charges Ksh 45,054 per year for boarding students. Additional charges for uniforms, personal effects, and development contributions may apply depending on school requirements. Parents should contact the school directly to confirm the full term-by-term breakdown.
Where exactly is Eregi Girls High School located?
St. Theresa's Eregi Girls Senior School is in Kakamega South Sub-County, Kakamega County, Western Region, Kenya. It sits along the Kakamega–Kisumu Road, approximately 7 km from Chavakali Junction.
How has Eregi Girls performed in recent KCSE exams?
Higher grades increased slightly, with B+ passes rising from 2 to 3 and B grades from 9 to 13. B– and C+ grades saw notable growth, while C and D+ passes declined. Lower grades (D and D–) were reduced significantly, indicating overall performance improvement. The school's mean score improved from 5.69 in 2024 to 6.008 in 2025.
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