St. George’s Girls Secondary School in Nairobi has announced the temporary closure of the institution and the release of all students to their homes following heightened anxiety among learners linked to the recent wave of unrest reported in schools across the country.
In a communication to parents and guardians dated June 4, 2026, Chief Principal Assumpta Mwangi assured families that all students are safe, healthy, and that the school environment remains calm and secure.
However, she noted that many learners have become emotionally distressed due to events unfolding in other schools, with a significant number expressing fears and discomfort about remaining on campus.
Board approves temporary closure
According to the principal, the concerns raised by students prompted consultations involving the school administration and the Board of Management.
After reviewing the situation, the board resolved that it would be in the best interest of the learners to allow them to return home and spend time with their families as the school continues to monitor developments.
Parents to collect students
Parents and guardians have been requested to personally collect their daughters from the school beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026.
The school emphasized that only the officially recognized parent or guardian should pick up the student.
The administration further indicated that additional communication regarding the resumption of classes and other academic arrangements will be provided in due course.
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The move reflects growing concern within the education sector as schools seek to safeguard learners’ well-being amid increasing reports of unrest and tension in learning institutions across the country.
By Kimwele Mutuku
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