Bomet High School 60% Complete, to Admit First Form Ones in January 2027
According to the site engineer, the structural works are largely done, with roofing, plastering and interior fittings now underway.
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By Anneth Chepng’etich
Construction of the much-anticipated Bomet High School is progressing at a steady pace, with the project now 60 percent complete and set for handover by September 2025.
The state-of-the-art institution, which was proposed by Bomet Central Member of Parliament Hon. Richard Kilel in March 2024 and later approved by President William Ruto, is expected to open its doors to its pioneer class in January 2027.
The Ministry of Education disbursed Sh50 million for the initial phase of the project following presidential approval, paving way for construction works that have been ongoing for the past year.
Speaking during a site inspection tour this week, Bomet County Executive Committee Member for Education Wilson Sosion expressed satisfaction with the progress, saying the contractor is working within schedule and adhering to quality standards.
“The construction of Bomet High School will be completed by September this year, and the school is expected to admit its first cohort of students in January 2027,” Sosion said.
He disclosed that to ensure proper oversight and accountability, the Ministry of Education mandated the Board of Management (BOM) of Tenwek High School, one of the top-performing schools in the region, to supervise the implementation of the project.
“Tenwek High School’s Board of Management was given the responsibility of implementing this project, and it will be accountable for ensuring it is completed to the required standards and within the stipulated timelines,” he added.
According to the site engineer, the structural works are largely done, with roofing, plastering and interior fittings now underway. The first phase will comprise nine spacious classrooms, two fully equipped science laboratories, a modern library, and a complex housing administration offices.
Once operational, Bomet High School is expected to significantly ease congestion in existing secondary schools in Bomet Central and the wider county, which have been grappling with high enrolment due to the 100 percent transition policy.
Local leaders and parents have welcomed the project, noting that it will expand access to quality education and reduce the distance learners travel to seek admission in competitive schools. The school is also projected to stimulate the local economy and create employment opportunities for residents.
The CECM noted that the county government will work closely with the national government to ensure the school is equipped with adequate teachers, furniture and learning materials ahead of the January 2027 admission.
The project is seen as a major milestone in strengthening Bomet County’s education sector and meeting the rising demand for secondary school spaces in the South Rift region.
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