The idsea of starting a school for police officers’ children was conceived in the early 1960s. However, it was not until 1991 when the then Commissioner of police, the late Mr. Philip Kilonzo began implementing the idea. On 30th May 1991, the first steering committee was formed. Its first Chairman was a former Senior Deputy Commissioner of Police, Hon. Elijah Sumbeiywo. On December 30th, 1992, the first Principal Mr. Willie M. Mugoh was posted to the school. He was soon followed by twelve teachers. On 26th Januar...
Words from the people who lead, guide, and inspire Utumishi Boys Academy
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It is a great honour to serve as Patron of Utumishi Academy. This past year has shown what is possible when students, teachers, parents, and...
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Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—just as the Son of Man did no...
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Education is the foundation upon which strong individuals and thriving societies are built. Beyond academic achievement, it shapes character...
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DISCIPLINE AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCEUTUMISHI BOY'S ACADEMY is founded on discipline and academic excellence. The school endeavors to produce...
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Apart from the normal roles of the deputy principal, the deputy principal Academics is in-charge of day to day running of academic programme...
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Utumishi Academy is one of the original 18 national schools. It remains among the dream schools for many boys in this country to date. I wis...
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Utumishi has taught us that true leadership is service. As students, we strive for excellence in academics, sports, and character, guided by...
Read MoreA record of our academic achievements and progress through the years.
Number of candidates per grade. Hover a cell to highlight its row and column.
| Year | Entry | A | A- | B+ | B | B- | C+ | C | C- | D+ | D | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 261 | 1 | 23 | 55 | 46 | 56 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 261 |
| 2017 | 266 | 0 | 19 | 48 | 46 | 48 | 45 | 36 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 266 |
| 2018 | 278 | 0 | 19 | 39 | 47 | 60 | 47 | 33 | 21 | 7 | 5 | 278 |
| 2019 | 308 | 1 | 27 | 62 | 55 | 59 | 36 | 40 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 308 |
| 2020 | 300 | 1 | 24 | 56 | 79 | 70 | 43 | 17 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 300 |
| 2021 | 334 | 4 | 17 | 61 | 77 | 68 | 57 | 36 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 334 |
| 2022 | 311 | 2 | 21 | 33 | 59 | 58 | 70 | 50 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 311 |
| 2023 | 324 | 4 | 12 | 42 | 67 | 74 | 58 | 47 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 324 |
| 2024 | 317 | 8 | 40 | 75 | 96 | 70 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 317 |
| 2025 | 332 | 6 | 71 | 85 | 97 | 49 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 332 |
Candidates achieving C+ and above. Hover a cell to highlight its row and column.
| Year | Candidates | C+ & Above | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 261 | 221 | 84.7% |
| 2017 | 266 | 206 | 77.4% |
| 2018 | 278 | 212 | 76.3% |
| 2019 | 308 | 240 | 77.9% |
| 2020 | 300 | 273 | 91% |
| 2021 | 334 | 284 | 85% |
| 2022 | 311 | 244 | 78.5% |
| 2023 | 324 | 257 | 79.2% |
| 2024 | 317 | 312 | 98.4% |
| 2025 | 332 | 327 | 98.2% |
Excellence, integrity, and service
To become an excellent national school for the empowerment of the boy child.
To provide an enabling environment for our students to realize their full potential through holistic and quality education for now and in the future.
Utumishi Boys Academy supports both the 8-4-4 and CBC systems, offering different learning experiences tailored to each programme.
Why both? As Kenya transitions to Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), our school continues to serve learners on the 8-4-4 track while also providing CBC pathways. Each system has its own structure, assessment approach, and outcomes — helping families understand what is offered at each level.
Traditional secondary pathway through Forms 1–4, culminating in the KCSE national examination.
Competency-Based Curriculum emphasizing skills, values, and practical learning under the 2-6-3-3-3 model.
| Area | 8-4-4 System | CBC System |
|---|---|---|
| Education Model | 8-4-4 (Primary–Secondary–University) | 2-6-3-3-3 (CBC pathway) |
| Current School Levels | Form 1 – Form 4 | Grade 7 – Grade 9 (Junior School) |
| Main Certification | KCSE at Form 4 | Grade 9 national assessment & senior school readiness |
| Teaching Approach | Subject-centred, syllabus coverage, exam preparation | Learner-centred, competency development, practical projects |
| Assessment Style | Tests, exams, mocks, final KCSE grades | SBAs, portfolios, performance tasks, national assessments |
| Key Strength | Proven track record in KCSE performance and university entry | Skills for work, innovation, and diverse senior school pathways |
| Co-curricular Integration | Supports academic excellence alongside sports and clubs | Embedded in competencies, talent development, and community learning |
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