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Location<\/strong><\/p>\n

The school is nestled in the West Usambara Mountains in Lushoto district about 28km from Mombo town and 4 km from Lushoto town. Our school enjoys a serene and inspiring natural environment. Surrounded by lush greenery, fresh mountain air, and panoramic views, St. Catherine offers ideal setting for learning and personal growth. This peaceful atmosphere not only enhances concentrations and well-being but also fosters a deep appreciation for nature; encouraging students to develops environmental awareness and responsibility.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/strong><\/p>\n

The school is registered by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology on 1\/1\/2006 with registration number TA.05\/3\/001.The school Category is, English Medium, Day and Boarding enrolling both girls and boys.<\/p>\n

Entry Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • For Pre School, a pupil is enrolled at the age between 4 years and 5 years old.<\/li>\n
  • For Primary School (Grade One), the pupils are enrolled from 6 years old up to 7 years.<\/li>\n
  • Both Pre and Primary school pupils must pass an interview at 60% or above to be registered.<\/li>\n
  • Pupils who want to join the school from other schools are also accepted after passing an interview at the same conditions of pass mark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Facilities Offered<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The school offers a high quality education due to availability of conducive infrastructures such as buildings (classrooms, computer rooms, library, dining Hall), adequate, committed and qualified personnel (teachers and non teaching staff) and curriculum facilities. Pupils get breakfast and a suitable, well balanced lunch during school hours. Immediately after the completion of registration procedures, the pupils are given stationeries and uniforms.<\/p>\n

    Pupils’ Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Academic Study tours for all pupils of all classes.<\/li>\n
    • Pupils attend Library sessions to read books, encyclopedia, newspapers, story books and e \u2013 learning program.<\/li>\n
    • Laboratory Practical work, this is done for Computer Studies (ICS) and Science subjects to enhance pupils\u2019 understanding of the topics taught theoretically in class.<\/li>\n
    • Academic Exhibitions during Parents\u2019 Days and Graduation Days\n
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      • Science Practicals<\/li>\n
      • ICS demonstration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Participation in various Clubs (Academic Clubs and Non \u2013 Academic Clubs) Academic Clubs are organized around subjects while non \u2013 academic clubs cut across a wide range of issues such as Environmental Club, Anti \u2013 Corruption Club (PCCB), United Nations\u2019 Club, Charity Club, Children\u2019s rights Club, Scouts\u2019 Club, Sanaa Club, Debate Club, Tax Club, Good Morals Club, etc<\/p>\n

        Our Staff<\/strong>
        \nA school is ultimately a reflection of its staff, both teachers and support staff. At St . Catherine we are blessed with an exceptionally dedicated and friendly team of people who help to make the school a home away from home, where the welfare of pupils is our first priority.<\/p>\n

        Janet Woisso, the School Headmistress, in particular, all our teaching staff, with one or two exceptions, has qualified teacher status gained in the Tanzania, and often with many years of teaching experience. Most teachers have been working at St. Catherine from the start. In selecting teachers we place emphasis on moral values as well as competence.<\/p>\n

        We are fortunate to have a dedicated team that is committed to helping students achieve their full academic potential whilst at the same time cultivating integrity and good moral character. Staff development is actively encouraged through on-going professional training and the quality of teaching is regularly monitored to ensure that high standards are maintained.<\/p>\n

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