Boarding Life: Fostering Brotherhood, Building Character
At Friends School Kamusinga, boarding life is not just a residential arrangement; it's a vibrant community where lifelong bonds are forged, character is nurtured, and unforgettable memories are created. Our boarding houses, serve as the heart and soul of our school community, providing a supportive and enriching environment where students thrive both academically and personally.
Key Aspects of Boarding Life:
- 1. Development of Camaraderie and Independence: Within their respective houses, students develop deep friendships, forge strong comradeships, and cultivate independence and life skills essential for college and adult life. Living in a boarding house fosters a sense of belonging and camaraderie among peers.
- 2. Life Skills and Time Management: Boarding life instills crucial life skills in students, including effective time management, conflict resolution, boundary setting, and respect for personal space. Students learn to balance academic responsibilities with extracurricular activities and personal pursuits, preparing them for the demands of college and beyond.
- 3. Weekly House Meetings: Each Thursday, students gather for house meetings to discuss issues affecting them, seek solutions to challenges, offer encouragement, and provide support to one another. These meetings foster a sense of community, belonging, and collective responsibility within the houses.
- 4. Alumni Connection: Alumni hold a special place in their hearts for boarding life, often reminiscing about their high school experiences with nostalgia. Boarding life creates lasting memories and strong connections that alumni cherish long after they've graduated.
List of Houses
- 1. Victory House
- 2. Elgon House
- 3. Kenya House
- 4. Kenyatta House
- 5. Aggrey house
- 6. Chetambe House
- 7. Nakhisa House
- 8. Nyerere house
- 9. Jamhuri wing A
- 10. Jamhuri wing B
- 11. Jamhuri wing C
- 12. Jamhuri wing D
- 13. Jamhuri wing E
- 14. Jamhuri wing F
- 15. Amugune house
- 16. Dr. Mailu House
- 17. Muliro House
- 18. Harambee House
- 19. Nyayo House
- 20. Allan Bradley House
The boarding experience goes beyond mere accommodation; it's a transformative journey that shapes the character, values, and aspirations of our students. Through the bonds of brotherhood, the support of dedicated house staff, and the camaraderie of fellow boarders, students emerge from their boarding experience as resilient, empowered, and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.