Loreto High School Limuru is a national girls’ school in Limuru Sub-County, Kiambu County. Founded in 1936 by Loreto Sisters from Ireland, it combines academic education with personal development, service and moral formation.
History and foundation
The school’s official website explains that it began with seven girls and grew into a large national school. Sisters Teresa Joseph O’Sulivan, Dolores Stafford and Veronica Bradley were among its pioneers. Its history reflects the effort to expand education for girls in Kenya.
Motto and values
The school currently publishes the motto Esto Fidelis — Be Faithful. Its educational mission promotes academic excellence, integrity, responsible citizenship and service to others.
Academic and boarding life
As a girls’ national school, Loreto Limuru offers learning and co-curricular opportunities while encouraging teamwork, leadership and personal discipline. Current pathways and subject combinations should be checked through the school’s official admission guidance.
Joining, fees and examination results
Parents should confirm selection and placement instructions, boarding requirements and fees through official school communication. Do not send money to accounts or agents listed in old online directories. KCSE results must be evaluated by the relevant examination year.
Contact and location
Location: Limuru, Kiambu County.
Official website: loretolimuru.sc.ke.
Use the official school’s contact page for current phone, email and visitor instructions. See Limuru Girls’ School and other Kiambu schools.
