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situated near

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near the town of Molo. It is located in Turi and often referred to by that name.

History

The school was founded by Jean and Peter Lavers in 1931. On 29 February 1944, the entire school, with the exception of the chapel, was burned down. It was rebuilt by

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. In 1988, a senior school for students aged 14 to 18 was added. A

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was opened in September 2010.

Notable alumni

* Moses Arita,

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, former first lady of Kenya

History

Notable alumni

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