HUMANITIES
Understanding Society, Culture, and History Through Thoughtful Inquiry.
The Humanities Department at Kagumo Girls Secondary School cultivates informed, empathetic, and globally aware students. As a Catholic institution, Kagumo Girls emphasizes moral and spiritual development, making Christian Religious Education (CRE) a vital part of the learning experience. Through subjects such as History, Geography, CRE, and other humanities disciplines, students gain critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of social structures, belief systems, and global dynamics.
🌍 Curriculum Overview
Our Humanities Department offers an enriching curriculum guided by KNEC, covering:
History and Government of Kenya and the World
Geographical skills, mapping, and environmental studies
Christian Religious Education (CRE) with ethical reasoning
Civic education, national values, and leadership
Fieldwork, research, and case studies for real-world application
The approach is analytical, reflective, and research-based.
🎯 Performance & Mentorship
Kagumo Girls has excelled consistently in humanities subjects. The department supports learners through:
Active discussion forums and group presentations
CRE and History mentorship programs
Geography contests and mapwork workshops
Personalized feedback on essay-based exams
🧠 Teaching Team
Our humanities educators:
Create an open environment for debate and diverse opinions
Use interactive methods like documentaries, storytelling, and roleplay
Guide students in historical analysis, map interpretation, and ethics
Organize educational trips and model parliaments
📌 Support Facilities
The department is supported by a variety of enriching tools and environments:
Maps, atlases, religious texts, and historical timelines
Wall charts and digital humanities resources
Group study sessions and revision clinics
Outdoor spaces for fieldwork and practical geography
🗺️ Department Facts
📚 4 Core Humanities Subjects (History, CRE, Geography, Social Studies)
🧭 11 Highly Skilled Humanities Teachers
