Lenana School has been closed indefinitely and parents ordered to pick their children following following unrest and disturbances experienced on Monday night.
In a notice issued to parents on Tuesday June 2, the school administration and Board of Management said they had resolved to temporarily release all students to allow for the restoration of normalcy and a comprehensive assessment of the situation.
The school Principal instructed parents to pick up their children from the school at 8:00 a.m., with a directive that all students must leave the compound accompanied by a parent, guardian, or authorized representative.
“Following the restlessness and disturbance experienced during preps in the school last night, the Board of Management and the school administration have resolved to temporarily release all students to allow for restoration of normalcy and a comprehensive assessment of the situation,” the message stated in part.
“You are therefore requested to pick your son from the school at 8:00 a.m. today. Kindly ensure that all students leave the school compound accompanied by a parent, guardian, or an authorized representative,” it added.
The administration said further communication regarding the reporting date and subsequent arrangements would be issued in due course.
“Further communication regarding the reporting date and subsequent arrangements will be provided in due course,” the notice added.
“We regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding, cooperation, and continued support during this period,” the notice added.
The development at Lenana School comes amid renewed concern over school safety following a fire incident at Tarakwo High School in Bomet County. Kenya Red Cross noted that there was no casualties reported.
It is now the fifth reported fire incident since the tragic blaze at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County which claimed the lives of 16 students.
