Fostering Faith, Wisdom, and Global Citizenship

Notre Dame School is a distinguished Catholic educational institution located within the Machakos Diocese, Kenya. Our mission-driven work is expertly guided and managed by the Notre Dame Sisters Society, Kenya. At the heart of our governance and educational philosophy lies a deep commitment to Christian principles, theology, and philosophy, ensuring that every decision is rooted in values that shape compassionate and ethical leaders.

Our Legacy: A Global Tradition of Excellence

Our school stands as a beacon of an international educational tradition, tracing its spiritual heritage back to St. Julie Billiart of France, who founded the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame in Namur in 1804.

This powerful, charismatic spirit—of “finding God’s goodness in everything”—was faithfully carried forward by Sister Mary Aloysia Wolbring, who established the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame in Coesfeld, Germany, in 1850.

Inspired by the founding charism of St. Julie and Sister Mary Aloysia, the Notre Dame community has established a robust global presence, giving witness to God’s love through extensive involvement in educational, social, and medical services across dozens of countries, including the United States, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Notre Dame in East Africa

The spirit of Notre Dame took root in East Africa to serve the local community with dedication and academic rigour:

• Tanzania: The first Notre Dame School foundation in Africa was established in Njiro, Tanzania, in 2002.
• Kenya: The second foundation, Notre Dame School Mlolongo, was proudly started in Kenya in 2004, offering a professional and nurturing environment for academic and spiritual growth.

Today, the Notre Dame Sisters continue to administer and contribute their invaluable services to education in East Africa, upholding a standard of excellence that prepares students not just for careers, but for a life of purpose.