Merishaw School, located along the Isinya–Namanga Road in Kajiado County, recently gained national attention following the election of Andy Onsarigo, son of renowned journalist Dennis Onsarigo, as the school's president.
In celebration of this milestone, the school released a video tour highlighting its exceptional infrastructure, which quickly went viral and sparked conversations across social media platforms.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
- G-MAX Arena: A modern indoor multi-purpose venue with a 2,000-person capacity, featuring professional sound systems, a large LED screen, and climate control. Opened in 2025, it hosts indoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, badminton, martial arts, as well as concerts and events.
- Sports Complex: Includes a swimming pool, IAAF-standard athletics track, natural-grass football pitches, rugby and hockey fields, tennis courts, and lacrosse facilities.
- Academic Resources: Equipped with smart classrooms featuring interactive boards, fully outfitted science and STEM labs, robotics and coding spaces, an engineering workshop, and an agriculture program.
- Boarding Amenities: Spacious dormitories with modern conveniences such as hot showers, a large dining hall, and a fully staffed medical sanatorium with nurses on call.
Students also benefit from diverse extracurricular options including aviation, fencing, archery, golf, and traditional games, all supported by qualified coaches.
Public Reaction
The glimpse into Merishaw's premium facilities prompted mixed reactions from Kenyans reflecting on their own schooling experiences. Comments ranged from humorous disbelief to admiration for the advanced learning environment.
Merishaw School, which brands itself as the “Home of the Boy Child,” continues to set a high standard in Kenyan boys’ education, blending academic rigor with extensive sporting and extracurricular opportunities.
