| Legal Name | Chemhanza High School |
|---|---|
| Year Founded | 1964 (61 Years Ago) |
| Headmaster | Reverend Noel Nhariswa |
| Location | Chemhanza Mission Farm, Hwedza, Zimbabwe |
| type | Methodist, Mixed Gender, Boarding, High School |
| Contact Number | +263 788 302 921, +263 772 606 576 |
| Contact Email | revjoemuwanzi@gmail.com |
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Background
Chemhanza High School is a mixed boarding and day secondary school located in Hwedza District, in the Mashonaland East Province of Zimbabwe. It is run by the Methodist Church in Zimbabwe and serves students from rural and urban communities in the area. The school follows the ZIMSEC curriculum and offers both O‑Level and A‑Level education.
Location and Facilities
The school is located on Chemhanza Mission Farm, about 50 kilometers south of Marondera and around 127 kilometers from Harare. Chemhanza High is known for having a strong focus on practical education. It has several agricultural projects, including a dairy herd, poultry, a vegetable garden, and a piggery. These projects help provide food for the school and also serve as training for students studying Agriculture.
Water is supplied through four boreholes, connected to tanks using a diesel pump. This helps the school maintain a stable water supply even during power cuts, which are common in rural areas.
Academic Performance
Chemhanza has a history of performing well in national exams.
- In 2024, the school had a 100% A‑Level pass rate, with 63 students writing exams.
- The top student scored 25 points, which is one of the highest scores possible in A‑Level.
- In 2023, the school had a 61% pass rate at O‑Level and about 86% at A‑Level.
The school offers academic subjects like Mathematics, Sciences, Commercials, and Arts. It also offers practical subjects such as Food Technology, Agriculture, Woodwork, and Musical Arts.
Leadership
The school is led by Reverend Noel Nhariswa, who serves as the headmaster. He works with the Methodist Church and the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to manage the school.
Discipline and Incidents
In 2023, the school made headlines after a group of 30 students was suspended or expelled. They were accused of bullying and assaulting other students. The Ministry of Education investigated the matter. In another past case, a staff member was accused of using physical punishment, which led to complaints from parents.
Rankings
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