| Legal Name | Serima High School |
|---|---|
| Year Founded | 1948 (77 Years Ago) |
| Headmaster | Mr Munyenyiwa |
| Location | Serima Mission, Chatsworth, Gutu District, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe |
| type | Mission, mixed gender, high school |
| Contact Number | +263 30 8252, +263 77 221 1136 |
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Background
Serima High School is a Catholic mission secondary school located at Serima Mission in Chatsworth, Gutu District, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. The school was established in the late 1940s by Father John Groeber of the Swiss Bethlehem Mission. It is part of the Catholic Diocese of Gweru and has served as both a religious and academic institution for decades.
Location
The school is situated in a rural area in Ward 6, under the Gutu Rural District Council. It is close to Serima Church, one of the key landmarks of the mission. The nearest small town is Chatsworth, which connects to other parts of Masvingo.
School Type and Structure
Serima High School is a co-educational boarding school. It offers both Ordinary Level (O-Level) and Advanced Level (A-Level) education based on the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) curriculum. The school accepts students from various parts of the country and follows Catholic educational values.
Academics
The school provides a wide range of subjects including English, Mathematics, Sciences, Shona, Agriculture, Commerce, Religious Studies, and Art. Serima has recorded high pass rates in public exams. For example, in 2024, the school achieved a 96% A-Level pass rate and over 90% at O-Level. In 2020, its English department was praised for producing excellent results.
Boarding Life and Facilities
The school has separate hostels for boys and girls. It also runs school-based projects such as piggery, poultry, and a bakery. These projects help support the school’s operations and provide practical learning opportunities. Students receive daily meals, with Sunday meals being slightly more varied. The school also has a working water system, electricity, and solar backup.
Religious and Cultural Role
As a mission school, Serima promotes Catholic teachings and religious life. Mass and prayer are part of the school routine. The school has a strong tradition in art, especially religious wood carving and painting, which was introduced by the school’s founder.
Extracurricular Activities
Students participate in sports like soccer, netball, volleyball, and athletics. There are also clubs such as debate, chess, environmental club, and drama. Serima has taken part in Catholic school congresses and other student events in Zimbabwe.
Rankings
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