Michael Warutere from Riara Springs Academy, which is part of Riara Group of Schools, was the top candidate for the KCPE 2023 exams.
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke, Warutere revealed that he would love to become a Software Engineer after completing high school so that he could help the country in solving some of its pressing challenges.
In particular, he explained that his passion for being a software engineer was to help Kenyan farmers use technology to improve their agricultural productivity.
"I really thank God for the marks that he has granted me. I want to thank our parents and teachers for holding our hands and helping us succeed," he stated.
"I would love to attend Mang'u High School. Hopefully, with these marks, I will get a seat in that school," he added.
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke, John Muriithi, Riara Springs Primary School Head, remarked that he was ecstatic about the performance the institution had posted in the 2023 KCPE exams.
"This boy (Warutere) has been our child from baby class. He is a very balanced boy who is not only involved in academics but very active in football and drama activities," Muriithi heaped praises on Warutere.
Describing the mood at the school as carnival following the announcement of KCPE results, Muriithi remarked that all stakeholders had worked hard for exemplary results not only for Warutere but the entire class.
Encouraging students from across the country who had sat for their exams, Muriithi remarked, "Everybody in the education sector is a success. Everybody achieved full potential regardless of what they got."
Muriithi further indicated that over and over again, Riara Group of Schools had pronounced itself as one of the best academic institutions in the country.
"The Riara management is top-notch. We have been in this industry for the last 50 years. The school has a history of success and we provide world-class education in all our institutions."
"We serve right from kindergarten, primary, and junior secondary school, we have a girl's high school, an international school and a university."
Riara Group of Schools Director Juju Gachukia stated that the exam results were a testament to the passion and perseverance of teachers and the team that worked with the students.
"Michael Warutere is a child who started with us at age three in Rainbow, which is the youngest class in kindergarten so he has spent 11 years with us."
"This is a testimony of a journey that started with the founders Mr Daniel and Dr Eddah Gachukia. Dr Eddah Gachukia is well-renowned for her passion for quality education and creating wonderful spaces for children where they can learn to be the best they can."
On what makes Riara Group of Schools stand out, Director Juju Gachukia explained it was a holistic approach to every child that enrols at the institution.
She explained that every child is different with their own learning pace, which should be considered.
"What makes us unique is that every teacher understands and knows they are professionals. They have a child-centred approach and they are facilitators of a fantastic educational experience. This is what makes us so unique," the Director added.
She further emphasised that the school was keeping up with the founding principles of providing quality education at an affordable fee.
