Our Story

About KASS

Discover the rich heritage, enduring values, and inspiring journey of Anglican Senior High School, Kumasi — from its humble beginnings to its place as a beacon of excellence in Ghana.

KASS Crest

“Unity, Truth and Service”

Overview

A Legacy of Excellence Since 1973

Anglican Senior High School, Kumasi — affectionately known as KASS or Super KASS — is a co-educational public senior high school situated in Asem, a suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Founded in 1973, the school has grown to enrol over 2,800 students with a staff of more than 120 dedicated educators.

Both present and past students are known as Disciples— a name that reflects the school’s commitment to producing excellent scholars who exhibit strong moral character, determination, and integrity.

As a Category B school with a double-track system and both day and boarding facilities, KASS provides a structured, supportive environment where students from across Ghana receive a quality education grounded in Anglican values.

Our History

Journey Through the Decades

From a theological training site to one of Ghana’s most respected secondary schools — the story of KASS spans nearly a century.

1920s

Site acquired from the Amakom chief by the English Church Mission (E.C.M.) to establish an institution for training clergy in the Gold Coast.

1952

St. Augustine's Theological College established on the site, run by monks of the Benedictine Order from Nashdom Abbey, England.

1965

Anglican Training College (Anglico) established as the fore-runner institution of KASS.

1972

Second Republic overthrown; new government orders training colleges to close. Anglican Training College listed for closure.

1973

Staff petition granted — Anglican Training College converted to Anglican Secondary School. Rev. Fr. P.D. Aggrey becomes first Headmaster. School opens as co-educational.

1987

School stops accepting girls as boarders.

1999

KASS invited to National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) for the first time.

2007

KASS reaches the NSMQ national finals.

2025

Mrs. Rebecca Tetteh appointed as Headmistress — first female to lead the school.

Symbolism

The School Crest

Every element of the KASS crest carries deep meaning, reflecting the school’s faith, heritage, and values.

The Shield

The golden shield with purple outline represents the “shield of faith” from Ephesians 6:16. It is a symbol of defence, security, and the spiritual foundation upon which the school was built.

Bishop’s Mitre

The Anglican bishop’s mitre symbolises the school’s affiliation with the Anglican Church. Sitting upon the Akan stool, it represents peace, harmony, and unity between the Church and society through education.

The Akan Stool

The indigenous Akan male stool at the centre of the crest represents the contribution of traditional authorities to the school’s establishment and growth — including the provision of land, guidance, and encouragement.

Colours of the Crest

Gold

Honour & Loyalty

Purple

Priesthood & Kingship

White

Purity & Virtue

Our Mission

Purpose & Direction

Mission

To ensure compliance with school rules and regulations by students and the provision of relevant inputs that will enhance teaching and learning in order to attain the vision of the school.

Vision

To achieve academic excellence through discipline and to mould the character, conduct, and behaviour of students in order to make them useful and upright citizens of the country.

Core Values

What We Stand For

Unity

Truth

Service

Discipline

Integrity

Excellence

Leadership

Our Headmasters

The men and women who have shaped KASS through decades of dedicated leadership.

1

Rev. Fr. Philip Dawson Aggrey

1973 – 1981

First Headmaster. Led the transition from training college to secondary school.

2

Mr. John Poku

1981 – 1986

Second Headmaster. Continued consolidation of the school's academic programmes.

3

Mr. Andrews Evans Kyere

1987 – 2003

Transformed academic performance. Secured first NSMQ invitation in 1999.

4

Rev. Canon Emmanuel Yaw Brobe-Mensah

2003 – 2010

Strengthened moral and spiritual formation of students.

5

Mr. Alex Conduah

2010 – 2017

Oversaw infrastructure development and enrolment growth.

6

Rev. Canon Senkyiri

2017 – 2024

Advanced academic standards and sports programmes.

7

Mrs. Rebecca Tetteh

2025 – Present

First female Headmistress. Championing academic excellence and holistic development.

Quick Facts

KASS at a Glance

1973

Founded

Public Co-educational

Type

Double Track

System

Day & Boarding

Status

Unity, Truth and Service

Motto

Gold, Purple & White

Colours

Disciples

Alumni Known As

0050107

School Code

Asem, Kumasi

Campus

Ashanti Region

Region

Mrs. Rebecca Tetteh

Current Head

Anglican Church

Denomination

School Anthem

“We Will Unite and Work”

We will unite and work,

With courage and with might,

For KASS our alma mater dear,

We’ll strive to do what’s right.

Unity, Truth and Service

— School Motto