Mfantsipim School

I attended THE SCHOOL for three years and I must admit it’s the greatest second cycle school in Africa. The teachers are great encouragement they integrate compassion into their teaching standards,emphasizes the importance of values and builds leaders through each class. May my Alma mater strive that which educated us

I must admit that this school is only single gender, males to be specific. Their campus is very neat and the environment is very friendly to learn in. The only disadvantage is for persons with disabilities. It isn't friendly for them as the place is located on a hill.

THE MFANTSIPIM SCHOOL STORY: 18 YEAR OLD JAMES PICOT, WAS ITS FIRST HEADMASTER!

At its Synod in 1870, the Methodist Church in Ghana decided to establish an all-boys secondary school, dedicated to fostering intellectual, moral and spiritual growth. Accordingly, on Monday 3rd April 1876, the Wesleyan High School (now Mfantsipim) started operating in Cape Coast as the first Methodist Secondary School and also the first-second cycle in the then Gold Coast.

The school started with 17 students and James Picot, who was only 18 as the first Headmaster. Ten foundation students present at the inauguration of the school were: John Mensah Sarbah, George Grant, Henry Van Hein, William Fynn Penny (later Rev. Fynn Egyir Asaam), William Fynn, Robert J. Hayfron, Benjamin Pine Wood, Samuel C. Crankson, Brodie Arthur and John James Clement.

The school changed names several times before John Mensah-Sarbah, one of the pioneer students who had become an accomplished lawyer came up with the name ‘Mfantsipim’.

It started as the Wesleyan High School, became High School and Training Instruction, Wesleyan Collegiate School, Richmond College and finally Mfantsipim.

For Sarbah and his friends, the name “Mfantsipim” was not to be broken into syllables to indicate “Mfantsefo Apem” (A thousand Fantes). They were more focused on the future needs of the country as a whole and to them “Mfantsipim” meant the ‘Soul of the People’ and it was in the School that the “souls of the people of Ghana” would mature. Mensah Sarbah also gave the school its motto “Dwen Hwe Kan” which, translated literally means “Think and look ahead”

The school also changed locations several times. From the Mission House to the former Colonial School on Saltpond Road, Acquah’s house, Coussey’s house at the foot of McCarthy Hill, Government buildings near the Isolation hospital, Sea View House, Mount Hope and eventually settled on the Kwabotwe Hill.

In 1891 the Wesleyan High School assumed the name of the Wesleyan Collegiate School at a time when it was saddled with challenges such as shortage of funds, unsuitable accommodation, and inadequacy of qualified staff. Under these dire circumstances, John Mensah Sarbah and a few others decided to tackle the problems and formed the Fante Public Schools Limited. The company set up in April 1905, a high school called ‘Mfantsipim’ which was distinct from the Wesleyan Collegiate School. Unfortunately, both schools still experienced serious difficulties and to save the situation, they were merged in July 1905 under the management of the Methodist Church, with the name “Mfantsipim”.

Over the years, several Headmasters have served the School with distinction. Their vision, commitment, and hard work are what has made the school what it is today.

Rev. W.T. Balmer of the Methodist Church, Principal of Richmond College in Sierra Leone arrived in Cape Coast in 1907 on an inspection and met only eight (8) dedicated boys in the school teaching themselves because there was neither a teacher nor a Headmaster. He named them the “Faithful Eight” and accepted to stay and take charge of the school as Headmaster. During the centenary celebrations of Mfantsipim in 1976, a monument was erected in their memory.

I schooled on this hill "kwabotwe" for three good year's and without any doubt I can say those were some of the most cherished moment of my life. Moreover I would like to recommend The School as we call it to any parents who wants the best for their boys in terms of education . Being the first secondary school in Ghana it makes it a great landmark and tourist site .u would love it on these hills😊

One of the best Senior High Schools for boys.

What a serene natural environment this school is blessed with. The trees, the Class room Blocks, Admin and what have you is absolutely perfect and every student is likely to do better here. I loved it.

I feel this Mfantsipim lives up to it's name as the most organized and well planned high school in Ghana.
Its really THE SCHOOL and that Library Damn. 😊

It's the first secondary school in Ghana yet manages to keep up with the times. It has a beautiful compound, a very big library, an ICT centre, a clinic and a lot of amenities. The school is not just concerned with studies but also enhances and grooms the sporting skills of her students through facilities such as a football park, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball court, etc. It's prestige in Ghana's educational history is unrivalled.

The best school in the world

One of the best Senior High Schools in the best City in Ghana for education, Cape Coast. However , it's worth knowing that its an all-boys schools. You may also want to check on Adisadel College. As for mixed school, I recommend Ghana National SHS and Edinaman SHS.

The best, we saw students very disciplined and looked very matured and i loved the whole scenery

Mfantsipim is one of the best schools you can find in Ghana

The school environment is clean, neat and serene. Very good place for Senior High School education in Ghana. I love Mfantsipim love 🥰🥰🥰

Good school ❤

A very good boys senior high school..

As an Former student of this school, I can confidently say that this school helped shape my life for the future. I am now working for Google as an Web Developer.

Oldest Senior High School in Ghana. An icon in academics in yhe entire West Africa with Kofi Annan one of the alumni

The school is nice and tidy

The very first school in Ghana. And always keeping up with the present. Established in 1876

I really love this school
High educational performance
Nice environment and fields