Welcome to Christ the King High School

Christ the King High School (CKHS) is a Catholic secondary school in Antigua and Barbuda, dedicated to academic excellence, character formation, and spiritual growth. Guided by our motto — “Excelsior, Higher Yet” — we inspire students to reach their fullest potential as learners, leaders, and citizens.

At CKHS, education is more than academics. It is about shaping young women into resilient, compassionate, and responsible individuals who live meaningful lives rooted in strong values.

Our Vision

To provide a nurturing and faith-centered environment where students are encouraged to strive for academic excellence, develop their natural talents, and grow into exceptional leaders who contribute positively to society.

Our Mission

Christ the King High School seeks to:

• Inculcate Biblical principles and form strong consciences.
• Equip students with diverse skills and competences for life beyond the classroom.
• Promote justice, unity, and peace within the school and wider community.
• Integrate music, arts, dance, and athletics into everyday learning.
• Emphasize both high academic standards and character development.

Our Core Values

• Excellence – fostering resilience, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
• Respect – celebrating diversity and valuing the dignity of all.
• Responsibility – promoting actions that support a sustainable and just future.
• Integrity – building trust through honesty and transparency.
• Compassion – showing care and encouragement so all can succeed.

Our History

The roots of Christ the King High School go back to 1933, when the Antigua Convent School of Christ the King was established under the leadership of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, led by Sr. John Mary. At that time, the school was co-educational, serving students from kindergarten to school-leaving certificate level.

In 1958, the Christian Brothers established St. Joseph’s Academy, and the boys of the upper classes transferred there. The Convent School then continued as a co-educational institution up to grade 5, and an all-girls school from Forms 1 to 5.

By 1963, the school relocated to its permanent home on Old Parham Road and was renamed Christ the King High School. For many years, the school was administered by the I.C.M. Sisters, with Sr. Claina Letang serving as the last I.C.M. principal during the 1988–1989 academic year.

In 1989, leadership transitioned to its first lay principal, Mrs. Theodora Commodore, who guided the school with distinction until 2015. She was succeeded by Mrs. Patricia Collins, and since 2018, the school has been under the leadership of Mrs. Halima Zachariah, continuing the tradition of excellence and faith.

Life at CKHS

Students at CKHS engage in a well-rounded program that balances academics with retreats, athletics, arts, and community service. Discipline, respect, and faith are woven into school life, ensuring that students grow not only as scholars but also as women of integrity and compassion.