Dr. John Chacha Secondary School (DJCSS) is a prestigious co-educational O‑Level boarding and day school located in Tarime, Mara Region, Tanzania. Owned by HopeCo and managed by Hope Community Development, DJCSS operates under the Tanzania Education System (NECTA) and proudly supports both academic and holistic growth.

Our Vision & Mission

Our vision is to “serve around 400 students” with a commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and spiritual maturity, building upon the foundation laid at Destiny Primary School by preparing students for university, vocational training, and leadership roles in their communities.

Academic Excellence

• Students are continuously encouraged to achieve their best, recognized, and celebrated for their accomplishments
• Our NECTA CSEE results show impressive performance, placing us among the top-performing schools in the Mara region .

Holistic Development

• Spiritual empowerment through a values-based curriculum.
• Leadership skills development through participatory programs and community engagement.

Campus & Facilities

DJCSS provides a safe and structured learning environment, complete with boarding and day-school options, dedicated classroom blocks, dormitories, a modern computer lab, and a library.Our staff includes experienced teachers, teaching assistants, caregivers, and administrative personnel who work together to support each student's success.

Community Impact

Founded in memory of Dr. John N. Chacha, our school is part of the Teamwork City of Hope campus, a larger community project aimed at transforming lives in Tarime. Through education, health services, and community outreach, DJCSS contributes to breaking cycles of poverty, preventing early marriage, and promoting unity among youth.

Why Choose DJCSS

• A balanced and rigorous academic program grounded in Tanzania’s NECTA framework.
• A values-rich environment nurturing leadership, character, and faith.
• Commitment to holistic development, preparing students for life beyond academics.
• A strong community ethos, empowering students beyond the classroom.
• Consistently high-performing NECTA results and rising reputation.