Lomagundi College

What Lomagundi College does

Lomagundi College Trust Schools is a private co-educational institution operating two schools on a unified 120-hectare campus in the Hunyani Hills, approximately 7km west of Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. Founded on 14 February 1983 as a trust-governed entity, it offers a continuous educational pathway from the Infants Department (ECD Todd Squad, age 2) through Grade 7 at Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS) and from Form 1 through Upper 6th Form at Lomagundi College, the senior secondary school. The academic programme is delivered through a dual-qualification structure combining Cambridge International (IGCSE and A-Level) with Zimbabwe's national ZIMSEC curriculum, supplemented by a Technical Department offering AUTODESK CAD instruction, City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering certification, HEXCO vocational qualifications, and coded welder training in partnership with the Welding Skills Centre (Harare). Membership in the Association of Trust Schools (ATS) and the Conference of Heads of Independent Schools in Zimbabwe (CHISZ) underpins governance and quality standards, and the Department of Educational Needs with NILD program extends provision to learners with educational difficulties.

The school serves day scholars, weekly boarders, and full boarders from across Zimbabwe and beyond, supported by on-site transport services to Chinhoyi, Harare, Marondera, and Chegutu, and a 67-person staff covering academic, pastoral, sports (including a 2013-established Equestrian Centre and Mountain Biking Club), cultural, finance, marketing, HR, counselling, and nursing functions. Extracurricular offerings include extensive sports (athletics, swimming, rugby, hockey, tennis, golf), cultural clubs (drama, choir, debating, photography, robotics, Toastmasters), and experiential learning partnerships (Kuimba Shiri, Allied Arts festivals). The business model is direct-to-consumer: revenue is generated primarily through recurring annual tuition fees differentiated by day/weekly/full boarding and school level, supplemented by a one-time non-refundable $50 application fee and enrollment deposits. Fees are not publicly disclosed and require direct contact with the enrollment office. Marketing relies on the school's website, campus tours, and organic social channels (TikTok, YouTube, Facebook), with referrals flowing through ATS/CHISZ networks and word-of-mouth within Zimbabwe's private school community.

Name

Lomagundi College

Legal name

Lomagundi College Trust Schools

Website

https://lomagundi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Lomagundi College Trust Schools is a private co-educational institution in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, offering ECD through A-Level education on a 120-hectare campus with Cambridge International and ZIMSEC curricula, serving day and boarding families from across Zimbabwe and beyond.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• Private boarding education
• Cambridge IGCSE A-Level
• Vocational technical training
• Foundation phase primary school
• College sports culture

Headquarters

HQ city

Chinhoyi

HQ country

Zimbabwe

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Primary revenue from tuition fees for both day and boarding students at Lomagundi College (senior school) and Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS). Both full boarding and weekly boarding options available with differentiated pricing.
2. Application Fee: One-time non-refundable application fee of $50 required with each application submission.
3. Enrollment Deposit: Acceptance of place requires payment of a required deposit following offer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lomagundi College Trust Schools is a private co-educational boarding and day institution delivering primary and secondary education on a unified 120-hectare campus near Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. It offers dual academic pathways via Cambridge International (IGCSE and A-Level) and ZIMSEC, alongside vocational certification through City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering and HEXCO, supported by boarding, transport, sports, and cultural programmes. Both Lomagundi College (senior) and Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS) operate under a single trust structure.

Product overview

Lomagundi College Trust Schools operates as a dual-institution private education group comprising Lomagundi College (secondary school, Forms 1–6 offering Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualifications) and Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS, covering ECD Todd Squad through Grade 7). The schools share a unified campus near Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, and offer both boarding and day options. A dedicated Technical Department provides vocational pathways through City & Guilds and HEXCO certifications, while the Infants Department (Foundation Phase) follows the Cambridge Early Years Curriculum. Beyond academics, the portfolio includes an extensive extracurricular programme spanning sports (with an on-campus Equestrian Centre and Mountain Biking Club), cultural clubs and societies, and boarding facilities. The institutions are unified under the 'Gundi Spirit' ethos and are members of the Association of Trust Schools (ATS) and Conference of Heads of Independent Schools in Zimbabwe (CHISZ).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lomagundi College (Senior School) A premier co-educational boarding and day secondary school (Form 1 to Upper 6) located in the Hunyani Hills near Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, offering Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualifications alongside ZIMSEC-accredited examinations.
• Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS) A co-educational boarding and day primary school offering ECD to Grade 7 education, following the Cambridge Early Years Curriculum at foundation level and preparing pupils for ZIMSEC and Cambridge IGCSE pathways.
• Sixth Form Programme A two-year post-IGCSE programme (Lower and Upper Sixth Form) offering A-Level and vocational pathways, with subject options across Sciences, Arts, Commerce, and technical disciplines, preparing students for university and professional careers.
• Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level Curriculum Internationally recognised Cambridge International qualification programmes — IGCSE at the secondary level and A-Level in the Sixth Form — accepted by universities and employers worldwide, offered alongside ZIMSEC national examinations.
• Infants Department (Foundation Phase) A foundation-phase programme for children aged 2 to 7 (Todd Squad through Grade 2), following the Cambridge Early Years Curriculum with a structured, play-based approach covering ECD A, ECD B, Grade 1, and Grade 2 using Letterland and Numberland schemes.
• Technical Department A hands-on technical education division offering Design and Technology, Metal Technology, Technical Graphics, Computer Aided Design (CAD), and Wood Technology at IGCSE and A-Level, alongside City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering and HEXCO vocational certifications.
• City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering A globally recognised vocational certification in mechanical engineering offered through City & Guilds, providing a clear pathway for students to enter polytechnic institutions and universities worldwide.
• HEXCO Vocational Certifications National Foundation and National Certificate level vocational qualifications in machining, fabrication, wood machining, cabinet making, and advanced manufacturing techniques, examined by HEXCO (Zimbabwe's vocational examining body).
• Professional Industrial Welding Courses GAS, ARC, MIG, and TIG welding certification courses delivered in partnership with the Welding Skills Centre (Harare) and certified by the Standards Association of Zimbabwe, leading to coded welder qualifications.
• Equestrian Centre An equestrian facility established in 2013 providing weekly horse-riding lessons once or twice a week, integrated into the school timetable for interested pupils of all skill levels, with experienced instructors and horse-riding competitions.
• Boarding Facilities Boarding options including full boarding (three-week cycles), weekly boarding (Monday to Friday), and day scholar programmes, with hostel facilities supervised by resident matrons, equipped with DSTV, common rooms, and a dining hall with balanced meals.
• School Transport Service Bus services running from Chinhoyi to Harare, Marondera, and Chegutu, including weekly Monday morning and Friday lunchtime services for weekly boarders and weekend services for full boarders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates prepared for universities worldwide through Cambridge and ZIMSEC qualifications
• +1 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, supporting and minor.

• Association of Trust Schools (ATS)coreOthers · 1 January 1983ATS is a prestigious network of independent schools in Zimbabwe. Lomagundi College Trust Schools membership affirms commitment to excellence in governance, teaching, and school leadership.
• Conference of Heads of Independent Schools in Zimbabwe (CHISZ)coreOthers · 1 January 1983CHISZ membership demonstrates dedication to high educational standards and collaborative advancement of private education nationwide. CHISZ assessments are used in the Form 1 entrance process.
• Cambridge InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLomagundi College is a registered Cambridge International Centre, offering IGCSE and A-Level qualifications recognized worldwide. LCPS also offers Cambridge pathway for early exposure to internationally recognized standards. Cambridge Early Years Curriculum is followed in the Infants Department.
• Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLomagundi College is accredited to offer ZIMSEC examinations, maintaining a strong link to the national curriculum. LCPS prepares students for ZIMSEC Grade 7 Examination. The dual pathway provides flexibility for students' university destinations.
• City & GuildsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity & Guilds is a globally recognized accreditation body providing skills-based qualifications. Lomagundi College offers City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering Course, providing a clear pathway for students to enter polytechnic institutions and universities worldwide, progressing towards higher diplomas and degrees in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.
• Higher Education, Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (HEXCO)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHEXCO provides vocational certifications in Zimbabwe. Lomagundi College offers National Foundation and National Certificate levels in various technical disciplines including machining, fabrication, and advanced manufacturing techniques through Wood Technology and Design vocational courses.
• AUTODESKsupportingTechnology or IntegrationAUTODESK provides Computer Aided Design (CAD) software used in Lomagundi College's Technical Department. CAD certifications are an industry standard for engineering and architectural disciplines.
• Welding Skills Centre (Harare)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Welding Skills Centre provides GAS, ARC, MIG, and TIG welding courses certified by the Standards Association of Zimbabwe. Many graduates have successfully obtained coded welder qualifications, paving the way for employment in industrial and construction sectors.
• National Institute of Learning Development (NILD)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNILD program offers specialized educational therapy designed to address underlying learning difficulties and promote cognitive development, complementing the school's Department of Educational Needs (DEN) efforts.
• National Institute of Allied ArtssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents participate in external festivals and competitions hosted by the National Institute of Allied Arts, including the Allied Arts Eisteddfod, allowing students to showcase talents on larger platforms.
• Kuimba ShiriminorOthersAdventure and experiential learning venue used for Grade 4 overnight camping trips, fostering independence and teamwork while instilling a love for the natural world.
• Enbee (Uniform Supplier)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchool uniforms may be purchased from Enbee retail outlets in Harare (Westgate and Borrowdale branches) and Chinhoyi (along Chirundu Road), as well as the on-campus school uniform shop.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Brycedale School: Independent co-educational primary school in Harare covering ECD to Grade 7 with Cambridge foundations, directly comparable to Lomagundi College Primary School (LCPS).
• Peterhouse: Anglican private boys' boarding school in Marondera offering IGCSE and A-Level, among Zimbabwe's most prestigious and academically comparable institutions.
• St. George's College, Harare: Jesuit private boys' college in Harare offering IGCSE and A-Level programs, directly comparable in academic reputation and Cambridge curriculum delivery.
• Gateway Primary School: Zimbabwean independent primary school offering ECD to Grade 7, comparable in age range, fee tier, and curriculum philosophy to LCPS.
• Lilfordia School: Independent co-educational boarding school in Harare offering Cambridge curriculum, comparable in tier and family demographic to Lomagundi.
• Chisipite Senior School: Independent co-educational day and boarding school in Harare providing IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, competing for similar upper-middle-class Zimbabwean families.
• Falcon College: Premier Zimbabwean private co-educational boarding school in Esigodini, long-established with comparable Cambridge/ZIMSEC curriculum and similar tier of clientele.
• Harare International School: International school in Harare offering IB and Cambridge tracks, attracting expatriate and diplomatic families—a directly comparable premium international curriculum provider.

Broad incumbents

• Nord Anglia Education: Global premium schools group operating international curriculum schools across multiple geographies; relevant as a benchmark for scale, premium positioning, and Cambridge/IB delivery.
• Cognita Schools: International schools group operating premium private schools globally with curriculum-aligned offerings; serves as a comparable operating model for premium independent schooling.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@lomagundicollegegroupofsch8883/featured
• TikToktiktok.com/@lomagundi.college
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lomagundi-college

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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