[1] The complex occupies around 100 acres (40 ha) of land and is owned and administered by United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.

Each school operates under its own principal and board of management, nominated by the church and established by the Ministry of Education.

English Language, English Literature and Mathematics are compulsory, and all CSEC students are required to pursue a minimum of 8 subjects, alongside completing a set work programme of at least 40 hours in order to earn a high school diploma.

Seniors are required to complete at least fifty hours of an assignment in the work programme under the supervision of their teachers.

These bodies provide important opportunities for students to enrich their education and experiences outside the normal classroom sessions.

These cater for a wide variety of interests and include athletic, creative, intellectual, recreational and spiritual activities.