Bongwe Senior School (formerly called Bongwe Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kwale County, Msambweni Sub County  in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Bongwe Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Day Senior School forms part of the Kwale Education Network and has fully transitioned to a Senior School that offers Competency Based Education (CBE) Curriculum to Grade 10, 11 and 12 Learners.

Bongwe Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Bongwe Secondary School
School’s New Name	Bongwe Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Coast
County	Kwale
Sub County	Msambweni
UIC Code	PH4K
KNEC Code	2110222
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Bongwe Senior School operates as a fully Senior School offering the Competency Based Education (CBE/CBC) Curriculum. Students transition to this school from Junior School after sitting for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA); which is a national assessment for Grade 9 learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC/ CBE). It assesses students in nine learning areas to evaluate their readiness to transition into Senior School.

Students who join Bongwe Senior School at grade 10 specialize in any one of the following three main CBE pathways:

1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): Focuses on innovators and problem-solvers. It branches into Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, and Technical Studies, leading to careers like medicine, engineering, and IT. 
2. Social Sciences: Designed for communicators and leaders. It includes tracks in Languages, Literature, Humanities, and Business Studies, preparing students for fields like law, journalism, and education. 
3. Arts & Sports Science: For creative minds and athletes. It features tracks in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, and various sports disciplines, fostering careers in the creative and sports industries.

Bongwe Senior School’s Background and History.

Bongwe Senior School, historically known as Bongwe Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kwale county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Bongwe Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Bongwe Senior School.

Bongwe Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kwale County, Msambweni in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Coast Region’s Senior Schools.

Coast is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Bongwe Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Bongwe Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bongwe Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Bongwe Senior School?

The UIC Code for Bongwe Senior School is PH4K.

2. Is Bongwe Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Bongwe Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Bongwe Senior School?

Bongwe Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Bongwe Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Bongwe Senior School is 2110222.

5. In Which County is Bongwe Senior School Found?

Bongwe Senior School is located in Kwale County.

6. Does Bongwe Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Bongwe Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

7. What was Bongwe Senior School’s Fomer Name under the 8-4-4 Education System?

Bongwe Senior School was formerly called Bongwe Secondary School.

8. What is Bongwe Senior School’s New Cluster?

Bongwe Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Bongwe Senior School?

Bongwe Senior School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Bongwe Senior School Located?

Bongwe Senior School is found in Msambweni Subcounty of Kwale County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Bongwe Senior School Private or Public School?

Bongwe Senior School is a Public School.

12. What CBE Pathways are offered at Senior School?

Senior schools offere 3 pathways; STEM, Social Sciences and Arts and Sports.