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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Bukhakunga Secondary School
School’s New Name	Bukhakunga Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Kakamega North
UIC Code	QWL4
KNEC Code	37614601
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Bukhakunga 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 Bukhakunga 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.

Bukhakunga Senior School’s Background and History.

Bukhakunga Senior School, historically known as Bukhakunga Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kakamega 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, Bukhakunga Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Bukhakunga Senior School.

Bukhakunga Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kakamega County, Kakamega North in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Western Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Bukhakunga Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Bukhakunga Senior School is QWL4.

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

Bukhakunga Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Bukhakunga Senior School is 37614601.

5. In Which County is Bukhakunga Senior School Found?

Bukhakunga Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Bukhakunga Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Bukhakunga Senior School was formerly called Bukhakunga Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Bukhakunga Senior School Located?

Bukhakunga Senior School is found in Kakamega North Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Bukhakunga 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.