Bumamu Senior School (formerly called Bumamu Secondary School) is a C3 Public Girls Senior School that is physically located in Kakamega County, Butere Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Bumamu Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Bumamu Secondary School
School’s New Name	Bumamu Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Girls
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Butere
UIC Code	UFW8
KNEC Code	37608002
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Bumamu 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 Bumamu 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.

Bumamu Senior School’s Background and History.

Bumamu Senior School, historically known as Bumamu 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  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Bumamu Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Bumamu Senior School.

Bumamu Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kakamega County, Butere 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. Bumamu Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Bumamu Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bumamu Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Bumamu Senior School is UFW8.

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

Bumamu Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Bumamu Senior School is 37608002.

5. In Which County is Bumamu Senior School Found?

Bumamu Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Bumamu Senior School is a Girls Senior School.

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

Bumamu Senior School was formerly called Bumamu Secondary School.

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

Bumamu Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Bumamu Senior School Located?

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

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

Bumamu 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.