Chesombur (formerly called Chesombur) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in West Pokot County, Pokot Central Sub County  in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Chesombur, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

Chesombur School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Chesombur
School’s New Name	Chesombur
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Rift Valley
County	West Pokot
Sub County	Pokot Central
UIC Code	W7SP
KNEC Code	24531209
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Chesombur 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 Chesombur 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.

Chesombur’s Background and History.

Chesombur, historically known as Chesombur, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in West Pokot 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, Chesombur admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Chesombur.

Chesombur’s exact physical location is in West Pokot County, Pokot Central in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Rift Valley Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Chesombur.

1. What is the UIC Code for Chesombur?

The UIC Code for Chesombur is W7SP.

2. Is Chesombur a Boarding or Day School?

Chesombur is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Chesombur?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Chesombur?

The Official Knec Code for Chesombur is 24531209.

5. In Which County is Chesombur Found?

Chesombur is located in West Pokot County.

6. Does Chesombur admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Chesombur is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Chesombur was formerly called Chesombur.

8. What is Chesombur’s New Cluster?

Chesombur is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Chesombur?

Chesombur offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Chesombur Located?

Chesombur is found in Pokot Central Subcounty of West Pokot County; in the Rift Valley Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Chesombur Private or Public School?

Chesombur 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.