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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Dakabaricha Secondary School
School’s New Name	Dakabaricha Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Marsabit
Sub County	Marsabit
UIC Code	XYAE
KNEC Code	16305104
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Dakabaricha 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 Dakabaricha 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.

Dakabaricha Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Dakabaricha Senior School.

Dakabaricha Senior School’s exact physical location is in Marsabit County, Marsabit in the Eastern Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Eastern Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Dakabaricha Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Dakabaricha Senior School is XYAE.

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

Dakabaricha Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Dakabaricha Senior School is 16305104.

5. In Which County is Dakabaricha Senior School Found?

Dakabaricha Senior School is located in Marsabit County.

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

Dakabaricha Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Dakabaricha Senior School was formerly called Dakabaricha Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Dakabaricha Senior School Located?

Dakabaricha Senior School is found in Marsabit Subcounty of Marsabit County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Dakabaricha 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.