Epanja Senior School (formerly called Epanja Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kakamega County, Mumias East Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Epanja 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Epanja Secondary School
School’s New Name	Epanja Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Mumias East
UIC Code	NNEM
KNEC Code	37634304
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Epanja 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 Epanja 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.

Epanja Senior School’s Background and History.

Epanja Senior School, historically known as Epanja 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, Epanja Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Epanja Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Epanja Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Epanja Senior School is NNEM.

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

Epanja Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Epanja Senior School is 37634304.

5. In Which County is Epanja Senior School Found?

Epanja Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Epanja Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Epanja Senior School was formerly called Epanja Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Epanja Senior School Located?

Epanja Senior School is found in Mumias East Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Epanja 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.