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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Esalwa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Esalwa Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Western
County	Vihiga
Sub County	Emuhaya
UIC Code	8PEA
KNEC Code	38618205
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Esalwa 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 Esalwa 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.

Esalwa Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Esalwa Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Esalwa Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Esalwa Senior School is 8PEA.

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

Esalwa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Esalwa Senior School is 38618205.

5. In Which County is Esalwa Senior School Found?

Esalwa Senior School is located in Vihiga County.

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

Esalwa Senior School is a Boys Senior School.

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

Esalwa Senior School was formerly called Esalwa Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Esalwa Senior School Located?

Esalwa Senior School is found in Emuhaya Subcounty of Vihiga County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Esalwa 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.