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

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

Hema – Chitago Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Hema – Chitago Secondary School
School’s New Name	Hema – Chitago Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Nyanza
County	Kisii
Sub County	South Masaba
UIC Code	2J9M
KNEC Code	40735213
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Hema – Chitago 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 Hema – Chitago 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.

Hema – Chitago Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Hema – Chitago Senior School.

Hema – Chitago Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kisii County, South Masaba in the Nyanza Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Nyanza Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Hema – Chitago Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Hema – Chitago Senior School?

The UIC Code for Hema – Chitago Senior School is 2J9M.

2. Is Hema – Chitago Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Hema – Chitago Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Hema – Chitago Senior School?

Hema – Chitago Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Hema – Chitago Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Hema – Chitago Senior School is 40735213.

5. In Which County is Hema – Chitago Senior School Found?

Hema – Chitago Senior School is located in Kisii County.

6. Does Hema – Chitago Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Hema – Chitago Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Hema – Chitago Senior School was formerly called Hema – Chitago Secondary School.

8. What is Hema – Chitago Senior School’s New Cluster?

Hema – Chitago Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Hema – Chitago Senior School?

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

10. Where is Hema – Chitago Senior School Located?

Hema – Chitago Senior School is found in South Masaba Subcounty of Kisii County; in the Nyanza Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Hema – Chitago Senior School Private or Public School?

Hema – Chitago 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.