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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Kanthuni Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kanthuni Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Makueni
Sub County	Kathonzweni
UIC Code	7S48
KNEC Code	18335302
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kanthuni 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 Kanthuni 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.

Kanthuni Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kanthuni Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kanthuni Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kanthuni Senior School is 7S48.

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

Kanthuni Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kanthuni Senior School is 18335302.

5. In Which County is Kanthuni Senior School Found?

Kanthuni Senior School is located in Makueni County.

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

Kanthuni Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kanthuni Senior School was formerly called Kanthuni Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Kanthuni Senior School Located?

Kanthuni Senior School is found in Kathonzweni Subcounty of Makueni County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kanthuni 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.