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

This Day 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Kapsotik Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kapsotik Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Vihiga
Sub County	Hamisi
UIC Code	2VQD
KNEC Code	38619108
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kapsotik 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 Kapsotik 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.

Kapsotik Senior School’s Background and History.

Kapsotik Senior School, historically known as Kapsotik 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  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Kapsotik Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Kapsotik Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kapsotik Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kapsotik Senior School is 2VQD.

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

Kapsotik Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kapsotik Senior School is 38619108.

5. In Which County is Kapsotik Senior School Found?

Kapsotik Senior School is located in Vihiga County.

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

Kapsotik Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kapsotik Senior School was formerly called Kapsotik Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Kapsotik Senior School Located?

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

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

Kapsotik 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.