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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Kaptebeswet Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kaptebeswet Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Rift Valley
County	Kericho
Sub County	Kericho
UIC Code	L5PE
KNEC Code	28512115
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kaptebeswet 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 Kaptebeswet 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.

Kaptebeswet Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kaptebeswet Senior School.

Kaptebeswet Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kericho County, Kericho in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Rift Valley Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kaptebeswet Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kaptebeswet Senior School is L5PE.

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

Kaptebeswet Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kaptebeswet Senior School is 28512115.

5. In Which County is Kaptebeswet Senior School Found?

Kaptebeswet Senior School is located in Kericho County.

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

Kaptebeswet Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kaptebeswet Senior School was formerly called Kaptebeswet Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Kaptebeswet Senior School Located?

Kaptebeswet Senior School is found in Kericho Subcounty of Kericho County; in the Rift Valley Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kaptebeswet 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.