Katikirieni : Admissions, CBE Pathways, UIC & Knec Codes

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

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

Katikirieni School’s Basic Data and National Information.

Katikirieni 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 Katikirieni 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.

Katikirieni’s Background and History.

Katikirieni, historically known as Katikirieni, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kilifi 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, Katikirieni admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Katikirieni.

Katikirieni’s exact physical location is in Kilifi County, Chonyi in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Coast Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Katikirieni.

1. What is the UIC Code for Katikirieni?

The UIC Code for Katikirieni is CARE.

2. Is Katikirieni a Boarding or Day School?

Katikirieni is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Katikirieni?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Katikirieni?

The Official Knec Code for Katikirieni is 4129209.

5. In Which County is Katikirieni Found?

Katikirieni is located in Kilifi County.

6. Does Katikirieni admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Katikirieni is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Katikirieni was formerly called Katikirieni.

8. What is Katikirieni’s New Cluster?

Katikirieni is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Katikirieni?

Katikirieni offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Katikirieni Located?

Katikirieni is found in Chonyi Subcounty of Kilifi County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Katikirieni Private or Public School?

Katikirieni 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.