Kikima (formerly called Kikima) is a C3 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Makueni County, Mbooni West in the Eastern Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Kikima, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding 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.

Kikima School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Kikima
School’s New Name	Kikima
Cluster	C3
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Eastern
County	Makueni
Sub County	Mbooni West
UIC Code	YSDW
KNEC Code	18323105
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kikima 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 Kikima 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.

Kikima’s Background and History.

Kikima, historically known as Kikima, 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  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Kikima admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Kikima.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kikima.

1. What is the UIC Code for Kikima?

The UIC Code for Kikima is YSDW.

2. Is Kikima a Boarding or Day School?

Kikima is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Kikima?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Kikima?

The Official Knec Code for Kikima is 18323105.

5. In Which County is Kikima Found?

Kikima is located in Makueni County.

6. Does Kikima admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Kikima is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kikima was formerly called Kikima.

8. What is Kikima’s New Cluster?

Kikima is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Kikima?

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

10. Where is Kikima Located?

Kikima is found in Mbooni West Subcounty of Makueni County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Kikima Private or Public School?

Kikima 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.