Kimalewa Senior School (formerly called Kimalewa Secondary School) is a C3 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Bungoma County, Bungoma Centra Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Kimalewa Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Kimalewa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kimalewa Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Western
County	Bungoma
Sub County	Bungoma Centra
UIC Code	L4KC
KNEC Code	36612204
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kimalewa 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 Kimalewa 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.

Kimalewa Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kimalewa Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kimalewa Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kimalewa Senior School is L4KC.

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

Kimalewa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kimalewa Senior School is 36612204.

5. In Which County is Kimalewa Senior School Found?

Kimalewa Senior School is located in Bungoma County.

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

Kimalewa Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kimalewa Senior School was formerly called Kimalewa Secondary School.

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

Kimalewa Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Kimalewa Senior School Located?

Kimalewa Senior School is found in Bungoma Centra Subcounty of Bungoma County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kimalewa 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.