Kivaywa Senior School (formerly called Kivaywa Secondary School) is a C2 Public Boys Senior School that is physically located in Kakamega County, Matete Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Kivaywa Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Kivaywa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kivaywa Senior School
Cluster	C2
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Matete
UIC Code	TVJC
KNEC Code	37624002
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kivaywa 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 Kivaywa 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.

Kivaywa Senior School’s Background and History.

Kivaywa Senior School, historically known as Kivaywa Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kakamega county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C2 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Kivaywa Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Kivaywa Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kivaywa Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kivaywa Senior School is TVJC.

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

Kivaywa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kivaywa Senior School is 37624002.

5. In Which County is Kivaywa Senior School Found?

Kivaywa Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Kivaywa Senior School is a Boys Senior School.

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

Kivaywa Senior School was formerly called Kivaywa Secondary School.

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

Kivaywa Senior School is now classified as a C2 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Kivaywa Senior School Located?

Kivaywa Senior School is found in Matete Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kivaywa 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.