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

This Day 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.

Mache School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Mache
School’s New Name	Mache
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Kakamega North
UIC Code	D82F
KNEC Code	37614608
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mache 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 Mache 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.

Mache’s Background and History.

Mache, historically known as Mache, 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  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Mache admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Mache.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mache.

1. What is the UIC Code for Mache?

The UIC Code for Mache is D82F.

2. Is Mache a Boarding or Day School?

Mache is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Mache?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Mache?

The Official Knec Code for Mache is 37614608.

5. In Which County is Mache Found?

Mache is located in Kakamega County.

6. Does Mache admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Mache is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mache was formerly called Mache.

8. What is Mache’s New Cluster?

Mache is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Mache?

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

10. Where is Mache Located?

Mache is found in Kakamega North Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Mache Private or Public School?

Mache 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.