Mariani (formerly called Mariani) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kilifi County, Ganze Sub County  in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Mariani, 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.

Mariani School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Mariani
School’s New Name	Mariani
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Coast
County	Kilifi
Sub County	Ganze
UIC Code	SAF3
KNEC Code	4116111
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mariani 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 Mariani 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.

Mariani’s Background and History.

Mariani, historically known as Mariani, 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, Mariani admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Mariani.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mariani.

1. What is the UIC Code for Mariani?

The UIC Code for Mariani is SAF3.

2. Is Mariani a Boarding or Day School?

Mariani is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Mariani?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Mariani?

The Official Knec Code for Mariani is 4116111.

5. In Which County is Mariani Found?

Mariani is located in Kilifi County.

6. Does Mariani admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Mariani is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mariani was formerly called Mariani.

8. What is Mariani’s New Cluster?

Mariani is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Mariani?

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

10. Where is Mariani Located?

Mariani is found in Ganze Subcounty of Kilifi County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Mariani Private or Public School?

Mariani 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.