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

This Day 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Matinga Secondary School
School’s New Name	Matinga Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Makueni
Sub County	Kibwezi
UIC Code	N9NG
KNEC Code	18325220
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Matinga 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 Matinga 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.

Matinga Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Matinga Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Matinga Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Matinga Senior School is N9NG.

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

Matinga Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Matinga Senior School is 18325220.

5. In Which County is Matinga Senior School Found?

Matinga Senior School is located in Makueni County.

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

Matinga Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Matinga Senior School was formerly called Matinga Secondary School.

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

Matinga Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Matinga Senior School Located?

Matinga Senior School is found in Kibwezi Subcounty of Makueni County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Matinga 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.