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

Mekatilili Memorial School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Mekatilili Memorial
School’s New Name	Mekatilili Memorial
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Coast
County	Kilifi
Sub County	Malindi
UIC Code	3595
KNEC Code	4107121
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mekatilili Memorial 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 Mekatilili Memorial 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.

Mekatilili Memorial’s Background and History.

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

Location of Mekatilili Memorial.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mekatilili Memorial.

1. What is the UIC Code for Mekatilili Memorial?

The UIC Code for Mekatilili Memorial is 3595.

2. Is Mekatilili Memorial a Boarding or Day School?

Mekatilili Memorial is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Mekatilili Memorial?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Mekatilili Memorial?

The Official Knec Code for Mekatilili Memorial is 4107121.

5. In Which County is Mekatilili Memorial Found?

Mekatilili Memorial is located in Kilifi County.

6. Does Mekatilili Memorial admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Mekatilili Memorial is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mekatilili Memorial was formerly called Mekatilili Memorial.

8. What is Mekatilili Memorial’s New Cluster?

Mekatilili Memorial is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Mekatilili Memorial?

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

10. Where is Mekatilili Memorial Located?

Mekatilili Memorial is found in Malindi Subcounty of Kilifi County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Mekatilili Memorial Private or Public School?

Mekatilili Memorial 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.