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

Mtepeni School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Mtepeni
School’s New Name	Mtepeni
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Coast
County	Kilifi
Sub County	Kilifi South
UIC Code	KVZU
KNEC Code	4125125
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mtepeni 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 Mtepeni 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.

Mtepeni’s Background and History.

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

Location of Mtepeni.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mtepeni.

1. What is the UIC Code for Mtepeni?

The UIC Code for Mtepeni is KVZU.

2. Is Mtepeni a Boarding or Day School?

Mtepeni is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Mtepeni?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Mtepeni?

The Official Knec Code for Mtepeni is 4125125.

5. In Which County is Mtepeni Found?

Mtepeni is located in Kilifi County.

6. Does Mtepeni admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Mtepeni is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mtepeni was formerly called Mtepeni.

8. What is Mtepeni’s New Cluster?

Mtepeni is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Mtepeni?

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

10. Where is Mtepeni Located?

Mtepeni is found in Kilifi South Subcounty of Kilifi County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Mtepeni Private or Public School?

Mtepeni 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.