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

This Day Senior School forms part of the Machakos Education Network and has fully transitioned to a Senior School that offers Competency Based Education (CBE) Curriculum to Grade 10, 11 and 12 Learners.

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

School’s Old Name	Mukalala Secondary School
School’s New Name	Mukalala Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Machakos
Sub County	Yatta
UIC Code	LS3H
KNEC Code	12315530
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mukalala 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 Mukalala 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.

Mukalala Senior School’s Background and History.

Mukalala Senior School, historically known as Mukalala Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Machakos 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, Mukalala Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Mukalala Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mukalala Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Mukalala Senior School is LS3H.

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

Mukalala Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Mukalala Senior School is 12315530.

5. In Which County is Mukalala Senior School Found?

Mukalala Senior School is located in Machakos County.

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

Mukalala Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mukalala Senior School was formerly called Mukalala Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Mukalala Senior School Located?

Mukalala Senior School is found in Yatta Subcounty of Machakos County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Mukalala 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.