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

Palakumi School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Palakumi
School’s New Name	Palakumi
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Coast
County	Kilifi
Sub County	Kauma
UIC Code	PX4T
KNEC Code	4128102
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Palakumi 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 Palakumi 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.

Palakumi’s Background and History.

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

Location of Palakumi.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Palakumi.

1. What is the UIC Code for Palakumi?

The UIC Code for Palakumi is PX4T.

2. Is Palakumi a Boarding or Day School?

Palakumi is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Palakumi?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Palakumi?

The Official Knec Code for Palakumi is 4128102.

5. In Which County is Palakumi Found?

Palakumi is located in Kilifi County.

6. Does Palakumi admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Palakumi is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Palakumi was formerly called Palakumi.

8. What is Palakumi’s New Cluster?

Palakumi is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Palakumi?

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

10. Where is Palakumi Located?

Palakumi is found in Kauma Subcounty of Kilifi County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Palakumi Private or Public School?

Palakumi 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.