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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Shagungu Secondary School
School’s New Name	Shagungu Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Kakamega East
UIC Code	5J55
KNEC Code	37616010
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Shagungu 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 Shagungu 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.

Shagungu Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Shagungu Senior School.

Shagungu Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kakamega County, Kakamega East in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Western Region’s Senior Schools.

Western is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Shagungu Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Shagungu Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Shagungu Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Shagungu Senior School is 5J55.

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

Shagungu Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Shagungu Senior School is 37616010.

5. In Which County is Shagungu Senior School Found?

Shagungu Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Shagungu Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Shagungu Senior School was formerly called Shagungu Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Shagungu Senior School Located?

Shagungu Senior School is found in Kakamega East Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Shagungu 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.