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

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

Shalom Canaan Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Shalom Canaan Secondary School
School’s New Name	Shalom Canaan Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Rift Valley
County	Laikipia
Sub County	Laikipia Central
UIC Code	KXKY
KNEC Code	30555311
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Shalom Canaan 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 Shalom Canaan 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.

Shalom Canaan Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Shalom Canaan Senior School.

Shalom Canaan Senior School’s exact physical location is in Laikipia County, Laikipia Central in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Rift Valley Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Shalom Canaan Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Shalom Canaan Senior School?

The UIC Code for Shalom Canaan Senior School is KXKY.

2. Is Shalom Canaan Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Shalom Canaan Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Shalom Canaan Senior School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Shalom Canaan Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Shalom Canaan Senior School is 30555311.

5. In Which County is Shalom Canaan Senior School Found?

Shalom Canaan Senior School is located in Laikipia County.

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

Shalom Canaan Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Shalom Canaan Senior School was formerly called Shalom Canaan Secondary School.

8. What is Shalom Canaan Senior School’s New Cluster?

Shalom Canaan Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Shalom Canaan Senior School Located?

Shalom Canaan Senior School is found in Laikipia Central Subcounty of Laikipia County; in the Rift Valley Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Shalom Canaan Senior School Private or Public School?

Shalom Canaan 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.