Shidodo Senior School (formerly called Shidodo 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 Shidodo 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Shidodo Secondary School
School’s New Name	Shidodo Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Kakamega East
UIC Code	CY8H
KNEC Code	37616017
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Shidodo 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 Shidodo 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.

Shidodo Senior School’s Background and History.

Shidodo Senior School, historically known as Shidodo 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, Shidodo Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Shidodo Senior School.

Shidodo 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. Shidodo Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Shidodo Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Shidodo Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Shidodo Senior School is CY8H.

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

Shidodo Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Shidodo Senior School is 37616017.

5. In Which County is Shidodo Senior School Found?

Shidodo Senior School is located in Kakamega County.

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

Shidodo Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Shidodo Senior School was formerly called Shidodo Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Shidodo Senior School Located?

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

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

Shidodo 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.