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

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

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	St Barnabas Kathari Secondary School
School’s New Name	St Barnabas Kathari Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Embu
Sub County	Embu East
UIC Code	YGB5
KNEC Code	14333212
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

St Barnabas Kathari 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 St Barnabas Kathari 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.

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of St Barnabas Kathari Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About St Barnabas Kathari Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for St Barnabas Kathari Senior School?

The UIC Code for St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is YGB5.

2. Is St Barnabas Kathari Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at St Barnabas Kathari Senior School?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for St Barnabas Kathari Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is 14333212.

5. In Which County is St Barnabas Kathari Senior School Found?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is located in Embu County.

6. Does St Barnabas Kathari Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School was formerly called St Barnabas Kathari Secondary School.

8. What is St Barnabas Kathari Senior School’s New Cluster?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at St Barnabas Kathari Senior School?

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

10. Where is St Barnabas Kathari Senior School Located?

St Barnabas Kathari Senior School is found in Embu East Subcounty of Embu County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a St Barnabas Kathari Senior School Private or Public School?

St Barnabas Kathari 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.