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

This Day Senior School forms part of the Makueni 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. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	St. Padre Pio Nthia Secondary School
School’s New Name	St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Makueni
Sub County	Makindu
UIC Code	QYLR
KNEC Code	18348119
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

St. Padre Pio Nthia 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. Padre Pio Nthia 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. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School.

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School’s exact physical location is in Makueni County, Makindu 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. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School?

The UIC Code for St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is QYLR.

2. Is St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is 18348119.

5. In Which County is St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School Found?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is located in Makueni County.

6. Does St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

7. What was St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School’s Fomer Name under the 8-4-4 Education System?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School was formerly called St. Padre Pio Nthia Secondary School.

8. What is St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School’s New Cluster?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School Located?

St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School is found in Makindu Subcounty of Makueni County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a St. Padre Pio Nthia Senior School Private or Public School?

St. Padre Pio Nthia 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.