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

This Day Senior School forms part of the Kitui 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. Patricks Nzawa Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	St. Patricks Nzawa Secondary School
School’s New Name	St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Kitui
Sub County	Mwingi West
UIC Code	2UPQ
KNEC Code	13339216
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

St. Patricks Nzawa 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. Patricks Nzawa 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. Patricks Nzawa Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School.

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kitui County, Mwingi West 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. Patricks Nzawa Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School?

The UIC Code for St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is 2UPQ.

2. Is St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is 13339216.

5. In Which County is St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School Found?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is located in Kitui County.

6. Does St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School was formerly called St. Patricks Nzawa Secondary School.

8. What is St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School’s New Cluster?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School?

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

10. Where is St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School Located?

St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School is found in Mwingi West Subcounty of Kitui County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a St. Patricks Nzawa Senior School Private or Public School?

St. Patricks Nzawa 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.