Taita Towett Senior School (formerly called Taita Towett Secondary School) is a C3 Public Boys Senior School that is physically located in Kericho County, Kipkelion Sub County  in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Taita Towett Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

Taita Towett Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Taita Towett Secondary School
School’s New Name	Taita Towett Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Rift Valley
County	Kericho
Sub County	Kipkelion
UIC Code	YZX9
KNEC Code	28539102
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Taita Towett 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 Taita Towett 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.

Taita Towett Senior School’s Background and History.

Taita Towett Senior School, historically known as Taita Towett Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kericho county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Taita Towett Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Taita Towett Senior School.

Taita Towett Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kericho County, Kipkelion 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. Taita Towett Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Taita Towett Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Taita Towett Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Taita Towett Senior School?

The UIC Code for Taita Towett Senior School is YZX9.

2. Is Taita Towett Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Taita Towett Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Taita Towett Senior School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Taita Towett Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Taita Towett Senior School is 28539102.

5. In Which County is Taita Towett Senior School Found?

Taita Towett Senior School is located in Kericho County.

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

Taita Towett Senior School is a Boys Senior School.

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

Taita Towett Senior School was formerly called Taita Towett Secondary School.

8. What is Taita Towett Senior School’s New Cluster?

Taita Towett Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Taita Towett Senior School Located?

Taita Towett Senior School is found in Kipkelion Subcounty of Kericho County; in the Rift Valley Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Taita Towett Senior School Private or Public School?

Taita Towett 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.