Tombo (formerly called Tombo) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kakamega County, Kakamega North Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Tombo, 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.

Tombo School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Tombo
School’s New Name	Tombo
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Kakamega
Sub County	Kakamega North
UIC Code	CE4E
KNEC Code	37614311
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Tombo 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 Tombo 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.

Tombo’s Background and History.

Tombo, historically known as Tombo, 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, Tombo admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Tombo.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Tombo.

1. What is the UIC Code for Tombo?

The UIC Code for Tombo is CE4E.

2. Is Tombo a Boarding or Day School?

Tombo is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Tombo?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Tombo?

The Official Knec Code for Tombo is 37614311.

5. In Which County is Tombo Found?

Tombo is located in Kakamega County.

6. Does Tombo admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Tombo is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Tombo was formerly called Tombo.

8. What is Tombo’s New Cluster?

Tombo is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Tombo?

Tombo offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Tombo Located?

Tombo is found in Kakamega North Subcounty of Kakamega County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Tombo Private or Public School?

Tombo 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.