Shikomari Senior Secondary School is a public mixed day school offering senior secondary education (Grades 10-12) under Kenyaa Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Its located in Navakholo Sub-County, Kakamega County in western Kenya.
Shikomari Senior School (formally known as ACK St. Stephen's Shikomari Secondary School) is a public, mixed-gender day school located in Navakholo Sub-County, Kakamega County, Kenya.
School Overview
School Profile
- Type: Public Secondary School
- Gender: Mixed (boys and girls)
- Level: Senior School (Grades 10, 11 & 12)
- Accommodation: Day school (students return home after classes)
- Cluster Category: C4 according to national classification (Cluster 4 senior school)
- KNEC Code: 37632305
- UIC Code: QHPN
- Serial Number (S.N): 2317
- Status: Fully transitioned into a Senior School under Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
- Grades Offered: Hosts Grades 10, 11, and 12 learners.
- Pathway Specializations: Students joining Grade 10 specialize in chosen Competency-Based Education (CBE) tracks.
- Classification Code: Registered under Unique Institution Code (UIC) QHPN and KNEC Code 37632305.
- Sponsorship: Managed as a public school with roots in the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) network.
Shikomari Senior Secondary School was previously known simply as Shikomari Secondary School and has retained its role as an educational institution serving students from across the Navakholo area and beyond.
Location & Contacts
- Physical Location: North Butsotso area, Navakholo Constituency, near Kakamega Town.
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 2466 – 50100 Kakamega, Kenya
Academic Focus
The school follows the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) for senior secondary education. This means students choose one of several learning pathways based on their interests and strengths. Key pathways include:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) for students interested in sciences and technical studies
- Social Sciences & Business Studies for learners focused on humanities, business, and languages
This structure is designed to help students prepare not just for exams, but also for future careers and further education by emphasizing practical skills, critical thinking, and real-world application.
Community & Purpose
As a public school, Shikomari serves as an important educational hub for its community. It caters largely to day students who come from neighbouring areas and families. Being a mixed institution, it supports inclusive education for both boys and girls.
The school transition to the senior school system reflects Kenya broader shift to CBC, aimed at preparing learners with not only academic knowledge but also competencies valued in the 21st century.
What It Offers (in a nutshell)
- Comprehensive senior secondary education within the CBC framework
- Opportunities to specialise in STEM, social sciences, arts tracks
- A day-school environment fostering interaction with family and community
- A public setting that is accessible to many learners in the Navakholo and Kakamega area
