Tarach Senior School – Turkana

Tarach Senior School: KNEC Code, Admissions & CBC Pathways 2026

Tarach Senior School (formerly Tarach Secondary School) is a C3 Public Mixed school located in Turkana County, Turkana West Sub-county, Kenya.

This Boarding institution is part of the Turkana education network and has transitioned to a Senior School hosting Grades 10, 11, and 12 learners under the CBC framework.

  • Cluster: C3
  • Turkana County
  • Mixed
  • Public
  • SNE: Regular None
Official campus view of Tarach Senior School (UIC: ACQB).

School Data & National Codes

Key identifiers and location details for Tarach Senior School
Official School Name Tarach Senior School
KNEC Code 21549104
UIC Code ACQB
S.N (Serial Number) 8917
Accommodation Boarding
SNE Category Regular None
Region / County Rift Valley / Turkana
Sub-County Turkana West

Tarach Senior School CBC & CBE Framework

Tarach Senior School operates as a Senior School within the Competency Based Curriculum. Students transition from Junior School to specialize in one of the main pathways:
  • STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
  • Social Sciences: Humanities and Business Studies.
  • Arts & Sports: Performing/Visual Arts and Physical Education.

Institutional Background

The school, known historically as Tarach Secondary School, has played a vital role in Turkana’s education sector. In 2024, Under the management of Hesborn Maina Wainaina, it grew to an enrolment of 322 students. Today, the institution maintains its status as a C3 Public senior school.

Contact Tarach Senior School

Location: Turkana West Sub-County, Turkana County, Rift Valley RegionPrimary Phone: Secondary Phone: 712156897Official Email: 40_30501kakuma,wahemaina74@gmail.com

Rift Valley Region Senior Schools: What to Know

Rift Valley is geographically large and diverse. Compare senior schools using a mix of academics, pathway options, accommodation type, and co-curricular strength.
  • School category: Confirm the cluster/category and what it typically means for facilities and intake.
  • Pathway depth: Ask about subject combinations, labs/workshops, and staffing stability.
  • Logistics: If the school is far, verify travel plans, reporting dates, and termly schedules.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tarach Senior School

1. What is the KNEC code for Tarach Senior School?

The KNEC code for Tarach Senior School is 21549104.

2. Is Tarach Senior School a boarding school?

Tarach Senior School is a Boarding school.

3. What grades are taught at Tarach Senior School?

Tarach Senior School offers Senior School Grades 10, 11, and 12.

4. What is the UIC code for Tarach Senior School?

The UIC code for Tarach Senior School is ACQB.

5. In which county is Tarach Senior School located?

Tarach Senior School is in Turkana County.

6. Does Tarach Senior School admit boys or girls?

Tarach Senior School is a Mixed school.

7. What was the school’s former name?

Tarach Senior School was formerly Tarach Secondary School.

8. Who is the principal of Tarach Senior School?

Records list Hesborn Maina Wainaina.

9. What is the school cluster for Tarach Senior School?

Tarach Senior School is clustered as C3. Previously, it was categorized as County.

10. Is there SNE support?

Tarach Senior School supports Regular learners. Disability type: None.

11. How can I contact Tarach Senior School?

Call or email 40_30501kakuma,wahemaina74@gmail.com.

12. Where is Tarach Senior School located?

Tarach Senior School is in Turkana West Sub-County, Turkana County, Rift Valley Region, Kenya.

13. What is the school’s serial number (S.N)?

The serial number (S.N) is 8917.

14. What are the CBC pathways?

STEM, Social Sciences, and Arts & Sports.

15. Is Tarach Senior School a public or private school?

Tarach Senior School is a Public institution.
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