Thinu Senior School – Machakos

Thinu Senior School: KNEC Code, Admissions & CBC Pathways

Thinu Senior School (formerly Thinu Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed school located in Machakos County, Kathiani Sub-county, Kenya.

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

  • Cluster: C4
  • Machakos County
  • Mixed
  • Public
  • SNE: Regular None
Official campus view of Thinu Senior School (UIC: 64J4).

School Data & National Codes

Key identifiers and location details for Thinu Senior School
Official School Name Thinu Senior School
KNEC Code 12329114
UIC Code 64J4
S.N (Serial Number) 4653
Accommodation Day
SNE Category Regular None
Region / County Eastern / Machakos
Sub-County Kathiani

Thinu Senior School CBC & CBE Framework

Thinu 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 Thinu Secondary School, has played a vital role in Machakos’s education sector. In 2024, Under the management of Joshua Kathau, it grew to an enrolment of 149 students. Today, the institution maintains its status as a C4 Public senior school.

Contact Thinu Senior School

Location: Kathiani Sub-County, Machakos County, Eastern RegionPrimary Phone: Secondary Phone: 721454463Official Email: Kathaujoshua@gmail.com

Eastern Region Senior Schools: What to Know

Eastern Region covers a large area with both urban centers and remote localities. School choice often depends on distance, accommodation, and pathway availability.
  • Distance & access: Confirm transport options and reporting logistics if the school is far from home.
  • Pathway availability: Not every school offers all options—ask what combinations are supported.
  • Student support: Check academic counselling, clubs, and any SNE provisions where relevant.
Browse: Eastern Region Senior Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thinu Senior School

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

The KNEC code for Thinu Senior School is 12329114.

2. Is Thinu Senior School a boarding school?

Thinu Senior School is a Day school.

3. What grades are taught at Thinu Senior School?

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

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

The UIC code for Thinu Senior School is 64J4.

5. In which county is Thinu Senior School located?

Thinu Senior School is in Machakos County.

6. Does Thinu Senior School admit boys or girls?

Thinu Senior School is a Mixed school.

7. What was the school’s former name?

Thinu Senior School was formerly Thinu Secondary School.

8. Who is the principal of Thinu Senior School?

Records list Joshua Kathau.

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

Thinu Senior School is clustered as C4. Previously, it was categorized as Sub County.

10. Is there SNE support?

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

11. How can I contact Thinu Senior School?

Call or email Kathaujoshua@gmail.com.

12. Where is Thinu Senior School located?

Thinu Senior School is in Kathiani Sub-County, Machakos County, Eastern Region, Kenya.

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

The serial number (S.N) is 4653.

14. What are the CBC pathways?

STEM, Social Sciences, and Arts & Sports.

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

Thinu Senior School is a Public institution.
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