Cluster 1 national schools in Kenya, totalling over 100, widely support the Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics combination for Grade 10 STEM pathways under the CBC system, as confirmed across MOE portals and listings.
This combination, listed as code 328 in official MOE documents, is one of many approved STEM options available across all clusters, including Cluster 1, which has 230 schools.
The pure sciences track prepares students for careers in engineering and the physical sciences.
C1 schools are generally the top-performing National Schools in Kenya, categorised by academic performance and resources, and are highly competitive, drawing students from all counties across the country.
Under the new CBE structure, learners transition into one of three broad pathways based on their aptitude, talents, and career interests.
Cluster 1 Schools Offering Core Math, Physics, and Chemistry
The top listed national schools offering the subject combination Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics for Grade 10 learners are as follows;
Also Read: List of Senior Schools to Offer Core Mathematics, Electricity, and Geography for Grade 10 Students
- Alliance Girls High School (Kiambu)
- Asumbi Girls High School (Homa Bay)
- Bahari Girls Secondary School (Kilifi)
- Bunyore Girls High School (Vihiga)
- Bura Girls High School (Taita Taveta)
- Chogoria Girls High School (Tharaka Nithi)
- Chewoyet Boys High School (West Pokot)
- Eregi Girls Secondary School (Kakamega)
- Friends School Kamusinga (Bungoma)
- Garbatula Boys Secondary School (Isiolo)
- Garissa High School (Garissa)
- Hola Boys Secondary School (Tana River)
- Kagumo High School (Kirinyaga)
- Kakamega School (Kakamega)
- Kapsabet Boys High School (Nandi)
- Kenya High School (Nairobi)
- Kabianga Boys Secondary School (Kericho)
- Kathiani Girls Secondary School (Machakos)
- Kipsigis Girls High School (Kericho)
- Kisii High School (Kisii)
- Lenana School (Nairobi)
- Limuru Girls High School (Kiambu)
- Loreto Limuru High School (Kiambu)
- Lugulu Girls High School (Bungoma)
- Mang’u High School (Kiambu)
- Maranda High School (Siaya)
- Maryhill Girls High School (Kiambu)
- Maseno School (Kisumu)
- Moi Forces Academy (Nairobi)
- Moi Forces Lanet High School (Nakuru)
- Moi Girls Eldoret (Uasin Gishu)
- Moi High School Kabarak (Nakuru)
- Nairobi School (Nairobi)
- Nakuru Boys High School (Nakuru)
- Nakuru Girls High School (Nakuru)
- Ngiya Girls High School (Siaya)
- Pangani Girls Secondary School (Nairobi)
- Sa Kolanya Girls Secondary School (Busia)
- Sironga Girls Secondary School (Nyamira)
- St. Joseph Chepterit Girls Secondary School (Nandi)
- Starehe Boys Centre (Nairobi)
- Starehe Girls Centre (Nairobi)
- Tenwek Boys Secondary School (Bomet)
- Turkana Girls Secondary School (Turkana)
- Utumishi Academy (Nakuru)
- Wajir Boys High School (Wajir)
- Wajir Girls Secondary School (Wajir)
Pathways Offered
A key feature of the Senior School level is the introduction of Pathways, allowing students to specialise based on their talents, interests, and career goals.
Also Read: Kenya’s Top 20 Schools Offering STEM Subjects for Grade 10 Placement
C1 schools are generally well-equipped to offer all three:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): For students interested in pure sciences, applied sciences, and technical studies.
- Social Sciences: For students inclined towards humanities, business, languages, and social studies.
- Arts & Sports Science: For students focusing on creative arts, performance, and athletic development.
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