Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School (formerly called Dr. Aloo Gumbi Secondary School) is a C3 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kisumu County, Kisumu East Sub County  in the Nyanza Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding Senior School forms part of the Kisumu Education Network and has fully transitioned to a Senior School that offers Competency Based Education (CBE) Curriculum to Grade 10, 11 and 12 Learners.

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Dr. Aloo Gumbi Secondary School
School’s New Name	Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Nyanza
County	Kisumu
Sub County	Kisumu East
UIC Code	DUQY
KNEC Code	39701003
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School 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 Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School 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.

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School’s Background and History.

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School, historically known as Dr. Aloo Gumbi Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kisumu county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School.

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kisumu County, Kisumu East in the Nyanza Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Nyanza Region’s Senior Schools.

Nyanza is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School?

The UIC Code for Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is DUQY.

2. Is Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is 39701003.

5. In Which County is Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School Found?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is located in Kisumu County.

6. Does Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

7. What was Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School’s Fomer Name under the 8-4-4 Education System?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School was formerly called Dr. Aloo Gumbi Secondary School.

8. What is Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School’s New Cluster?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School Located?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School is found in Kisumu East Subcounty of Kisumu County; in the Nyanza Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School Private or Public School?

Dr. Aloo Gumbi Senior School 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.