Gahumbwa Senior School (formerly called Gahumbwa Secondary School) is a C3 Public Girls Senior School that is physically located in Vihiga County, Sabatia Sub County  in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gahumbwa Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

Gahumbwa Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gahumbwa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gahumbwa Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Girls
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Western
County	Vihiga
Sub County	Sabatia
UIC Code	M4GT
KNEC Code	38622105
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gahumbwa 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 Gahumbwa 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.

Gahumbwa Senior School’s Background and History.

Gahumbwa Senior School, historically known as Gahumbwa Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Vihiga 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, Gahumbwa Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gahumbwa Senior School.

Gahumbwa Senior School’s exact physical location is in Vihiga County, Sabatia in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Western Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gahumbwa Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gahumbwa Senior School?

The UIC Code for Gahumbwa Senior School is M4GT.

2. Is Gahumbwa Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Gahumbwa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gahumbwa Senior School?

Gahumbwa Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Gahumbwa Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Gahumbwa Senior School is 38622105.

5. In Which County is Gahumbwa Senior School Found?

Gahumbwa Senior School is located in Vihiga County.

6. Does Gahumbwa Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gahumbwa Senior School is a Girls Senior School.

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

Gahumbwa Senior School was formerly called Gahumbwa Secondary School.

8. What is Gahumbwa Senior School’s New Cluster?

Gahumbwa Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gahumbwa Senior School?

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

10. Where is Gahumbwa Senior School Located?

Gahumbwa Senior School is found in Sabatia Subcounty of Vihiga County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gahumbwa Senior School Private or Public School?

Gahumbwa 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.