Gakoe High School (formerly called Gakoe High School) is a C3 Public Girls Senior School that is physically located in Kiambu County, Gatundu North Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gakoe High School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

Gakoe High School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gakoe High School
School’s New Name	Gakoe High School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Girls
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Central
County	Kiambu
Sub County	Gatundu North
UIC Code	C52H
KNEC Code	11236105
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gakoe High 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 Gakoe High 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.

Gakoe High School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gakoe High School.

Gakoe High School’s exact physical location is in Kiambu County, Gatundu North in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Central Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gakoe High School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gakoe High School?

The UIC Code for Gakoe High School is C52H.

2. Is Gakoe High School a Boarding or Day School?

Gakoe High School is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gakoe High School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Gakoe High School?

The Official Knec Code for Gakoe High School is 11236105.

5. In Which County is Gakoe High School Found?

Gakoe High School is located in Kiambu County.

6. Does Gakoe High School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gakoe High School is a Girls Senior School.

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

Gakoe High School was formerly called Gakoe High School.

8. What is Gakoe High School’s New Cluster?

Gakoe High School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gakoe High School?

Gakoe High School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Gakoe High School Located?

Gakoe High School is found in Gatundu North Subcounty of Kiambu County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gakoe High School Private or Public School?

Gakoe High 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.