Garsen High School (formerly called Garsen High School) is a C3 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Tana River County, Tana Delta Sub County  in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Garsen High School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Garsen High School
School’s New Name	Garsen High School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Coast
County	Tana River
Sub County	Tana Delta
UIC Code	GM43
KNEC Code	5112205
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Garsen 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 Garsen 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.

Garsen High School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Garsen High School.

Garsen High School’s exact physical location is in Tana River County, Tana Delta in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Coast Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Garsen High School.

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

The UIC Code for Garsen High School is GM43.

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

Garsen High School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Garsen High School is 5112205.

5. In Which County is Garsen High School Found?

Garsen High School is located in Tana River County.

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

Garsen High School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Garsen High School was formerly called Garsen High School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Garsen High School Located?

Garsen High School is found in Tana Delta Subcounty of Tana River County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Garsen 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.