Gatara Senior School (formerly called Gatara Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Murang’A County, Kahuro Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gatara Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Gatara Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gatara Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Kahuro
UIC Code	6B5U
KNEC Code	10238133
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gatara 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 Gatara 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.

Gatara Senior School’s Background and History.

Gatara Senior School, historically known as Gatara Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Murang’A county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Gatara Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gatara Senior School.

Gatara Senior School’s exact physical location is in Murang’A County, Kahuro 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. Gatara Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Gatara Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gatara Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gatara Senior School is 6B5U.

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

Gatara Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gatara Senior School is 10238133.

5. In Which County is Gatara Senior School Found?

Gatara Senior School is located in Murang’A County.

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

Gatara Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gatara Senior School was formerly called Gatara Secondary School.

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

Gatara Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Gatara Senior School Located?

Gatara Senior School is found in Kahuro Subcounty of Murang’A County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Gatara 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.