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

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

Gathiriga School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gathiriga
School’s New Name	Gathiriga
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyandarua
Sub County	Kipipiri
UIC Code	469E
KNEC Code	07215235
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gathiriga 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 Gathiriga 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.

Gathiriga’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gathiriga.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gathiriga.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gathiriga?

The UIC Code for Gathiriga is 469E.

2. Is Gathiriga a Boarding or Day School?

Gathiriga is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gathiriga?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Gathiriga?

The Official Knec Code for Gathiriga is 07215235.

5. In Which County is Gathiriga Found?

Gathiriga is located in Nyandarua County.

6. Does Gathiriga admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gathiriga is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gathiriga was formerly called Gathiriga.

8. What is Gathiriga’s New Cluster?

Gathiriga is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gathiriga?

Gathiriga offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Gathiriga Located?

Gathiriga is found in Kipipiri Subcounty of Nyandarua County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gathiriga Private or Public School?

Gathiriga 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.