Gikandu Senior School – Public (formerly called Gikandu Secondary School – Public) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Murang’A County, Murang’A East Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gikandu Senior School – Public, 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.

Gikandu Senior School – Public School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gikandu Secondary School – Public
School’s New Name	Gikandu Senior School – Public
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Murang’A East
UIC Code	UNT2
KNEC Code	10204104
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gikandu Senior School – Public 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 Gikandu Senior School – Public 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.

Gikandu Senior School – Public’s Background and History.

Gikandu Senior School – Public, historically known as Gikandu Secondary School – Public, 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, Gikandu Senior School – Public admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gikandu Senior School – Public.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gikandu Senior School – Public.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gikandu Senior School – Public?

The UIC Code for Gikandu Senior School – Public is UNT2.

2. Is Gikandu Senior School – Public a Boarding or Day School?

Gikandu Senior School – Public is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gikandu Senior School – Public?

Gikandu Senior School – Public offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Gikandu Senior School – Public?

The Official Knec Code for Gikandu Senior School – Public is 10204104.

5. In Which County is Gikandu Senior School – Public Found?

Gikandu Senior School – Public is located in Murang’A County.

6. Does Gikandu Senior School – Public admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gikandu Senior School – Public is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gikandu Senior School – Public was formerly called Gikandu Secondary School – Public.

8. What is Gikandu Senior School – Public’s New Cluster?

Gikandu Senior School – Public is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gikandu Senior School – Public?

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

10. Where is Gikandu Senior School – Public Located?

Gikandu Senior School – Public is found in Murang’A East Subcounty of Murang’A County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gikandu Senior School – Public Private or Public School?

Gikandu Senior School – Public 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.