Gikindu Senior School (formerly called Gikindu Secondary 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 Gikindu Senior 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Gikindu Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gikindu Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Girls
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Central
County	Kiambu
Sub County	Gatundu North
UIC Code	G86K
KNEC Code	11236116
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gikindu 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 Gikindu 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.

Gikindu Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gikindu Senior School.

Gikindu Senior 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. Gikindu Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Gikindu Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gikindu Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gikindu Senior School is G86K.

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

Gikindu Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gikindu Senior School is 11236116.

5. In Which County is Gikindu Senior School Found?

Gikindu Senior School is located in Kiambu County.

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

Gikindu Senior School is a Girls Senior School.

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

Gikindu Senior School was formerly called Gikindu Secondary School.

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

Gikindu Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Gikindu Senior School Located?

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

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

Gikindu 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.