Gikingi Senior School (formerly called Gikingi Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Nyandarua County, Nyandarua West Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gikingi Senior School, 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Gikingi Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gikingi Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyandarua
Sub County	Nyandarua West
UIC Code	DJGP
KNEC Code	07214118
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gikingi 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 Gikingi 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.

Gikingi Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gikingi Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gikingi Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gikingi Senior School is DJGP.

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

Gikingi Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gikingi Senior School is 07214118.

5. In Which County is Gikingi Senior School Found?

Gikingi Senior School is located in Nyandarua County.

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

Gikingi Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gikingi Senior School was formerly called Gikingi Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Gikingi Senior School Located?

Gikingi Senior School is found in Nyandarua West Subcounty of Nyandarua County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Gikingi 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.