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

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

Gilwatsi Senior Shool School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gilwatsi Secondary Shool
School’s New Name	Gilwatsi Senior Shool
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Vihiga
Sub County	Vihiga
UIC Code	N3ZK
KNEC Code	38604114
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gilwatsi Senior Shool 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 Gilwatsi Senior Shool 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.

Gilwatsi Senior Shool’s Background and History.

Gilwatsi Senior Shool, historically known as Gilwatsi Secondary Shool, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Vihiga 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, Gilwatsi Senior Shool admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gilwatsi Senior Shool.

Gilwatsi Senior Shool’s exact physical location is in Vihiga County, Vihiga in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Western Region’s Senior Schools.

Western is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Gilwatsi Senior Shool, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Gilwatsi Senior Shool, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gilwatsi Senior Shool.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gilwatsi Senior Shool?

The UIC Code for Gilwatsi Senior Shool is N3ZK.

2. Is Gilwatsi Senior Shool a Boarding or Day School?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gilwatsi Senior Shool?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Gilwatsi Senior Shool?

The Official Knec Code for Gilwatsi Senior Shool is 38604114.

5. In Which County is Gilwatsi Senior Shool Found?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool is located in Vihiga County.

6. Does Gilwatsi Senior Shool admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gilwatsi Senior Shool was formerly called Gilwatsi Secondary Shool.

8. What is Gilwatsi Senior Shool’s New Cluster?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gilwatsi Senior Shool?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Gilwatsi Senior Shool Located?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool is found in Vihiga Subcounty of Vihiga County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gilwatsi Senior Shool Private or Public School?

Gilwatsi Senior Shool 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.