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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Gitooini Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gitooini Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Kirinyaga
Sub County	Mwea West
UIC Code	S7TM
KNEC Code	9239113
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gitooini 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 Gitooini 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.

Gitooini Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gitooini Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gitooini Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gitooini Senior School is S7TM.

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

Gitooini Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gitooini Senior School is 9239113.

5. In Which County is Gitooini Senior School Found?

Gitooini Senior School is located in Kirinyaga County.

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

Gitooini Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gitooini Senior School was formerly called Gitooini Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Gitooini Senior School Located?

Gitooini Senior School is found in Mwea West Subcounty of Kirinyaga County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Gitooini 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.