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

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

School’s Old Name	Gitugu Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gitugu Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Kangema
UIC Code	HF3F
KNEC Code	10229211
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gitugu 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 Gitugu 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.

Gitugu Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Gitugu Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gitugu Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gitugu Senior School is HF3F.

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

Gitugu Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gitugu Senior School is 10229211.

5. In Which County is Gitugu Senior School Found?

Gitugu Senior School is located in Murang’A County.

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

Gitugu Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Gitugu Senior School was formerly called Gitugu Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Gitugu Senior School Located?

Gitugu Senior School is found in Kangema Subcounty of Murang’A County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Gitugu 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.