Gitweku Senior School (formerly called Gitweku Secondary School) is a C3 Public Girls Senior School that is physically located in Murang’A County, Kahuro Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gitweku Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Gitweku Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gitweku Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Girls
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Kahuro
UIC Code	74DV
KNEC Code	10238110
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gitweku 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 Gitweku 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.

Gitweku Senior School’s Background and History.

Gitweku Senior School, historically known as Gitweku 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  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Gitweku Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gitweku Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Gitweku Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Gitweku Senior School is 74DV.

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

Gitweku Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Gitweku Senior School is 10238110.

5. In Which County is Gitweku Senior School Found?

Gitweku Senior School is located in Murang’A County.

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

Gitweku Senior School is a Girls Senior School.

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

Gitweku Senior School was formerly called Gitweku Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Gitweku Senior School Located?

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

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

Gitweku 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.