Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School (formerly called Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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 Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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.

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Hon. Kiragu Stephen Secondary School
School’s New Name	Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Kirinyaga
Sub County	Mwea West
UIC Code	PJZF
KNEC Code	9239112
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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 Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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.

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School’s Background and History.

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School, historically known as Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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, Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School.

Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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. Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School?

The UIC Code for Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is PJZF.

2. Is Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is 9239112.

5. In Which County is Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School Found?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is located in Kirinyaga County.

6. Does Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School was formerly called Hon. Kiragu Stephen Secondary School.

8. What is Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School’s New Cluster?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School?

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

10. Where is Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School Located?

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

11. Is a Hon. Kiragu Stephen Senior School Private or Public School?

Hon. Kiragu Stephen 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.