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

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

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Irigithathi Mixed Secondary School
School’s New Name	Irigithathi Mixed Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyeri
Sub County	Kieni East
UIC Code	TKYU
KNEC Code	08210209
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Irigithathi Mixed 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 Irigithathi Mixed 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.

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Irigithathi Mixed Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Irigithathi Mixed Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Irigithathi Mixed Senior School?

The UIC Code for Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is TKYU.

2. Is Irigithathi Mixed Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Irigithathi Mixed Senior School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Irigithathi Mixed Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is 08210209.

5. In Which County is Irigithathi Mixed Senior School Found?

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is located in Nyeri County.

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

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School was formerly called Irigithathi Mixed Secondary School.

8. What is Irigithathi Mixed Senior School’s New Cluster?

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Irigithathi Mixed Senior School Located?

Irigithathi Mixed Senior School is found in Kieni East Subcounty of Nyeri County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Irigithathi Mixed Senior School Private or Public School?

Irigithathi Mixed 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.