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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Ishiru Secondary School
School’s New Name	Ishiru Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Western
County	Vihiga
Sub County	Hamisi
UIC Code	WGLJ
KNEC Code	38619209
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Ishiru 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 Ishiru 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.

Ishiru Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Ishiru Senior School.

Ishiru Senior School’s exact physical location is in Vihiga County, Hamisi in the Western Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Western Region’s Senior Schools.

Western is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Ishiru Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Ishiru Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ishiru Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Ishiru Senior School is WGLJ.

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

Ishiru Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Ishiru Senior School is 38619209.

5. In Which County is Ishiru Senior School Found?

Ishiru Senior School is located in Vihiga County.

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

Ishiru Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Ishiru Senior School was formerly called Ishiru Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Ishiru Senior School Located?

Ishiru Senior School is found in Hamisi Subcounty of Vihiga County; in the Western Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Ishiru 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.