Kamuiru Senior School (formerly called Kamuiru Secondary School) is a C2 Public Boys Senior School that is physically located in Kirinyaga County, Kirinyaga Centra Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Kamuiru Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Kamuiru Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kamuiru Senior School
Cluster	C2
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Central
County	Kirinyaga
Sub County	Kirinyaga Centra
UIC Code	GZS5
KNEC Code	9203403
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kamuiru 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 Kamuiru 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.

Kamuiru Senior School’s Background and History.

Kamuiru Senior School, historically known as Kamuiru 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  C2 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Kamuiru Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Kamuiru Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kamuiru Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kamuiru Senior School is GZS5.

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

Kamuiru Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kamuiru Senior School is 9203403.

5. In Which County is Kamuiru Senior School Found?

Kamuiru Senior School is located in Kirinyaga County.

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

Kamuiru Senior School is a Boys Senior School.

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

Kamuiru Senior School was formerly called Kamuiru Secondary School.

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

Kamuiru Senior School is now classified as a C2 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Kamuiru Senior School Located?

Kamuiru Senior School is found in Kirinyaga Centra Subcounty of Kirinyaga County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kamuiru 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.