Kiaguthu (formerly called Kiaguthu) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Nyeri County, Nyeri South Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Kiaguthu, 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.

Kiaguthu School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Kiaguthu
School’s New Name	Kiaguthu
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyeri
Sub County	Nyeri South
UIC Code	WQN4
KNEC Code	08237006
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kiaguthu 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 Kiaguthu 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.

Kiaguthu’s Background and History.

Kiaguthu, historically known as Kiaguthu, 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, Kiaguthu admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Kiaguthu.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiaguthu.

1. What is the UIC Code for Kiaguthu?

The UIC Code for Kiaguthu is WQN4.

2. Is Kiaguthu a Boarding or Day School?

Kiaguthu is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Kiaguthu?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Kiaguthu?

The Official Knec Code for Kiaguthu is 08237006.

5. In Which County is Kiaguthu Found?

Kiaguthu is located in Nyeri County.

6. Does Kiaguthu admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Kiaguthu is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kiaguthu was formerly called Kiaguthu.

8. What is Kiaguthu’s New Cluster?

Kiaguthu is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Kiaguthu?

Kiaguthu offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Kiaguthu Located?

Kiaguthu is found in Nyeri South Subcounty of Nyeri County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Kiaguthu Private or Public School?

Kiaguthu 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.