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

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

School’s Old Name	Kiawaithanji Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kiawaithanji Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyeri
Sub County	Tetu
UIC Code	CB7R
KNEC Code	08221308
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kiawaithanji 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 Kiawaithanji 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.

Kiawaithanji Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kiawaithanji Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiawaithanji Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kiawaithanji Senior School is CB7R.

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

Kiawaithanji Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kiawaithanji Senior School is 08221308.

5. In Which County is Kiawaithanji Senior School Found?

Kiawaithanji Senior School is located in Nyeri County.

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

Kiawaithanji Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kiawaithanji Senior School was formerly called Kiawaithanji Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Kiawaithanji Senior School Located?

Kiawaithanji Senior School is found in Tetu Subcounty of Nyeri County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kiawaithanji 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.