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

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

Kiriari Day Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Kiriari Day Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kiriari Day Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Embu
Sub County	Embu North
UIC Code	6CLY
KNEC Code	14355111
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kiriari Day 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 Kiriari Day 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.

Kiriari Day Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kiriari Day Senior School.

Kiriari Day Senior School’s exact physical location is in Embu County, Embu North in the Eastern Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Eastern Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiriari Day Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Kiriari Day Senior School?

The UIC Code for Kiriari Day Senior School is 6CLY.

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

Kiriari Day Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Kiriari Day Senior School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Kiriari Day Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Kiriari Day Senior School is 14355111.

5. In Which County is Kiriari Day Senior School Found?

Kiriari Day Senior School is located in Embu County.

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

Kiriari Day Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kiriari Day Senior School was formerly called Kiriari Day Secondary School.

8. What is Kiriari Day Senior School’s New Cluster?

Kiriari Day Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Kiriari Day Senior School Located?

Kiriari Day Senior School is found in Embu North Subcounty of Embu County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Kiriari Day Senior School Private or Public School?

Kiriari Day 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.