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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Kithunguri Secondary School
School’s New Name	Kithunguri Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Eastern
County	Meru
Sub County	Imenti South
UIC Code	MPTM
KNEC Code	15319111
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Kithunguri 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 Kithunguri 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.

Kithunguri Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Kithunguri Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kithunguri Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Kithunguri Senior School is MPTM.

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

Kithunguri Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Kithunguri Senior School is 15319111.

5. In Which County is Kithunguri Senior School Found?

Kithunguri Senior School is located in Meru County.

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

Kithunguri Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Kithunguri Senior School was formerly called Kithunguri Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Kithunguri Senior School Located?

Kithunguri Senior School is found in Imenti South Subcounty of Meru County; in the Eastern Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Kithunguri 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.