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

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

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

School’s Old Name	Mairi Secondary School
School’s New Name	Mairi Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Kigumo
UIC Code	WECT
KNEC Code	10227316
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Mairi 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 Mairi 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.

Mairi Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Mairi Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mairi Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Mairi Senior School is WECT.

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

Mairi Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Mairi Senior School is 10227316.

5. In Which County is Mairi Senior School Found?

Mairi Senior School is located in Murang’A County.

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

Mairi Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Mairi Senior School was formerly called Mairi Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Mairi Senior School Located?

Mairi Senior School is found in Kigumo Subcounty of Murang’A County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Mairi 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.