Makwa Senior School (formerly called Makwa Secondary School) is a C3 Public Boys Senior School that is physically located in Kiambu County, Gatundu North Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Makwa Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Makwa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Makwa Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Central
County	Kiambu
Sub County	Gatundu North
UIC Code	LJHW
KNEC Code	11236119
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Makwa 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 Makwa 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.

Makwa Senior School’s Background and History.

Makwa Senior School, historically known as Makwa Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kiambu county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C3 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Makwa Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Makwa Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Makwa Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Makwa Senior School is LJHW.

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

Makwa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Makwa Senior School is 11236119.

5. In Which County is Makwa Senior School Found?

Makwa Senior School is located in Kiambu County.

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

Makwa Senior School is a Boys Senior School.

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

Makwa Senior School was formerly called Makwa Secondary School.

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

Makwa Senior School is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is Makwa Senior School Located?

Makwa Senior School is found in Gatundu North Subcounty of Kiambu County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Makwa 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.