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

This Day 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.

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

School’s Old Name	Ndarugu Secondary School
School’s New Name	Ndarugu Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Kiambu
Sub County	Gatundu South
UIC Code	YTVR
KNEC Code	11212124
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Ndarugu 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 Ndarugu 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.

Ndarugu Senior School’s Background and History.

Ndarugu Senior School, historically known as Ndarugu 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  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Ndarugu Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Ndarugu Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ndarugu Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Ndarugu Senior School is YTVR.

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

Ndarugu Senior School is a Day Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Ndarugu Senior School is 11212124.

5. In Which County is Ndarugu Senior School Found?

Ndarugu Senior School is located in Kiambu County.

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

Ndarugu Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Ndarugu Senior School was formerly called Ndarugu Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Ndarugu Senior School Located?

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

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

Ndarugu 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.