Ndigwa Senior School (formerly called Ndigwa Secondary School) is a C3 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Siaya County, Rarieda Sub County  in the Nyanza Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Ndigwa Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

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

School’s Old Name	Ndigwa Secondary School
School’s New Name	Ndigwa Senior School
Cluster	C3
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Nyanza
County	Siaya
Sub County	Rarieda
UIC Code	C3ZA
KNEC Code	42721105
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Ndigwa 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 Ndigwa 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.

Ndigwa Senior School’s Background and History.

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

Location of Ndigwa Senior School.

Ndigwa Senior School’s exact physical location is in Siaya County, Rarieda in the Nyanza Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Nyanza Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ndigwa Senior School.

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

The UIC Code for Ndigwa Senior School is C3ZA.

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

Ndigwa Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

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

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

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

The Official Knec Code for Ndigwa Senior School is 42721105.

5. In Which County is Ndigwa Senior School Found?

Ndigwa Senior School is located in Siaya County.

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

Ndigwa Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Ndigwa Senior School was formerly called Ndigwa Secondary School.

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

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

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

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

10. Where is Ndigwa Senior School Located?

Ndigwa Senior School is found in Rarieda Subcounty of Siaya County; in the Nyanza Region of the Republic of Kenya.

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

Ndigwa 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.