New Nyaga Senior School (formerly called New Nyaga Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Murang’A County, Gatanga Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about New Nyaga 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.

New Nyaga Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	New Nyaga Secondary School
School’s New Name	New Nyaga Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Murang’A
Sub County	Gatanga
UIC Code	8A66
KNEC Code	10234304
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

New Nyaga 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 New Nyaga 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.

New Nyaga Senior School’s Background and History.

New Nyaga Senior School, historically known as New Nyaga 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, New Nyaga Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of New Nyaga Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About New Nyaga Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for New Nyaga Senior School?

The UIC Code for New Nyaga Senior School is 8A66.

2. Is New Nyaga Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

New Nyaga Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at New Nyaga Senior School?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for New Nyaga Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for New Nyaga Senior School is 10234304.

5. In Which County is New Nyaga Senior School Found?

New Nyaga Senior School is located in Murang’A County.

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

New Nyaga Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

New Nyaga Senior School was formerly called New Nyaga Secondary School.

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

New Nyaga Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

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

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

10. Where is New Nyaga Senior School Located?

New Nyaga Senior School is found in Gatanga Subcounty of Murang’A County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a New Nyaga Senior School Private or Public School?

New Nyaga 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.