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Ngunguru in Nyeri

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

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

Ngunguru School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name Ngunguru
School’s New Name Ngunguru
Cluster C4
Gender Mixed
Accomodation Type Day
Region Central
County Nyeri
Sub County Mathira West
UIC Code X5RQ
KNEC Code 08218103
Type of School Public
Regular or SNE Regular
Disability Type None

Ngunguru 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 Ngunguru 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.

Ngunguru’s Background and History.

Ngunguru, historically known as Ngunguru, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Nyeri 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, Ngunguru admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Ngunguru.

Ngunguru’s exact physical location is in Nyeri County, Mathira West 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. Ngunguru, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Ngunguru, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ngunguru.

1. What is the UIC Code for Ngunguru?

The UIC Code for Ngunguru is X5RQ.

2. Is Ngunguru a Boarding or Day School?

Ngunguru is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Ngunguru?

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

4. What is the Knec Code for Ngunguru?

The Official Knec Code for Ngunguru is 08218103.

5. In Which County is Ngunguru Found?

Ngunguru is located in Nyeri County.

6. Does Ngunguru admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Ngunguru is a Mixed Senior School.

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

Ngunguru was formerly called Ngunguru.

8. What is Ngunguru’s New Cluster?

Ngunguru is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Ngunguru?

Ngunguru offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Ngunguru Located?

Ngunguru is found in Mathira West Subcounty of Nyeri County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Ngunguru Private or Public School?

Ngunguru 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.