Ongata Barrikoi High (formerly called Ongata Barrikoi High) is a C3 Public Boys Senior School that is physically located in Narok County, Trans Mara Sout Sub County  in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Ongata Barrikoi High, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

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

Ongata Barrikoi High School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Ongata Barrikoi High
School’s New Name	Ongata Barrikoi High
Cluster	C3
Gender	Boys
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Rift Valley
County	Narok
Sub County	Trans Mara Sout
UIC Code	NQEL
KNEC Code	32587201
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Ongata Barrikoi High 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 Ongata Barrikoi High 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.

Ongata Barrikoi High’s Background and History.

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

Location of Ongata Barrikoi High.

Ongata Barrikoi High’s exact physical location is in Narok County, Trans Mara Sout in the Rift Valley Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Rift Valley Region’s Senior Schools.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ongata Barrikoi High.

1. What is the UIC Code for Ongata Barrikoi High?

The UIC Code for Ongata Barrikoi High is NQEL.

2. Is Ongata Barrikoi High a Boarding or Day School?

Ongata Barrikoi High is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Ongata Barrikoi High?

Ongata Barrikoi High offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Ongata Barrikoi High?

The Official Knec Code for Ongata Barrikoi High is 32587201.

5. In Which County is Ongata Barrikoi High Found?

Ongata Barrikoi High is located in Narok County.

6. Does Ongata Barrikoi High admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Ongata Barrikoi High is a Boys Senior School.

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

Ongata Barrikoi High was formerly called Ongata Barrikoi High.

8. What is Ongata Barrikoi High’s New Cluster?

Ongata Barrikoi High is now classified as a C3 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Ongata Barrikoi High?

Ongata Barrikoi High offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Ongata Barrikoi High Located?

Ongata Barrikoi High is found in Trans Mara Sout Subcounty of Narok County; in the Rift Valley Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Ongata Barrikoi High Private or Public School?

Ongata Barrikoi High 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.