St Pauls Githakwa Senior School (formerly called St Pauls Githakwa Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Nyeri County, Tetu Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about St Pauls Githakwa Senior School, 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.

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	St Pauls Githakwa Secondary School
School’s New Name	St Pauls Githakwa Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Nyeri
Sub County	Tetu
UIC Code	5XE5
KNEC Code	08221203
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

St Pauls Githakwa 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 St Pauls Githakwa 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.

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School’s Background and History.

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School, historically known as St Pauls Githakwa Secondary School, 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, St Pauls Githakwa Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of St Pauls Githakwa Senior School.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About St Pauls Githakwa Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for St Pauls Githakwa Senior School?

The UIC Code for St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is 5XE5.

2. Is St Pauls Githakwa Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at St Pauls Githakwa Senior School?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for St Pauls Githakwa Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is 08221203.

5. In Which County is St Pauls Githakwa Senior School Found?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is located in Nyeri County.

6. Does St Pauls Githakwa Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

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

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School was formerly called St Pauls Githakwa Secondary School.

8. What is St Pauls Githakwa Senior School’s New Cluster?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at St Pauls Githakwa Senior School?

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

10. Where is St Pauls Githakwa Senior School Located?

St Pauls Githakwa Senior School is found in Tetu Subcounty of Nyeri County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a St Pauls Githakwa Senior School Private or Public School?

St Pauls Githakwa 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.