St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School – Kisii

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School: KNEC Code, Admissions & CBC Pathways

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School (formerly St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Secondary School) is a C2 Public Girls school located in Kisii County, Sameta Sub-county, Kenya.

This Boarding institution is part of the Kisii education network and has transitioned to a Senior School hosting Grades 10, 11, and 12 learners under the CBC framework.

  • Cluster: C2
  • Kisii County
  • Girls
  • Public
  • SNE: Regular None
Official campus view of St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School (UIC: HWNZ).

School Data & National Codes

Key identifiers and location details for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School
Official School Name St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School
KNEC Code 40740104
UIC Code HWNZ
S.N (Serial Number) 3503
Accommodation Boarding
SNE Category Regular None
Region / County Nyanza / Kisii
Sub-County Sameta

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School CBC & CBE Framework

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School operates as a Senior School within the Competency Based Curriculum. Students transition from Junior School to specialize in one of the main pathways:
  • STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
  • Social Sciences: Humanities and Business Studies.
  • Arts & Sports: Performing/Visual Arts and Physical Education.

Institutional Background

The school, known historically as St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Secondary School, has played a vital role in Kisii’s education sector. In 2024, Under the management of Mellen Nyambeki Nyaberi, it grew to an enrolment of 1000 students. Today, the institution maintains its status as a C2 Public senior school.

Contact St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School

Location: Sameta Sub-County, Kisii County, Nyanza RegionPrimary Phone: Secondary Phone: 713915303 Official Email: Nstmarys@gmail.com

Nyanza Region Senior Schools: What to Know

Nyanza Region schools range from highly competitive institutions to community-based options. For the best match, confirm pathway support, accommodation, and learner support programs.

  • Pathway selection: Check which pathways are fully supported and the required subject combinations.
  • Co-curriculars: Arts, sports, and clubs can shape student development—ask what’s active.
  • Support systems: Confirm guidance, mentoring, and any SNE arrangements where needed.

Browse: Nyanza Region Senior Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School

1. What is the KNEC code for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

The KNEC code for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is 40740104.

2. Is St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School a boarding school?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is a Boarding school.

3. What grades are taught at St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School offers Senior School Grades 10, 11, and 12.

4. What is the UIC code for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

The UIC code for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is HWNZ.

5. In which county is St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School located?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is in Kisii County.

6. Does St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School admit boys or girls?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is a Girls school.

7. What was the school’s former name?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School was formerly St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Secondary School.

8. Who is the principal of St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

Records list Mellen Nyambeki Nyaberi.

9. What is the school cluster for St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is clustered as C2. Previously, it was categorized as an Extra County.

10. Is there SNE support?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School supports Regular learners. Disability type: None.

11. How can I contact St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School?

Call or email Nstmarys@gmail.com.

12. Where is St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School located?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is in Sameta Sub-County, Kisii County, Nyanza Region, Kenya.

13. What is the school’s serial number (S.N)?

The serial number (S.N) is 3503.

14. What are the CBC pathways?

STEM, Social Sciences, and Arts & Sports.

15. Is St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School a public or private school?

St. Mary’s Nyamagwa Girls Senior School is a Public institution.
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