The Ministry of Education is transforming its educational framework from the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to the Competency-Based Education (CBE) model.
Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok hailed CBE as “the finest educational system globally,” highlighting its commitment to cultivating the unique passions and talents of each learner.
During a heartfelt thanksgiving event at Baringo High School in Eldama Ravine, Bitok underscored that this new approach represents a pivotal change, aiming to foster a generation that is both capable and self-motivated.
“CBE stands out as the premier education system worldwide because it empowers our youth to express their talents fully. We are implementing a new system called KEMIS to guarantee a seamless transition for every student from Junior School to Senior School,” Bitok stated.
He anticipates that 1.2 million children will move from Junior to Senior School, assuring that all necessary arrangements are in place for their enrollment.
Nevertheless, his comments come amidst rising dissatisfaction among teachers and parents regarding the government’s lack of clear guidelines for determining educational pathways, a crucial aspect of the new system.
This ambiguity has sparked concern in schools as 1.2 million students prepare to advance from Grade 9 to Grade 10.
In response to these challenges, the Ministry of Education has gathered over 1,000 stakeholders to refine and oversee the implementation of CBE, and has committed to hiring 24,000 new teachers this year to ensure the system is effectively supported and executed.