Kenya Primary Schools Ready for 2024 KPSEA: Final Preparations Complete.
Kenya’s primary schools are fully prepared for the 2024 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) set to begin on Monday. This national assessment, part of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), marks a key step for Grade 6 students, who will complete their tests over three days. Rehearsals held Friday allowed students and teachers to prepare thoroughly, ensuring that every detail is in place for a smooth, stress-free experience.
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has confirmed all preparations are complete. Across the country, primary schools reviewed instructions with students and helped them set up assessment rooms by removing any visual aids from walls and cleaning desks. According to Johnson Nzioka, Chairman of the Kenya Primary Schools Heads Association, this year’s assessment has a calmer atmosphere, free from the intense competition typically associated with final exams. “Our teachers feel well-prepared to lead these assessments, thanks to KNEC’s support,” Nzioka shared.
In private schools, preparations have been equally diligent. Kenya Private Schools Association Chairman Charles Ochome expressed confidence in his schools’ readiness, emphasizing efforts to keep students and staff relaxed. “We’re focusing on a positive mindset shift for our students, aiming for a supportive and calm environment,” Ochome said.
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This year’s KPSEA will mark the first time Kenyan primary students will complete the assessment without also taking the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE). The transition to KPSEA represents a departure from the high-stakes environment of past exams, where competition ran high. Now, 1.3 million Grade 6 students will be evaluated based on the more flexible CBC structure, designed to foster individual growth and reduce test-related stress. Therefore, The change reflects a broader shift in Kenya’s education system towards competency-based learning, emphasizing skills over rote memorization.
Education Cabinet Secretary Dr. Julius Ogamba announced plans to further align the CBC curriculum with university requirements by 2029. While speaking at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa’s graduation ceremony, Dr. Ogamba encouraged universities to prioritize research and innovation to support the CBC’s expansion. “Universities should work diligently to refine their curricula, preparing for the admission of CBC graduates by 2029,” he stated. In addition, Dr. Ogamba commended the universities for their ongoing efforts in adapting to CBC’s objectives and values, noting the importance of these institutions in shaping Kenya’s future professionals.
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Starting Monday, Grade 6 students will begin the KPSEA assessment, covering Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, Integrated Science, Creative Arts, and Social Studies over three days. This week signifies not only an assessment milestone but also an educational shift aimed at reducing exam stress while fostering individual student growth. With schools and institutions thoroughly prepared, the 2024 KPSEA will offer students a supportive environment in which to demonstrate their skills and knowledge under Kenya’s evolving CBC framework.
Kenya Primary Schools Ready for 2024 KPSEA: Final Preparations Complete
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