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KICD releases the approved CBC textbooks and their prices as the school reopens.  KICD releases the approved CBC textbooks and their prices as the school reopens, As parents continue to prepare for the reopening of schools, the government has finally released the list and prices of approved books in response to the growing public outcry over the sale of counterfeit, unapproved books for the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) by certain businesspeople. To assist parents in purchasing genuine teaching resources, the government, via the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), released a list of all the authorized CBC materials over the weekend. To…

KNEC to Release KPSEA Results on Monday. The Ministry of Education has declared that the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) results will be made public by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC). The ministry asked parents of students who took the KPSEA to check their results as soon as the link opens, according to a news release signed by Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos on January 4. The statement stated, in part, that “the week beginning January 6, 2025, the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment learner reports will be accessible on school portals.” For students in Grade 6,…

Govt Releases 2025 Academic Calendar and School Opening Date. The Ministry of Education has officially released the 2025 school opening dates, ensuring clarity for parents, teachers, and students as they prepare for the new academic year. Below are the key details, including term schedules and holiday breaks. 2025 School Opening Dates Overview TermOpening DateClosing DateDurationTerm 1January 6, 2025April 4, 202513 WeeksHalf Term (Term 1)February 26, 2025March 2, 20255 DaysApril HolidayApril 7, 2025April 25, 20253 WeeksTerm 2April 28, 2025August 1, 202514 WeeksHalf Term (Term 2)June 25, 2025June 29, 20255 DaysAugust HolidayAugust 4, 2025August 22, 20253 WeeksTerm 3August 25, 2025October 24, 20259 Weeks Key Highlights:…

Education PS announces dates for KCSE 2024 exam results release. As the national examinations council scrambles to complete the score and grade analysis, the Education Ministry has calmed concerns over delays in the 2024 Form Four test results release. Belio Kipsang, the principal secretary for basic education, stated on Thursday that the results of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education examinations will be released on schedule, maintaining that the dates will be the same as in 2023. According to Dr. Kipsang, the Kenya National Examinations Council (Knec) has been announcing results in January for the past two years. Dr. Kipsang…

TSC JSS Recruitment Scoresheet for teachers. Introduction The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has released clear guidelines for the recruitment of Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers in Kenya. The score sheet plays a crucial role in evaluating applicants, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the selection process. This article provides an in-depth look at the JSS score sheet, its criteria, and the application process. Understanding the JSS Score Sheet The TSC score sheet assesses applicants based on specific criteria, awarding marks accordingly. Below is a detailed breakdown of the main scoring areas: Scoring AreaMaximum ScoreProfessional Qualifications5Age20Length of Stay Since Qualification70Diploma in Primary…

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Education stakeholders demand an ideal environment for KCSE students. The public has been asked to provide a welcoming environment for candidates as more than 950,000 are scheduled to take the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. English and Chemistry papers are the first to be taken in the national exams, which will end on November 22, 2024. “Students nationwide are sitting for their papers, and the stakes are enormous. Education specialist Otoa Sifuna told Citizen Digital, “With such a large cohort of candidates, the importance of a supportive and conducive environment cannot be overstated.” Exams, according to Otoa, are…

KUCCPS announces slots in 29 KMTC courses. The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has announced additional admission slots for 29 courses at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). In the announcement on Sunday, November 3, the placement service revealed that the application was open on their official website until November 10. The slots include nine certificate courses and 21 diploma courses spread across different campuses nationwide. Opportunities are available for all students with a mean grade of C or C- depending on the course they are applying for. Some of the courses include Certificates in Community Health…

Knec is advertising 39 positions; apply by November 5, 2024. THE KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL EXTERNAL VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is a State corporation established through an Act of Parliament (CAP 225A, Laws of Kenya), which was repealed by the Kenya National Examinations Council Act No. 29 of 2012, to conduct school and post-school examinations within Kenya as it may consider desirable in the public interest and to award certificates or diplomas to successful candidates in such examinations. The Council invites competent, self-motivated, and qualified professionals for the following vacant positions:  1. DEPUTY DIRECTOR, PLANNING AND STRATEGY,…