All primary schools to host junior secondary in Kajiado county
The Kenyan government introduced the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in 2017 as a replacement for the traditional 8-4-4 system introduced in 1985 during the tenure of Kenya’s second president, the late Daniel Arap Moi. Under this new system, junior secondary schools across the country admit learners transitioning from grade 6 to grade 7, with a focus on nurturing individual talents and abilities rather than placing exclusive emphasis on academics and exam performances.
Several primary schools in Kajiado County were selected to host junior secondary schools due to their ample learning and teaching facilities and available land for expansion. Here are some of the junior secondary schools in Kajiado County:
1. Mt. Olives Adventist School
A private Christian school sponsored by the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Mt. Olives Adventist School aims to provide holistic education addressing the spiritual, intellectual, and social needs of junior high school students. The school has a track record of steadily improving academic performance.
Established in 1993, Greenyard Junior School is a mixed-day private primary school located in Ngong town. It offers both 8-4-4 and CBC curriculum, boasting excellent facilities and high academic standards.
3. Kitengela International School Founded in 2009, Kitengela International Schools is a Christian-based institution offering both primary and secondary education. The school has been recognized for its academic excellence in national examinations.
4. Redsoil Primary School
A private primary school in Ngong near Kajiado Town, Redsoil Primary School was selected by the government to host junior secondary education. It has garnered considerable interest from parents.
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5. Kidpalace Grade School
Located in Ongata Rongai, Kidpalace Grade School is a mixed day and boarding school offering preschool, primary, and junior secondary education while also nurturing talents and exposing pupils to various career opportunities.
In conclusion, these primary schools were chosen to host junior secondary education in Kajiado County due to their suitable facilities and land for expansion. Additionally, the article briefly mentions the educational landscape in Kiambu County, emphasizing the importance of choosing high schools with strong academic performance, facilities, and co-curricular activities for students.
All primary schools to host junior secondary in Kajiado county
