KEY FEATURES OF CBC

Students lead their own progress - teachers guide instead of direct.
Continuous checks keep track of how you're doing - using real work, collections of tasks, or hands-on shows instead of big stressful tests.
- Hands-on Abilities: Work on real-world talents such as tackling challenges, collaborating with others, or handling tech tools.
Parents help kids learn by getting involved in school stuff - so progress grows when families step in.

TRANSITION TO COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION (CBE)

In April 2025, Kenya shifted from CBC to CBE - this move responded to rollout issues while pushing for hands-on learning, lower costs, better access. Instead of just theory, CBE builds on what CBC started but focuses more on real-life abilities, equal chances for all, prep for jobs

CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTATION

Public schools usually don't have enough supplies or tech gear to make things work well - so efforts fall short. Equipment shortages slow progress, while limited access holds students back despite best intentions.
- Teacher Training: Keeping skills up-to-date matters a lot, yet it takes time plus money.
- Parents confused: moving away from old 8-4-4 setup made it tough for some to grasp what’s expected of them or how things work now.

CBE KEY CHANGES

Maths is required for everyone, but shaped differently - either for science paths or arts and social studies routes.
- Career Paths: Pupils pick a focus - STEM, Arts & Sports Science, or Social Sciences.
- Better facilities: Cash going into science rooms, creative workshops, or athletic programs.