What our education system should look out for in children

Less than 15 per cent of adolescents in 20 counties in Kenya can demonstrate values and life skills proficiently. [iStockphoto]

Education, much like the law of nature, follows a distinguishing and succinct path. All of us are gifted differently which is why some children find it easy scoring an 'A' in mathematics but difficult to recite a poem.

Some students are best on the field but struggle in academic work. With this in mind, we should crystalise education to better help the child become a positive contributor in society.