New dawn: 'First-born' class of CBE transitions to senior school

Kakamega Hill School, Junior school assessment candidates being frisked before entering examination room on October 27, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa/ Standard]

The journey of Competency Based Education (CBE) began in 2017 and the initial transition from junior to senior schools is on the horizon, with the pioneer class expected to report on January 12, 2026.

Following an assessment, the education stakeholders say it has moved away from previous high stake and competitive process to a more holistic approach that values practical skills, creativity, critical thinking, problem solving as well as continuous learning and growth.