CBC age structure explained: Why senior school starts at 15

Kenya’sCompetency-Based Curriculum(CBC) continues to reshape the country’s education journey, with age-appropriate placement emerging as one of its most defining features.One of the biggest shifts is the age at which learners are expected to join senior school Grade 10 now set at 15–16 years, which the government says is a deliberate move aimed at protecting young adolescents, supporting healthy development, and ensuring readiness for specialised pathways.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUnlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans TodayUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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One of the biggest shifts is the age at which learners are expected to join senior school Grade 10 now set at 15–16 years, which the government says is a deliberate move aimed at protecting young adolescents, supporting healthy development, and ensuring readiness for specialised pathways.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUnlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans TodayUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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