How scramble for national schools is exposing deep educational gaps

Students during Grade 10 admission at Kisumu Boys High School.[Michael Mute, Standard]

As placement of learners into senior secondary schools begins mid-year, fresh data from the 2025 KCSE results is exposing uncomfortable truths about the cost, equity, and outcomes of Kenya’s most prestigious national schools.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited 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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