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Recognising and nurturing children's intelligence outside academics

By The Standard January 11, 2026

Source: The Standard

Recognising and nurturing children's intelligence outside academics

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The Kenyan educational system and people have, for a long time, implied that for one to be considered intelligent, they have to excel in academics. This has led to frustration and diminished self-esteem among students described as average academically.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUnlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans TodaySupport Bold JournalismUnlimited 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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