Understanding the 2-6-3-3-3 Education Structure
5 min read Everyone Updated Mar 2026 Quick summary: CBC is organised into a 2-6-3-3-3 structure: 2 years in pre-primary, 6 years in primary (3 lower + 3 upper), 3 years in junior secondary, 3 years in senior secondary, and 3 years in tertiary education. This article breaks down each level, its purpose, and what […]
What is the Competency-Based Curriculum
Curriculum Resources Community 4 min read Everyone Updated Mar 2026 Quick summary: The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) is Kenya’s new framework for basic education. It replaces the old 8-4-4 system with a focus on developing every learner’s potential. Instead of measuring success only by exams, CBC ensures learners gain knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes they can […]
The 7 Core Competencies Explained
6 min read Everyone Updated Mar 2026 The 7 Core Competencies Explained (With Examples) Quick summary: The CBC framework is built around seven core competencies that every learner develops from pre-primary through senior school. These competencies—ranging from Communication to Digital Literacy—are woven into every subject and activity. This article explains each competency in plain language […]