The government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a smooth transition of junior school learners to the senior school by closing infrastructural gaps prevailing across many schools.
Isiolo County Director of Education Caroline Mugo emphasized that the government will support the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and highlighted the progress made in facilitating learning under the new system.
Ms. Mugo said that 81 out of 82 public junior schools in the county already have Grade Nine classrooms, with the remaining one institution already under construction to ensure all schools prepare students well for admission into Senior School next year.
The education officer commended the government, education stakeholders, and other partners for their collaborative efforts in enhancing the education sector.
“Our primary focus is to improve learning outcomes across the county,” Mugo stated, assuring parents and stakeholders that the Ministry of Education was committed to addressing any remaining infrastructural gaps.
In response to concerns raised last year regarding the transition to Grade Nine, Mugo noted that the measures implemented had ensured a smooth progression for students.
She assured parents that preparations for the transition to Grade 10 are well underway, with the Ministry of Education in the final stages of developing comprehensive guidelines.
She highlighted the Ministry’s ongoing support through capitation and infrastructure development to enhance learning conditions.
Ms. Mugo revealed that Phase Four classrooms are nearing completion, further strengthening the county’s capacity to accommodate the growing student population.
“The government remains dedicated to improving education standards and ensuring that every learner has access to a conducive learning environment,” she added.
She said that the government is conducting sensitization programs in the county, especially in remote areas, on the changes in the education sector and encouraging them to embrace them to ensure that all children remain in schools.
By Brenda Kanana and David Nduro
