National Curriculum Policy 2019

Abstract

Global trends in education and training are shifting their focus towards programmes that encourage optimal development of human capital. Proponents for this change argue that unless young people’s skills are developed for work, they will be ultimately excluded from active participation in their societies. In line with the global trends, Kenya needs to align itself to this paradigm shift in education. This implies the need to have defined competencies at various education levels in order to adequately measure the learning achievements of learners. This Policy Framework affirms that the curriculum will be competence based in order to assure the desired outcomes at each level which would facilitate progression of learners with diverse interests and abilities. This Policy document therefore consolidates the various parameters that are essential for the envisaged education curriculum and also provides a framework for governance and management of the implementation of the reform process...