Kenya will participate in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) for the first time in September 2025. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) will lead this initiative which will evaluate the country’s education system on a global platform.
PISA an international assessment conducted by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), tests 15 to 16-year-old students on how well they can apply their knowledge in reading, mathematics and science to real life situations.
The assessment focuses on critical thinking and problem-solving skills rather than memorization. This approach aligns with Kenya’s new Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.
Kenya’s participation in PISA is expected to provide vital data that will shape future education policies. By comparing Kenyan students’ performance with international standards, the country will identify strengths and weaknesses in its education system. This data will guide curriculum development, teacher training improvements and fair distribution of resources to schools.
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The assessment will involve a representative sample of schools and students. However, the findings will influence teaching and learning practices across the country. KNEC has called on education stakeholders including school leaders, teachers, parents and communities to support the process.
Kenya views this participation as a national effort to strengthen its education system. The result will help the country understand how its learners compete globally and will inform strategies to build a more effective learning environment for future generations.
By Benedict Aoya
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