A wave of tension has swept through schools across the country following the commencement of abrupt inspection visits by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to monitor teacher performance and curriculum delivery.
The operation, currently underway in several counties, involves TSC quality assurance officers making impromptu visits to schools to assess classroom attendance, lesson progress, and compliance with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Reports indicate that many principals and head teachers were unaware of the inspections beforehand, with officers arriving unannounced to examine school records and observe teaching activities.
Among the documents under scrutiny are TPAD 2 records, schemes of work, lesson plans, and attendance registers. Officers are also verifying whether classroom teaching corresponds with submitted professional records.
The commission is reportedly paying close attention to cases of absenteeism, incomplete syllabus coverage, and inconsistencies in academic documentation.
Teachers found absent during the inspections have reportedly been asked to explain their absence through formal disciplinary procedures.
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The exercise has sparked debate within the education sector, with some stakeholders supporting the move as necessary for improving accountability and standards in schools.
However, a section of teachers believes the inspections are being conducted in a manner that creates fear and pressure among staff instead of promoting a supportive working environment.
By Kimwele Mutuku
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