MoE’s central procurement of school books, a bad policy; heads should buy materials directly
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What to consider when settling for Grade 10 course book
As Kenya commences the historic rollout of Senior…
The injustice that 8-4-4 ‘last borns’ go through under the altar of education reforms
Education systems, much like living institutions, pass through…
Staffroom reopens, hugs reign as curriculum delayed: Teachers return to school after long break
Teachers officially reported back to school this week…
Why school opening day is an important governance moment for heads
The opening of educational institutions is always more…
How managerial cowardice, quiet firing ruin teachers’ career within private schools
Quiet firing is steadily gaining traction within private…
The culture in our secondary schools must change to accommodate the pioneer grade 10 learners under CBC
As Kenya stands on the cusp of a…
Factors to consider when settling for a grade 10 course book
Choosing a Grade 10 course book is one…
Parents must ensure that they have taken ‘teachable children’ to school as academic year begins
As schools across Kenya reopen today, January 5,…
Why understanding the flow of the syllabus is essential before critiquing the three school systems
In order to effectively critique the primary, junior…
How parents are exploited by schools in the quest for better education for their children
Across Kenya, parents are being squeezed from every…
In 2026, schools need to be intentional about performance
Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) that are rolled out…
Why calls for Junior Schools’ autonomy is a pipe dream
Anyone keeping abreast of educational matters knows about…
How to help children adjust back to school routine after long December holiday
After the long December school holiday, it is…
Junior School: The career discovery zone in Kenya’s CBE Framework
In Kenya’s Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework, Junior School…
Reasons for making reading one of new year’s resolutions
I have come to realise, the more you…
In 2026, our leaders must prioritize education by going beyond distribution of bursaries
This is my first piece in 2026. Happy…
The Great Debate: Should JSS teachers be transferred to Senior Schools?
In recent months, a significant conversation has emerged…
What grade 10 learners need to know as they transition to Senior School
As the placement of learners into Senior School…
Employing humour and jokes as a powerful pedagogical strategy
Humour is one of the most underestimated yet…
