The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has asked Parliament to provide a clear legal framework for the administration of Junior Schools (JS), saying their autonomy should be protected through legislation and not administrative directives.
The union, led by its Secretary-General Akello Misori, made the submissions when it appeared before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education and Research. It was presenting its views on the proposed Education Sector Bills, 2026.
KUPPET argued that giving JSS administrative autonomy would help address leadership gaps, strengthen accountability and ensure proper allocation of resources as the country implements the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.
The union said autonomy should go beyond changing the administrative status or names of junior schools. It insisted that the institutions need clearly defined leadership structures and adequate resources to implement the secondary school curriculum effectively.
KUPPET also called for the management of JSS to be anchored in law, to provide stability and protect the institutions from uncertainty caused by administrative circulars and policy changes.
The Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) also appeared before the committee and presented its position on the proposed reforms, including the question of JSS autonomy.
KUPPET said the proposed legislative changes offer a chance to address long-standing challenges in the education sector while safeguarding teachers' professional interests. It welcomed the committee's engagement with stakeholders and said it hoped Parliament would consider the views of teachers and the practical realities facing learning institutions.
The union reiterated that a clear legislative framework will be essential in determining the future leadership, accountability and management of Junior Secondary Schools.
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