Kericho County public schools have welcomed Junior Secondary students into newly constructed classrooms, marking a major step in improving learning conditions and supporting the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Kericho County Director of Education, Mr. Julius Ngoneshi, confirmed the completion of 155 classrooms across 32 public schools in the first phase of the project. Phase two, comprising 160 additional classrooms, is 93% complete, with designs aimed at providing spacious, modern, and conducive learning environments.
The Grade 9 classrooms are integrated within public primary schools to ensure a seamless transition for learners, Mr. Ngoneshi said. The third and fourth phases, involving 21 and 86 classrooms respectively, are expected to be completed within the next month.
To accommodate the growing student population, 33 schools in Chaik and Kipchimchim zones have additional classrooms, while older classrooms are undergoing renovations. Efforts to equip schools with learning materials are also ongoing, with 85% of textbooks already distributed.
A total of 477 new teachers have been recruited and deployed to support the increased student numbers, ensuring smooth operations as the first term begins.
Students have reported smoothly for the first term, and we assure both teachers and learners of the government’s continued support, Mr. Ngoneshi added.