KICD CBE Framework
Official Pathways
Comprehensive guide to specialized learning areas from Junior Secondary foundational blocks to Senior Secondary professional tracks.
1. Junior Secondary School
Grades 7–9: The Broad Base
Learners engage in a wide variety of subjects to discover their natural Multiple Intelligence strengths before specializing in Grade 10.
12 Compulsory Areas
English Language
Kiswahili / KSL
Core/Essential Mathematics
Integrated Science
Social Studies
Pre-Technical Education
Business Studies
Agriculture
Religious Education
Health Education
Life Skills
Sports & PE
Optional Areas (Choose 1-2)
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Home Science
Computer Science
Foreign Languages
Indigenous Languages
2. Senior Secondary School
Grades 10–12: Professional Tracks
The 11-Subject Formula
Part A: Compulsory (4)
English Language
Kiswahili or Kenyan Sign Language
Core/Essential Mathematics
Community Service Learning (CSL)
Part B: Electives (7)
Choose 7 electives matching your MI Profile. Critical Rule: Exactly 3 electives must come from your specialized track for cluster analysis and university program alignment.
STEM
Science, Tech, Eng & Math
Core Specializations
- Pure Sciences (Bio, Chem, Phys)
- Applied (Agri, Comp Science)
- Technical (Aviation, Engineering)
Ideal for: Engineers, Doctors, Data Scientists, and Research Scientists.
Social Sciences
Humanities, Lang & Business
Core Specializations
- Humanities (History, Geog, RE)
- Languages (Fasihi, Sign Lang)
- Business Studies & Economics
Ideal for: Lawyers, Diplomats, Accountants, and Policy Makers.
Arts & Sports
Performance & Physiology
Core Specializations
- Performing Arts (Music, Theatre)
- Visual Arts (Fine Arts, Design)
- Sports Science & Physiology
Ideal for: Athletes, Creative Directors, Musicians, and Sports Analysts.
Curriculum Strategic Table
| Education Level | Structural Requirement | Strategic Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Secondary (7–9) | 12 Compulsory + 1-2 Optional | Discovery phase for identifying Multiple Intelligence signatures. |
| Senior Secondary (10–12) | 11 Subjects (4 Compulsory + 7 Electives) | Specialization phase. Exactly 3 electives must align with the chosen track. |