NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya is approaching universal school transition, with 97% of learners who completed Grade 6 in 2025 successfully joining Junior Secondary School, marking a major milestone in the implementation of the 100% School Transition Policy.
A report from the National Government Administrative Officers, working with County Directors of Education, shows that the country is maintaining strong momentum in ensuring learners progress smoothly through the Competency-Based Curriculum framework.
The report also reveals that 61% of eligible learners have enrolled in Senior Secondary School, and efforts are continuing to place all remaining students.
The government reaffirmed that every child has a constitutional right to education and highlighted the need for parents and communities to work collectively to prevent dropouts caused by costs, delays, or social challenges.
Local interventions have been critical in supporting learners, with officials conducting household visits, engaging families in barazas and religious gatherings, and providing bursaries and scholarships to vulnerable children.
While the overall transition is strong, some barriers remain, including financial difficulties, early pregnancies, absenteeism, and placement delays linked to families seeking alternative schools.
The Ministry is stepping up counseling, re-entry support, and faster guidance for school placements to overcome these challenges.
The progress reflects not only adherence to policy but also a growing national recognition that education is the most reliable path to opportunity, productivity, and long-term national development.
