A recent report by National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) indicates that Kenya has made significant progress in its 100 per cent School Transition Policy, particularly for Junior Secondary School. Efforts are ongoing to address remaining challenges and barriers to full participation.

• 97% of learners who completed Grade 6 in 2025 have transitioned to Junior Secondary School (JSS).
• The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), rolled out in 2017, emphasizes holistic learning and continuous assessment.
• Financial constraints, early pregnancies, and placement delays are key barriers affecting transition, particularly to Senior Secondary School.
• The government is extending reporting timelines, mobilising community-level actions, and implementing infrastructure improvements, including new CBC classrooms.
• Education PS Julius Bitok reassured that all 1.1 million learners have been placed in senior secondary schools nationwide.