Our Academics
Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) | Playgroup to Grade 9
Your Child's Educational Pathway
Our CBC pathway ensures smooth progression from early years to Junior Secondary.
Academic Excellence
Transition Rate to Next Grade
Learners in Regional Assessments
Best in CBC Implementation - Embakasi
Consistent Year-on-Year Improvement
Curriculum Overview
Shinners Precious School follows the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). Our approach focuses on developing learners' potential through practical, learner-centered activities that build competencies for the 21st century.
Learning Areas by Level
🎨 Early Years Education (Playgroup - PP2)
📚 Lower Primary (Grade 1 - 3)
📖 Upper Primary (Grade 4 - 6)
⚓ Junior Secondary (Grade 7 - 9) - Navy Blue Uniform
Special Programs
Digital Literacy
ICT skills from Grade 1, computer lab access, internet research skills, and basic programming concepts.
French Program
Competency-based French language instruction starting from Grade 4, preparing learners for global communication.
Guidance & Counseling
Regular mentorship sessions, career guidance, and character development programs.
Learning Resources
📚 Library
Well-stocked library with storybooks, reference materials, and CBC resources.
💻 Computer Lab
Modern computers with internet access for Digital Literacy lessons.
📖 CBC Learning Materials
Approved textbooks, activity books, and digital resources.
Assessment Structure
| Assessment Type | Frequency | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) | Every 4-5 weeks | Monitor progress and identify areas for improvement |
| End of Term Exams | Termly | Comprehensive termly evaluation |
| Projects & Practicals | Ongoing | CBC competency-based assessment |
| Termly Report | End of each term | Detailed feedback to parents |
| Parent-Teacher Conferences | Termly | Discuss learner progress |
School Hours
⏰ Morning Session
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
(Lessons, assemblies, and morning activities)
🍎 Lunch Break
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
(Meals and supervised break)
⏰ Afternoon Session
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
(Lessons, clubs, and co-curricular)
Co-Curricular Activities
⚽ Sports
- Football (Boys & Girls)
- Netball
- Athletics
- Swimming (Planned)
🎭 Clubs & Societies
- Drama & Music Club
- Chess Club
- Scouts
- Debate Club
- Journalism Club
✝️ Spiritual Development
- Morning Devotions
- Christian Union (CU)
- Bible Study
- Chapel Services
2026 Academic Calendar
| Term | Opening Date | Closing Date | Half-Term Break |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
| Term 2 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
| Term 3 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |