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CBC Curriculum

Kenya's Competency Based Curriculum Done Right

The Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) is Kenya's transformative education framework that moves away from rote memorisation and towards building real-world competencies. At The Success Haven School, we have embraced CBC wholeheartedly — investing in trained teachers, project-based learning resources, and assessment tools that truly measure what learners can do.

Our CBC implementation covers seven learning areas at lower primary level and broadens into multiple subjects at upper primary and junior secondary, including the three CBC pathways: STEM, Social Sciences, and Arts & Sports Sciences.

We use formative and summative assessments, portfolio-based learning, and regular Learner Progress Reports to ensure parents always know how their child is developing — academically, socially, and emotionally.

Academic Levels

Learning at Every Stage of Growth

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Early Childhood (Play Group – PP2)

Play-based learning focused on language, numeracy, social, and motor skills development. Young learners explore the world through structured play, storytelling, songs, and creative activities that build a lifelong love of learning.

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Lower Primary (Grade 1 – 3)

Foundational literacy in English and Kiswahili, mathematical concepts, environmental activities, and creative arts. Teachers focus heavily on individual attention and guided discovery to ensure no learner is left behind.

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Upper Primary (Grade 4 – 6)

Subjects expand to include Science & Technology, Social Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Religious Education, and Creative Arts. STEM integration and digital literacy begin in earnest at this level.

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Junior Secondary (Grade 7 – 9)

Learners choose from three CBC pathways: STEM, Social Sciences, and Arts & Sports Sciences. Core subjects include English, Kiswahili, Mathematics, Integrated Science, and Health Education, alongside electives and co-curricular activities.

Special Focus Areas

Beyond the Classroom — Real-World Learning

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STEM Education

Our STEM programme integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through practical experiments, problem-solving challenges, and innovation projects. Learners build bridges, test hypotheses, and develop computational thinking.

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Digital Literacy

Every learner from Grade 4 upward receives structured digital literacy instruction, learning to use computers, the internet, and digital tools responsibly and productively — an essential skill for Kenya's digital economy.

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Agriculture

Our school garden and practical agriculture programme teach learners sustainable farming, food production, and environmental stewardship — practical skills rooted in the CBC curriculum and our Kenyan agricultural heritage.

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Languages

English and Kiswahili are taught as both languages of instruction and as subjects in their own right. Learners develop strong oral, written, and listening skills, preparing them for secondary education and professional life.

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Creative Arts

Art, craft, music, and drama are integral parts of our curriculum. These subjects develop creativity, self-expression, cultural appreciation, and collaboration — all core CBC competencies.

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Christian Religious Education

CRE is taught across all levels, forming the moral and spiritual backbone of learner development at Success Haven. Bible stories, values discussions, and service learning help shape upright young citizens.

Co-Curricular Activities

Developing the Whole Child

We firmly believe that sport, art, and leadership activities are not extras — they are essential components of a complete education.

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Sports

All Levels

Football (Boys & Girls)
Volleyball
Athletics & Field Events
Rope Skipping
Handball

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Music & Drama

All Levels

School Choir
Drama Club
Recitation & Poetry
Traditional Dance
Instrument Sessions

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Clubs & Leadership

Grade 4+

Student Council
Debate & Journalism Club
Environment & Wildlife Club
Young Entrepreneurs Club
Health & Sanitation Club

Assessment Approach

Measuring What Truly Matters

We use a combination of formative assessments (class observations, projects, and portfolio activities) and summative assessments (end-of-topic tests). Each learner receives a comprehensive Learner Progress Report that covers academic, social, and co-curricular development.

Parents receive formal progress reports at the end of each term. Mid-term progress updates are also shared, and parents are encouraged to schedule consultations with class teachers at any time throughout the year.

As learners transition to Junior Secondary (Grade 7), they undergo a career and aptitude guidance process. With the guidance of our counsellor, teachers, and parents, each learner selects the CBC pathway that best suits their interests, strengths, and career aspirations — STEM, Social Sciences, or Arts & Sports Sciences.

Our Academic Programmes