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Academics

  • JUNIOR SCHOOL OVERVIEW (YEARS 2-4)

    The curriculum at our Preparatory School in Kenya is designed to provide a well-rounded and globally relevant education, incorporating elements of both the Kenyan Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and international best practices. Mornings are organized into seven periods of thirty minutes each, fostering an engaging and structured learning environment. Subjects offered during these sessions include English, Mathematics, Science, Kiswahili, Social Studies, French (from Grade 4), Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Religious Education, Creative Arts (Art and Design), Music, and Physical Education. This comprehensive curriculum aims to nurture intellectual, social, and emotional growth in every child.

Academics

  • Joybirds Preparatory delivers on the Kenyan National Curriculum. This is the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) and 8-4-4..
  • We deliver on CBC through a Learner Centered Approach. We place emphasis on Research, Practicals and Projects especially for Math and Sciences.
  • We also integrate IT in our lesson delivery. We also have computer classes for learners in PP2 to STD. 8..
  • We have a very strong Reading Culture within Joybirds Preparatory. Learners are provided with Story Books in both English and Kiswahili languages, which they are encouraged to read and explore. Library time is part of the school timetable. During this session, learners read their books and discuss with the teachers any areas of concern.
  • We also have a special needs expert who together with the grade facilitators ensures that all students’ academic needs even those enabled differently are met..
  • We also teach French and Music as compulsory subjects.

Our Focus

  • Spiritual Foundation

    We are a Christian school and we cherish the Spiritual growth of our Learners. We have a robust Program of Pastoral Instruction (PPI). We have a school anthem and school prayer that holds us together and reminds us where our true strength, wisdom and success lies – in our Lord Jesus Christ.

  • Student Leadership

    Learners are provided with Leadership opportunities. They can choose to lead in the Students Council which mimics the Kenyan government structure. Learners may vie for positions such as School President, Vice President, Class Governors and Permanent Secretaries.

  • Life Skills Program

    Outside the provisions of CBC, we have gone an extra step to create a Life Skills Program for the entire school. We address a wide range of topics including but not limited to Personalities, Assertiveness, Decision Making, Mental Stability, Confidence, Friendships, Conflict Resolution, appropriately for the different age groups we serve

  • The Clubs

    We have fun and educative clubs which include Debating club, Cooking club, French club, Scrabble and Chess board games, Math club, Reading club, Skating club, Journalism club, Drama & Music club, Worldlife club, Scouts and Girl guides and Karate.