The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has introduced further changes to the Pre-Primary School curriculum (PP1 and PP2) for the 2025 academic year, following changes that were made for the 2024 school year. These changes represent a strategic shift toward digital literacy, interactive learning, and environmental awareness while maintaining the core foundations of early childhood education.
Digital Integration in Early Learning
A cornerstone of the 2025 curriculum changes is the thoughtful integration of digital tools across all learning areas. Mathematics now incorporates interactive math games and digital numeracy tools, while Language Activities embrace multimedia engagement and digital storytelling. Even Creative Activities have evolved to include digital music composition and basic creative coding, marking a significant advancement in how technology is used to engage young learners.
Enhanced Interactive and Experiential Learning
The new curriculum places strong emphasis on hands-on, experiential learning approaches. This shift is evident across all learning areas:
- Mathematics has moved beyond traditional number learning to include problem-solving through simulations and interactive games
- Language Activities now feature interactive storytelling techniques that enhance listening, speaking, and comprehension skills
- Environmental Activities incorporate project-based learning, allowing children to engage directly with concepts of conservation and waste management
- Religious Education utilizes role-playing and group discussions to make moral teachings more practical and engaging
Environmental Consciousness and Sustainability
Environmental awareness has been thoughtfully woven into the curriculum, particularly within Environmental Activities. The new framework introduces:
- Age-appropriate climate action and conservation projects
- Practical waste management activities
- Digital environmental tracking
- Outdoor experiential learning opportunities
This integration helps establish early awareness of environmental responsibility and sustainable living practices.
Modernized Assessment Approaches
The 2025 curriculum emphasizes a move away from traditional evaluation approaches:
- Mathematics assessments now include interactive exercises and technology-based evaluations
- Language Activities incorporate comprehension challenges and interactive storytelling
- Environmental Activities utilize project-based assessments and digital tracking
- Creative Activities employ digital portfolios and collaborative performance assessments
- Religious Education includes digital storytelling and gamified quizzes
Subject-Specific Transformations
Key changes across core subjects include:
- Mathematics: Integration of real-world problem-solving and digital numeracy tools
- Language Activities: Enhanced focus on digital storytelling and peer collaboration
- Creative Activities: Introduction of digital creativity and multimedia expression
- Religious Education: Incorporation of interactive learning tools and ethical debates
- Environmental Activities: Expansion into climate action and conservation projects
Implementation Considerations for Educators
For early childhood educators, these changes require:
- Development of digital competencies to effectively utilize new teaching tools
- Adaptation to new assessment strategies that emphasize interactive learning
- Integration of environmental awareness across learning areas
- Enhanced focus on experiential and project-based learning approaches
The success of this curriculum will depend significantly on effective implementation by educators and support from all education stakeholders.
Download a more detailed analysis of the Pre-School learning areas.
