Subjects And Paths In Senior Schools Beginning In 2026
The pathways and subjects for Senior Schools, starting in 2026, are designed to provide diverse educational opportunities for students based on their interests and strengths. There are three main pathways: Arts and Sports Science, Social Sciences, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Each pathway has core subjects, electives, and specific departments.
1. Arts and Sports Science Pathway:
- Sports Science Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- Human Physiology, Anatomy, and Nutrition
- Sports Ethics
- Electives:
- Ball Games, Athletics, Indoor Games, Gymnastics, Water Sports, Boxing, Martial Arts, Outdoor Pursuits, Advanced Physical Education
- Core Subjects:
2. Social Sciences Pathway:
- Humanities Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- Electives (Choose 3-5):
- History and Citizenship, Geography, CRE, IRE, Hindu Religious Education, Business Studies, Mathematics
- Core Subjects:
- Languages Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- Electives (Choose 1):
- English Language, Literature in English, Kiswahili, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenyan Sign Language, Indigenous Languages, Arabic, French, German, Chinese
- Core Subjects:
- Business Studies Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- Elective:
- Business Studies
- Core Subjects:
3. STEM Pathway (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics):
- Pure and Applied Sciences Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- ICT
- Electives (Choose 3):
- Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Computer Science, Foods and Nutrition, Home Management
- Core Subjects:
- Technical and Engineering Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- ICT
- Mathematics
- Physics/Physical Sciences
- Chemistry/Biology/Biological Sciences
- Electives (Choose 1):
- Agricultural Technology, Geosciences Technology, Marine and Fisheries Technology, Aviation Technology, Wood Technology, Electrical Technology, Metal Technology, Power Mechanics
- Continued Electives:
- Clothing Technology, Construction Technology, Media Technology, Electronics Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics
- Core Subjects:
- Career and Technology Studies Department:
- Core Subjects:
- Community Service Learning
- Physical Education
- ICT
- Mathematics
- Physics/Physical Sciences
- Chemistry/Biology/Biological Sciences
- Electives (Choose 1):
- Fashion and Interior Design, Leather Work, Culinary Arts, Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, Plumbing and Ceramics, Welding and Fabrication, Tourism and Travel, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Continued Electives:
- Animal Keeping, Exterior Design and Landscaping, Building Construction, Garment and Dressmaking, Photography, Graphic Designing and Animation, Food and Beverage, Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Carpentry
- Core Subjects:
Each pathway provides a balance of core academic subjects, electives for specialization, and practical skills, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to their interests and future career aspirations.









