KJSEA Candidates to Be Placed This Friday as Revision Window Opens Next Week

The Ministry of Education has announced that Kenya Junior Secondary School Education Assessment (KJSEA) candidates will officially receive their Grade 10 senior school placements this Friday, marking a historic milestone in Kenya’s transition to the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.This placement exercise affects over one million Grade 9 learners nationwide, who will now progress to senior schools under clearly defined learning pathways.

What the Placement Means for Learners

Under the new CBE framework, placement is not only about academic performance but also considers:Learners’ abilities and interestsAvailability of senior schoolsRegional balance and equityPreferred career pathwaysStudents will be placed into one of the three senior school pathways:

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)

Social Sciences

Arts and Sports Science

This approach aims to align education with real-world skills and career readiness

1. SMS Method

Send the candidate’s KJSEA Assessment Number to 22263

A reply message will show the selected senior school and pathway

2. Online Portal

Visit the Ministry of Education placement portalEnter the assessment number to view placement details

Note: SMS services may attract a small network charge.

Revision (Change of Placement) to Begin Next Week

Following the release of placements, the Ministry has confirmed that a revision window will open next week, allowing learners and parents to request changes where necessary.

Who Can Apply for Revision?

Candidates not satisfied with their allocated schoolLearners seeking a different pathway

Cases involving genuine logistical or special circumstances

The revision process will be conducted online and will run for a limited period, after which placements will be finalized.

Why This Placement Is Significant

✔ It is the first senior school placement under CBE

✔ It prioritizes talent, skills, and learner strengths

✔ It prepares students for career-focused education

✔ It promotes equity and regional balance

Education stakeholders have urged parents and learners to carefully review placements and use the revision window responsibly.

What Parents and Learners Should Do Now

✅ Check placement results immediately once released

✅ Discuss the allocated pathway with the learner

✅ Apply for revision early if necessary

✅ Prepare for senior school transition requirements

Final Word

The placement of KJSEA candidates into senior schools marks a new chapter in Kenya’s education system. With proper guidance, transparent placement, and a fair revision process, learners are set to transition smoothly into pathways that nurture their potential and future careers.