The new grading system means that it will be easier for you to pass your exam.

Let me explain.

 

In the old KCSE grading system:

In the old KCSE grading system, there were 5 mandatory subjects across 3 clusters.

These subject included:

• Mathematics
• English
• Kiswahili
• 2 Sciences 
• 1 humanity

This left students who performed better in the humanities than in science, languages, and math at a disadvantage.

 

With the new KCSE grading system:

In the new grading system announced by Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, students will now be graded according to 2 mandatory subjects and 5 best-performed subjects.

The 2 mandatory subjects are:

• Mathematics
• 1 Language (either English, Kiswahili, or sign language)

Other than the 2 mandatory subjects that will be chosen, examiners will also consider any other 5 best-performing subjects.

 

What this means for you as a learner

Taking into account that you do 8 subjects, 2 of which are mandatory, that leaves 6 subjects.

Know for a fact that you have to pass mathematics and one language, regardless as they will be counted towards your final 2023 KCSE grade.

As for the other remaining 6 subjects, you can choose and pick 5 to focus on, which will give you the best grade (As).

You know yourself best, and based on past results, you know how you have been performing and where you are strongest.

So what I would do is I would choose to focus on the mandatory (2) and where I am strongest (5) which will give me the best possible grade.

However, remember that KCSE is not the end but rather another beginning, so choose to focus on subjects you know will help you further your educational journey.

Don't simply focus on subjects because they will be easy.

Take a look at what future you will need to become a doctor, an entrepreneur, a computer scientist, or any other career you want to have.

Think of your future.

 

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Get unlimited learning materials to help you get that A in your KCSE 2023 here.

 

Learning materials you can get include:

• Summarized notes
• Exam papers with answers including pre-mocks, mocks and post-mocks
• KCSE past exams with answers (2008 - 2022)

Simply click the links above and get the materials you are looking for.

Yes, you heard that right passing your KCSE is easy and we are going to tell you why and how.

But first, lets answers some basic FAQs about the KCSE exams in Kenya.

• What does KCSE stand for?
• How can I revise for my KCSE exams
  • The importance of revising
  • Revision techniques
    • Ineffective revision method
    • Effective revision method
• How do I beat KCSE 2023?
• How can I pass Kcse & Kcpe?
• How can I revise for KCSE 2023?

What does KCSE stand for?

K.C.S.E is an abbreviation that stands for Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.

These KCSE exams are only done in Kenya.

They are taken at the completion of secondary education so that students can be able to attend university.

For entrance into any public or private university in Kenya, you have to get a C+ and above grade in your KCSE, though the entrance mark varies each year and with the type of course one is going to do at the university.

So for students who get below a C+,  don't lose hope.

You can do a bridging course or a tertiary course that will allow you to be employable once you complete your choosen tertiary course.

Thus, KCSE revision is important for one to get a good grade so that you can be able to attend university.

How you can revise for KCSE exam?

Ever heard that it is easy to pass your KCSE exams?

Well, it's easy but its also not.

Let me explain: 

One misconception that most students have is that the KCSE exams are hard.

Really, they are not, as long as you have the concepts in the notes. Getting that A is easy.

Revise with KCSE past papers, prediction papers etc will help you to improve your test-taking skills thus making it easy.

Note though that to get good grades, you have to work for them, and here on this EasyElimu Blog we are giving you a guideline on what you need to do to get the grade that you want in your KCSE.

Remember, you will not get the grade that you want if you don't work for it. Rather you'll get the grade that you deserve.

Do you know why revision is important for exams?

To understand how you can revise to get that good grade in your KCSE exams you first need to understand the purpose of revision.

We revise to:

• Link related topics together to understand how the subject as a whole fits.
• To help you remember the subjects or concepts you have forgotten.
• To boost your understanding.
• Figure out where your knowledge is lacking and fill those gaps.
• Check your understanding of concepts.

Revision Techniques

There are many revision techniques, some of which are more effective than others.

The most ineffective revision method

One of the most ineffective ways of revising for exams is reading and re-reading notes over and over again.

Reading notes is well and good as it allows you to understand the topical concepts that you need to know.

However, reading through your class notes over and over again does not allow you to practice or identify gaps in your knowledge.

Take, for example, the compulsory subjects like maths, English, and Kiswahili.

It's not only hard to read notes for these compulsory subjects over and over, and then you assume that you have all the knowledge at your fingertips.

You have to practice again and again to really understand the concepts, and even then you still have to do a gap analysis to be self-aware of what you know and what you do not know.

That way, you can revise harder on what you don't know. That does not only apply for compulsory subjects but all categories.

The point is, while reading notes is a good initial first step, it should not be your only step.

Effective revision method steps

1. Read your notes
   EasyElimu provides summarized notes for all subjects from pre-primary, primary and high school levels which you can get here. All the notes are updated and follow the new and updated CBC curriculum.
   
   
2. As you read through your notes summarize the materials and make a Mwakenya or index cards.
   For the EasyElimu notes, each subject topic and subtopic has summarized notes, so you won’t have to stress over writing that mwakenya, which makes passing that summative entrance exam easy.
   No matter the entrance exam—KCPE or KCSE—these free revision notes which are summarized will get you an A.
   
   
3. Using revision materials like past papers and topical revision questions to test yourself.
   In that way, you can identify the concepts that you got and what you did not get (gap analysis).
   Identifying these problem areas is important so that you can know what areas need more work.
   
   Get all the quality, relevant and unlimited past papers and topical revision questions at EasyElimu.
   
   The topical revision question can be found in specific topic under the various subject.
   You can access all these materials for free on the EasyElimu Study App which you can download HERE to pass that KCSE or KCPE exam.
   
   
4. Discuss the materials with other people
   Talking about what you have learned in discussion groups helps you internalize the various concepts and understand them better.
   Let me give you an example.
   
   In high school, I was particularly interested in chemistry. However, despite that love, I found it especially hard to work out the mole. You know that topic in Form 3 where you have to write down and calculate formulae and chemical equations? Wueh! I worked so hard to understand the concepts, but I simply wasn't. Working alone proved ineffective. So I decided to ask for help and started working with a group, and let me tell you, I was able to get the mole completely. I also started applying this concept to other subjects and carried the habit to form 4. I believe that if I hadn't done that, I would not have gotten the grade that I got in my KCSE.
   
   Are you interested in knowing what I got in my KCSE? Contact us on Facebook at EasyElimu Educational Services and I'll tell you.
   
   I hope you pass too :)
   
   If you are having a hard time finding people to discuss the materials with, don't stress. EasyElimu has got you. We have various social media groups, including Telegram, Facebook, and WhatsApp groups, where you can ask questions and discuss any concepts you find to be challenging.
   
   Join us and we'll help you help yourself to learn more.
   
   
5. Consistently rework the materials.

Quick Tips

1. Start revising early.
   Remember, the sooner you start preparing, the better off you'll be when the D-day comes.
   It doesn't matter if you haven't always been the best student, if you typically do not do well at school, or if you never pay attention to the teacher. The point is, regardless of how bad your results have formerly been, you can change all that, but first you have to be bothered.
   You need to want to become a better student so as to have more options in the future. Life is tough, and having good grades gives you many options. First decide that you want to get those good grades, then put in the work.
2. Make a revision timetable to avoid time wastage.
3. Use past papers.
   They help you revise and also help you identify the concepts that you need to brush over.
   For each topic, identify the key points. Understanding and writing down these key points helps you get those marks in your KCSE exams.
4. Consistency is key.
   Whether you are at home or at school, avoid distractions and devour your books.

Practice with the EasyElimu past papers and notes to help yourself understand the concepts.

Remember, practice diligently and smartly and you will succeed.

How do I beat KCSE 2023?

You can pass KCSE 2023 by revising using these EasyElimu KCSE 2023 prediction papers.

Have you ever heard the quote, "practice makes perfect"?

That also applies to studying, as by reading notes, listening to your teachers, and practicing more, you can change that bad grade into a good grade.

How can I pass Kcse & Kcpe?

See FAQ 2 above

How can I revise for KCSE 2023?

See FAQ 2 above

 

Do you have the EasyElimu Study App downloaded? It would make revision so much easier!!

Have you ever wondered what the national goals of education are in Kenya?

Introduction

Education is the key to a better future, and regardless of how many people find success outside of the course they did in university or college, we need education as the backbone to survive in the world as it is right now.

With a decent education, you can become whatever you want to be, regardless of what you study.

Why?

Education enables the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills and attitudes that will most definitely help learners grow into self-disciplined, self-reliant, and integrated citizens.

Education helps learners survive and thrive.

In Kenya, there are 8 national goals for education.

These are the 8 national goals of education in Kenya.

1. To foster nationalism, patriotism, and national unity.
2. Promote social, economic, and industrial needs for national development.
3. Promotes individual development and self-fulfillment.
4. Promotes sound moral and religious values.
5. Promotes social equality and responsibility.
6. Promotes respect for and development of Kenyan culture.
7. Promotes international consciousness.
8. Promotes a positive attitude towards environmental protection.

Now let's discuss the national goals of education.

To foster nationalism, patriotism, and national unity.

Education plays a crucial role in instilling a sense of belonging, love for one's country, and a shared national identity.

When you go to school or any educational institution, you meet and learn from many people from different parts of Kenya (and sometimes the world).

People from different communities, races, and religions, but ultimately, these differences do not divide. After all, they are all Kenyans.

That's where education comes in to help all Kenyan learners understand that they are all Kenyans, mitigate any conflicts, and promote attitudes of mutual respect so that all Kenyans can live in harmony.

Promote social, economic, and industrial needs for national development.

Education should align with the social, economic, and industrial requirements of a nation.

Education must prepare children to meet their social needs.

Social needs like navigating conflicts with other people, developing positive social values, learning to collaborate with others, seeing beyond their attitude and growing from it, developing a sense of empathy and compassion, learning to communicate, developing social skills that are crucial, developing a sense of belonging, and offering emotional support.

As for meeting economic and industrial needs education must prepare children to meet the economic needs of the country in the future.

Education does this by equipping citizens with the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to create a capable working force, as well as to foster an entrepreneurial mindset, research and development, workforce productivity and competitiveness, social mobility and poverty alleviation, and the ability to adapt to changing economic circumstances, to name but a few.

It aims to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to contribute effectively to the development and progress of the country.

Promotes individual development and self-fulfillment.

Education should not only focus on the collective goals of society but also on the holistic development of individuals.

It aims to nurture children's talents, abilities, and potential, enabling them to achieve personal growth, self-fulfillment, and a sense of purpose in life.

Promotes sound moral and religious values.

Education plays a vital role in cultivating ethical values, moral principles, and a sense of integrity among icitizzens.

It aims to develop responsible citizens who make ethical choices and contribute positively to society.

Additionally, education can provide a foundation for understanding and respecting diverse religious beliefs and practices.

Promotes social equality and responsibility.

Education should strive to promote social equality and address disparities in access to quality education.

It fosters inclusivity, equal opportunities, and social justice.

Education also instills a sense of social responsibility, encouraging individuals to actively contribute to the betterment of their communities and society as a whole.

Promotes respect for and development of Kenyan culture.

Education plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of a nation.

It fosters an appreciation for the country's diverse cultural traditions, languages, arts, and customs.

By promoting cultural awareness and understanding, education contributes to the preservation and development of a nation's cultural identity.

Promotes international consciousness.

Education should cultivate an understanding of global interdependence and promote cross-cultural awareness.

It aims to develop individuals who are knowledgeable about global issues, open-minded, and capable of engaging in constructive dialogue with people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Promotes a positive attitude towards environmental protection.

Education plays a crucial role in creating environmental awareness, sustainability, and responsible stewardship of natural resources.

It aims to develop environmentally conscious individuals who understand the importance of preserving and protecting the environment for present and future generations.

The importance of National Education goals in Kenya

Having national goals for education is important because:

1. National goals provide a clear vision and direction for the education system in Kenya.
2. National goals help align educational policies for all levels. So whether you are in primary, secondary, or university, the strategies are consistent and coherent.
3. National goals provide consistency and continuity in education. Having national goals that guide all educational levels allows for stability, which in turn promotes sustainable development and allows for the implementation of comprehensive educational programs.
4. National goals establish a framework for accountability and evaluation of the Kenyan education system.
5. The national goals of education are there to meet the future needs of the country. The national goals of education reflect the specific needs, challenges, and aspirations of Kenya.
6. The Kenyan national goals of education promote equity and inclusion as they address the iniquity and inequality that exist and try to bridge that gap.

These are but a few. Can you think of any others? Reach out to EasyElimu on WhatsApp at 0703165909 and let's discuss.

How does the CBC promote national goals in education?

You can get these national goals for education in PDF format.

 

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• 2023 school calendar
• 2023 KCSE timetable

THE KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL

2023 KCSE EXAMINATION TIMETABLE, INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES

KNEC/TD/SE/KCSE/TT/23/008

1.0 INSTRUCTIONS AND SCHEDULE OF PAPERS FOR THE 2023 KCSE EXAMINATION  

1.1 All first session examination papers will start at 8.00 a.m. and second session examination papers will start at 2.00 pm as indicated on the timetable.

1.2 The time allowed for each paper is indicated against the name of the paper and NO EXTRA TIME IS TO BE ALLOWED. In case of any discrepancy, the time stated on the question paper should be taken as the correct one.  Time for reading through questions is part of the time shown on the question paper except where special paper instructions indicate otherwise.

1.3 Supervisors and Invigilators should ensure that candidates have written their names, index numbers and have signed on their answer scripts before they collect the answer scripts from each candidate while the candidates should ensure that they only take the subjects they are registered for.

1.4 Schools should upload marks for subjects with a Project component by 21st April 2023 for Milestone 1 and  31st  July 2023 for Milestone 2 where applicable. 

2.0 DAYS,DATES,SESSIONSANDDURATIONOF2023KCSEEXAMINATIONPAPERS

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
2.1	JANUARY 2023 TO  JULY 2023		1.	442/3 Art and Design (Project)	7 months
			2.	443/3 Agriculture (Project)	7 months
			3.	444/2 Woodwork (Project)	7 months
			4.	445/2 Metalwork (Project)	7 months
			5.	446/2 Building Construction (Project)	7 months
			6.	451/3 Computer Studies (Project)	7 months
2.2	THURSDAY 19/10/2023	REHEARSAL DAY
2.3	MONDAY 23/10/2023 TOFRIDAY 27/10/2023		7.	501/3 French (Oral)	15 minutes  per candidate
			8.	502/3 German (Oral)
			9.	503/3 Arabic (Oral)
			10.	504/3 Kenyan Sign Language             (Practical Signing Skills)
			11.	511/1 Music (Practical)
2.4	WEDNESDAY  25/10/2023		12.	441/3 Practical Planning Session                  Home Science (Foods andNutrition)	30 minutes
			13.	441/3 Practical Planning Session                  Home Science (Foods and               Nutrition) Large print	30 minutes
			14.	441/3 Practical Planning Session                  Home Science (Foods and               Nutrition) Braille	1 hour
2.5	MONDAY 30/10/2023 TO TUESDAY 31/10/2023		15.	441/3 Home Science – Foods and                    Nutrition (Practical)	1 hour  15 minutes
			16.	441/3 Home Science – Foods and              Nutrition (Practical) Large Print	1 hour  15 minutes
			17.	441/3 Home Science – Foods and              Nutrition (Practical)   Braille	1 hour  45 minutes

2023 KCSE EXAMINATION TIMETABLE, INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
2.6	WEDNESDAY 01/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	18.	501/1 French (Listening Comprehension,             Dictation and Creative Writing)	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	19.	501/1 French (Listening Comprehension,             Dictation and Creative Writing)             Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	20.	502/1 German (Listening Comprehension             and Composition)	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am  (1st session)	21.	503/2 Arabic (Grammar, Reading             Comprehension and Composition)	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am  (1st session)	22.	503/2 Arabic (Grammar, Reading             Comprehension and Composition)              Large print	2 hours30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	23.	504/1 Kenyan Sign Language              (Receptive Skills)	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am  (1st session)	24.	511/3 Music	2 hours30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am  (1st session)	25.	511/3 Music            Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am  (1st session)	26.	511/3 Music            Braille	3 hours
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm		BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.15 pm (2nd session)	27.	501/2  French (Reading Comprehension,Grammar and Functional Writing)	2 hours15 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.15 pm (2nd session)	28.	501/2  French (Reading Comprehension, Grammar and Functional Writing)  Large print	2 hours 15 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.45 pm (2nd session)	29.	501/2  French (Reading Comprehension,              Grammar and Functional Writing)              Braille	2 hours          45 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	30.	502/2  German (Grammar and                   Reading Comprehension)	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	31.	502/2  German (Grammar and                   Reading Comp.)   Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 2.50 pm (2nd session)	32.	503/1  Arabic (Listening Comprehension                and Dictation)	50 minutes
		2.00 pm – 3.30 pm (2nd session)	33.	504/2  Kenyan Sign Language             (Language Use)	1 hour  30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 2.50 pm (2nd session)	34.	511/2  Music (Aural)	50 minutes
2.7	THURSDAY02/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	35.	441/1  Home Science	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	36.	441/1  Home Science             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	37.	441/1  Home Science             Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 9.30 am (1st session)	38.	442/1  Art and Design	1 hour  30 minutes
		8.00 am – 9.30 am (1st session)	39.	442/1  Art and Design                Large print	1 hour  30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st session)	40.	444/1 Woodwork	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st session)	41.	444/1 Woodwork Large print	2 hours 30 minutes

 

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
2.9	MONDAY06/11/2023	8.00 am  – 10.00 am (1st session)	68.	233/1  Chemistry	2 hours
		8.00 am  – 10.00 am (1st session)	69.	233/1  Chemistry             Large print	2 hours
		10.00 am - 2.00 pm		BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm  (2nd session)	70.	101/1  English (Functional  Skills)	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm  (2nd session)	71.	101/1  English (Functional  Skills)                                 Large Print	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	72.	101/1  English (Functional  Skills)                                 Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	73.	101/1  English (Hearing Impaired)	2 hours 30 minutes
2.10	TUESDAY 07/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	74.	121/1 Mathematics Alt. A	2 hours  30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	75.	121/1  Mathematics Alt. A               Large print	2 hours  30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	76.	121/1  Mathematics Alt. A             Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	77.	122/1  Mathematics Alt. B	2 hours  30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	78.	122/1  Mathematics Alt. B             Large Print	2 hours  30 minutes
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	79.	101/2 English (Comprehension,               Literary Appreciation & Grammar)	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	80.	101/2  English (Comprehension, LiteraryAppreciation & Grammar)                Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	81.	101/2  English (Comprehension, Literary               Appreciation & Grammar)  Braille	3 hours
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	82.	101/2  English (Hearing Impaired)	3 hours
2.11	WEDNESDAY08/11/2023	8.00 am  – 10.00 am (1st session)	83.	233/2  Chemistry	2 hours
		8.00 am  – 10.00 am (1st session)	84.	233/2  Chemistry Large print	2 hours
		8.00 am  – 10.30 am (1st session)	85.	237/1  General Science	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am  – 10.30 am (1st session)	86.	237/1  General Science             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		10.30 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	87.	101/3  English (Creative Composition and               Essays based on Set Texts)	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	88.	101/3  English (Creative Composition and             Essays based on Set Texts)             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	89.	101/3  English (Creative Composition and               Essays based on Set Texts) Braille	3 hours
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	90.	101/3  English (Hearing Impaired)	3 hours

 

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
2.12	THURSDAY09/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am  (1st session)	91.	102/2  Kiswahili  (Lugha)	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	92.	102/2  Kiswahili  (Lugha)             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	93.	102/2  Kiswahili  (Lugha)             Braille	3 hours
		11:00 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 3.45 pm  (2nd session)	94.	102/1  Kiswahili  (Insha)	1 hour  45 minutes
		2.00 pm – 3.45 pm (2nd session)	95.	102/1  Kiswahili  (Insha)             Large Print	1 hour  45 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.15 pm (2nd session)	96.	102/1  Kiswahili  (Insha)             Braille	2 hours 15 minutes
2.13	FRIDAY10/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.15 am (1st session)	97.	233/3  Chemistry (Practical)	2 hours 15 minutes
		8.00 am–10.15 am(1st session)	98.	233/3  Chemistry (Practical)             Large print	2 hours 15 minutes
2.14	MONDAY13/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	99.	121/2  Mathematics Alt. A	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	100.	121/2  Mathematics Alt. A             Large Print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	101.	121/2  Mathematics Alt. A             Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	102.	122/2  Mathematics Alt. B	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	103.	122/2  Mathematics Alt. B             Large Print	2 hours 30 minutes
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm		BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	104.	102/3  Kiswahili (Fasihi)	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	105.	102/3  Kiswahili (Fasihi)             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	106.	102/3  Kiswahili (Fasihi)             Braille	3 hours
2.15	TUESDAY14/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	107.	313/1  Christian Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	108.	313/1  Christian Religious Education             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am(1st  session)	109.	313/1  Christian Religious Education               Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	110.	314/1  Islamic Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	111.	314/1  Islamic Religious Education             Large print	2hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am(1st  session)	112.	314/1  Islamic Religious Education             Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	113.	315/1  Hindu Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am(1st  session)	114.	315/1  Hindu Religious Education             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am(1st  session)	115.	315/1  Hindu Religious Education             Braille	3 hours

 

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm  – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	116.	231/1  Biology	2 hours
		2.00 pm  – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	117.	231/1  Biology             Large print	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	118.	236/1  Biology (For the Blind)               Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
2.16	WEDNESDAY 15/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	119.	313/2  Christian Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	120.	313/2  Christian Religious Education                Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	121.	313/2  Christian Religious Education               Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	122.	314/2  Islamic Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	123.	314/2  Islamic Religious Education             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	124.	314/2  Islamic Religious Education             Braille	3 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	125.	315/2  Hindu Religious Education	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	126.	315/2  Hindu Religious Education             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	127.	315/2  Hindu Religious Education             Braille	3 hours
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm		BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	128.	311/1  History and Government	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	129.	311/1  History and Government             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	130.	311/1  History and Government             Braille	3 hours
2.17	THURSDAY16/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	131.	231/2  Biology	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	132.	231/2  Biology               Large print	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	133.	236/2  Biology (For the Blind) Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
		10.30 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	134.	311/2  History and Government	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	135.	311/2 History and Government             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 5.00 pm (2nd session)	136.	311/2  History and Government             Braille	3 hours
2.18	FRIDAY17/11/2023	8.00 am – 9.45 am (1st session)	137.	231/3  Biology (Practical)	1 hour  45 minutes
		8.00 am – 9.45 am (1st session)	138.	231/3  Biology (Practical)                     Large print	1 hour  45 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.15 am (1st session)	139.	236/3 Biology (Practical for Blind                 Candidates) Braille	2 hours 15 minutes

 

S.NO.	DAY & DATE	SESSION	ITEM NO.	PAPER	DURATION
2.19	MONDAY20/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.45 am (1st session)	140.	312/1  Geography	2 hours 45 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.45 am (1st session)	141.	312/1  Geography             Large print	2 hours 45 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.15 am (1st session)	142.	312/1  Geography             Braille	3 hours 15 minutes
		11.15 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm  –  4.00 pm (2nd session)	143.	232/1  Physics	2 hours
		2.00 pm  – 4.00 pm  (2nd sessio)	144.	232/1  Physics             Large Print	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	145.	237/2  General Science	2 hours 30 minutes
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	146.	237/2  General Science             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
2.20	TUESDAY 21/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	147.	565/1  Business Studies	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.00 am (1st session)	148.	565/1  Business Studies             Large print	2 hours
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	149.	565/1  Business Studies             Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
		10.30 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	150.	443/1  Agriculture	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	151.	443/1  Agriculture             Large print	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	152.	443/1  Agriculture             Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
2.21	WEDNESDAY 22/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.45 am (1st session)	153.	312/2  Geography	2 hours45 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.45 am (1st session)	154.	312/2  Geography             Large print	2 hours 45 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.15 am (1st session)	155.	312/2  Geography             Braille	3 hours 15 minutes
		11.15 am – 2.00 pm		BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	156.	232/2  Physics	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	157.	232/2  Physics             Large print	2 hours
2.22	THURSDAY23/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	158.	565/2  Business Studies	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	159.	565/2  Business Studies             Large print	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 11.00 am (1st session)	160.	565/2  Business Studies             Braille	3 hours
		11.00 am – 2.00 pm	BREAK
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	161.	443/2  Agriculture	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2nd session)	162.	443/2  Agriculture                   Large print	2 hours
		2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (2nd session)	163.	443/2  Agriculture             Braille	2 hours 30 minutes
2.23	FRIDAY24/11/2023	8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	164.	232/3  Physics (Practical)	2 hours 30 minutes
		8.00 am – 10.30 am (1st session)	165.	232/3  Physics (Practical)              Large print	2 hours 30 minutes

 

3.0 INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES TO TEACHERS AND CANDIDATES

3.1 INSTRUCTIONSTOTEACHERS

Teachers are advised to ensure that the candidates read these instructions and guidelines carefully and adhere to them. The candidates should be made aware of the penalties for examination irregularities or misconduct. 

3.2 INSTRUCTIONSTOCANDIDATES

3.2.1 Avail yourself for searching outside the examination room and be seated at your desk/table 15 minutes before the time fixed for the examination in the various papers.  The first session will start at 8.00 a.m. followed by the second session as indicated on the timetable.

3.2.2 A candidate who arrives late will be required to give a satisfactory reason to the Supervisor.  Only in exceptional circumstances will a paper be  given to any candidate who is more than half an hour late.  Absolute punctuality is essential for all papers.

3.2.3 Check the question paper you have been given to confirm that it is the paper you registered for.

3.2.4 If an examination paper for which you are not registered is handed to you, or if the questions indicate that a map or other material should also have been provided, inform the Supervisor at once.

3.2.5 Attend carefully to any general instructions that may be given on the first page of a paper, e.g. instructions limiting the number of questions that  should be answered.

3.2.6 Check to ensure that each page of your question paper is printed.

3.2.7 Write your name, index number, sign and write the date of the examination on the answer booklet.  

3.2.8 Write on both sides of the paper, but do not use the margins.  Begin the answer to each separate part of a question on a fresh line.

3.2.9 Write the number of the question clearly in the left-hand margin at the beginning of each answer.  Do not copy the question.  Be careful to use the same system of numbering as appears in the question paper.  Leave a blank line after the answer to each question.

3.2.10     Write your responses in black or blue ink.  You may use fountain pen or ball point pen.  Pencils should only be used for diagrams.  Bring  mathematical and drawing instruments for subjects for which they will be needed.

3.2.11 Read each question carefully.  A lot of time may be wasted in writing down information that is not asked for and no marks will be given for it.

3.2.12 Do not spend too much time on one or two questions. Leave yourself adequate time to answer other questions.

3.2.13 As soon as notice is given to stop, make sure your name, index number, signature and the date of the examination are written on the answer  booklet and then hand it over to the supervisor/ invigilator.

3.3 GUIDELINESTOCANDIDATES

3.3.1 You are not allowed to leave the examination room before the end of the period allocated to the paper except with special permission from the  Supervisor. No candidate so permitted to leave may take a question paper or answer booklet out of the examination room.

3.3.2 Do not leave a sheet of paper you have written on or your answers in such a position that another candidate can read them. You should not give or  obtain unfair assistance, or attempt to do so, whether by copying or in any other way, and your work should not show proof of such unfair  assistance.

3.3.3 No communication whatsoever in whatever manner between candidates or with outsiders is allowed during the examination.

3.3.4 You are not allowed to have in your possession or in your proximity while in the examination room, any book, notes, papers or any other materials  whatsoever except the correct question papers and any materials expressly authorized by the Kenya National Examinations Council.

3.3.5 You may only use mathematical tables printed by the Kenya National Examinations Council, and these should not contain any additional notes  except the printed information. If you are using a calculator as permitted by the Regulations, it should be the specified nonprogrammable calculator.  If in doubt, check with the Supervisor. Calculators may be used in the following subjects Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Agriculture, Woodwork, Metalwork, Building Construction, Power Mechanics, Electricity, Drawing & Design, Aviation Technology, Computer Studies and Business Studies. 

3.3.6 You must return immediately to the Supervisor any question paper that has smudges, errors or is badly printed.

3.3.7 You must not take any used or unused paper out of the examination room.  Any rough work must be done on the official answer booklet and, if not to be submitted with the answers, must be left on the desk to be collected by the Supervisor and destroyed.

3.3.8 Any misconduct or causing of disturbance in or near the examination room will be treated as an examination irregularity.

3.3.9 For practical papers to be taken in shifts, all candidates taking the examination must avail themselves for confinement.  Any candidate who does  not present him/herself for confinement will have committed an examination irregularity.

3.3.10 Cell phones or any other electronic communication device are prohibited in examination centres.  Any candidate found in possession of a cell phone or any other electronic communication device will have his or her results cancelled.

4.0 PENALTYFOREXAMINATIONIRREGULARITIES

4.1 The KNEC Act No. 29 of 2012 Offences and Penalties stated in Sections 27 to 40 for cases of examination irregularities will apply. Some of the highlights in these Sections state that:

4.1.1 A candidate who commits an examination irregularity in any paper will have the results for the whole subject cancelled.  Such a candidate will not be entitled to a result and will be awarded result “Y” overall.

4.1.2 If there is evidence of wide-spread irregularities in any examination centre, the examination results for the whole centre will be cancelled.

4.2 Any person who:

1. gains access to examination material and knowingly reveals the contents, whether orally or in writing, to an unauthorized party, whether a candidate or not, will be in violation of Section 27 of the Act and the penalty will be imprisonment for a term not exceeding ten years, or a fine not exceeding two million shillings or both;
2. willfully and maliciously damages examination material will be in violation of Section 30 of the Act and the penalty will be imprisonment for a term not exceeding five years or a fine not exceeding five million shillings or both;
3. is not registered to take a KNEC examination but, with intent to impersonate, presents or attempts to present himself to take the part of an enrolled candidate will be in violation of Section 31 of the Act, and shall be guilty of an offence and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years or a fine not exceeding two million shillings or both and shall be prohibited from taking an examination conducted by or on behalf of the Council for a period of three years.

4.3 Candidates should  not commit any examination irregularity to avoid having their results cancelled.

Download the exam timetable from KNEC here