Kindergarten Unit
A warm, play-rich environment designed specifically for our youngest
learners — where every day is an adventure in discovery.
Kenya Competency Based Curriculum
Kenya's National Curriculum
Learning That Develops the Whole Child
The Competency Based Education (CBE) curriculum, introduced by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), replaces the traditional 8-4-4 system with a framework built around skills, values, and competencies rather than rote memorisation.
At Brighton International School, we implement CBE with enthusiasm and rigour — our teachers are fully trained, our facilities support hands-on learning, and our pastoral team ensures every child thrives socially and emotionally alongside their academic growth.
The pathway runs from Playgroup (age 2–3) through Grade 9 (Junior Secondary), giving children over a decade of consistent, progressive learning before they transition to senior secondary education.
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The Learning Journey
CBE at Brighton — Stage by Stage
From your child's very first days at Playgroup through their final year of Junior Secondary, here is how the CBE pathway unfolds at Brighton.
Playgroup
Ages 2–3
Play-based exploration that builds social confidence, emotional awareness, and early communication skills.
Early Years 1 & 2
Ages 3–5
Creative discovery through structured play, introducing numeracy, literacy, and expressive arts foundations.
Preprimary 1 & 2
Ages 5–6
Bridging play and formal learning, building readiness for Kenya's CBC framework with confidence.
Grade 1–3 (Lower Primary)
Ages 6–9
Building strong foundations in reading, writing, mathematical reasoning, and environmental awareness.
Grade 4–6 (Upper Primary)
Ages 9–12
Deepening inquiry, STEM concepts, arts, and project-based learning across all curriculum areas.
Grade 7–9 (Junior Secondary)
Ages 12–15
Critical thinking, career pathways exploration, and meaningful community service projects.
Early Years at Brighton
A Nurturing Start to the CBE Journey
Early Learning Activities
From music and movement to early literacy and numeracy — our Early
Years teachers bring the CBE framework to life every day.
Primary and Junior Secondary
As children progress through the grades, lessons become richer,
more project-based, and more connected to real-world relevance.
CBE Admissions
Ready to Enrol in the CBE Pathway?
Speak to our admissions team today. We'll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and help you find the right fit for your child.