Learning & Growth

Our Academics

A rich, CBC-aligned curriculum designed to help every child discover their strengths, develop critical thinking and love learning for life.

Programmes

Choose Your Child's Level

Ages 3–5 · PP1 & PP2

Pre-Primary Programme

Our Pre-Primary programme is built on play, exploration and discovery. Children learn through stories, songs, art and hands-on activities in a warm, nurturing classroom setting.

Each child receives dedicated one-on-one time with their teacher, ensuring reading readiness, number sense and strong social skills before Grade 1.

  • Language Activities
  • Mathematical Activities
  • Environmental Activities
  • Psychomotor & Creative
  • Religious Education
  • Indigenous Language
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Ages 6–8 · Grades 1–3

Lower Primary Programme

Grades 1–3 follow the CBC curriculum with a strong focus on Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills. Our teachers use activity-based learning to ensure every child builds a solid academic foundation.

We offer English and Kiswahili literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, creative arts and physical education — all through engaging, child-centred methods.

  • English Literacy
  • Kiswahili Literacy
  • Mathematics
  • Integrated Science
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Religious Education
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Ages 9–12 · Grades 4–6

Upper Primary Programme

Upper Primary prepares children for the transition to Junior Secondary School under CBC. Subject teachers specialise in each learning area, providing deeper academic engagement and KCPE readiness.

We also offer leadership programmes, mentorship and career exploration activities to help pupils discover their passions and potential early.

  • English
  • Kiswahili
  • Mathematics
  • Science & Technology
  • Social Studies
  • Creative Arts & Sports
  • Home Science
  • Agriculture
  • Religious Education
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Our Approach

How We Teach

The CBC curriculum shifts focus from memorisation to competency — and our teachers are fully trained to deliver this vision.

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Activity-Based Learning

Children learn by doing — through group work, experiments, projects and real-world problem solving that makes knowledge stick.

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Digital Integration

Our computer lab introduces pupils to technology from Grade 1, with age-appropriate tools and digital literacy skills woven throughout the curriculum.

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Continuous Assessment

We use formative assessment tools including portfolios, observations and project work — not just tests — to measure each child's growth holistically.

Daily Schedule

A Day at BrightStars

Here's what a typical school day looks like for our Grade 3 pupils.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
7:00 – 8:00 Morning Prep / Arrival & Assembly
8:00 – 9:00 English Maths Kiswahili Science English
9:00 – 10:00 Maths Science Maths English Social Studies
10:00 – 10:30 ☕ Break Time
10:30 – 11:30 Science Kiswahili Creative Arts Maths PE
11:30 – 12:30 Creative Arts PE Social Studies CRE Library
12:30 – 1:30 🍽️ Lunch Break
1:30 – 3:00 Maths English Science PE & Games Art & Craft
3:00 – 4:00 📚 Prep / Remedial / Clubs
Beyond the Classroom

Extra-Curricular Activities

We believe every child has a talent waiting to be discovered. Our 20+ clubs and activities nurture confidence, teamwork and joy.

Football

Boys & Girls teams, weekly training and inter-school tournaments.

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Music & Choir

National award-winning junior choir and instrumental lessons.

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Art & Craft

Drawing, painting, sculpture and creative expression for all levels.

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Reading Club

Weekly library sessions with storytelling and book reviews.

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Athletics

Track & field, cross country and inter-school sports days.

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Coding Club

Introduction to programming and digital creativity for Grades 4–6.

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Gardening

School farm and garden where pupils grow vegetables and learn sustainability.

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Drama Club

Annual school play, public speaking and confidence building activities.