The new academic year is already in progress and a majority of parents, learners, and tutors alike are keenly interested in knowing the dates that schools in Kenya will reopen for Term 3 of the year 2024. In this article, you will find information about important dates on the term 3 2024 school calendar and any additional, relevant details to allow for proper planning ahead of time.
Understanding the Kenyan School Calendar
The Kenya school calendar is divided into three terms, which are Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3. Every term has a date for opening, a closing date, and a mid-term break. It is so designed that it allows equal distribution of the learning periods for the year with the holidays.
Key Dates for Term 3 in 2024
Term 3 is isually very important for students in their final classes/grades/forms with respect to various levels of learning as well as the curriculum being followed. The dates provided by the Kenyan Ministry of Education are intended to guide students, parents, and teachers as they head into the last term of the academic year.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Term 3 Start Date | Monday, 26th August 2024 |
| Mid-Term Break Start | Thursday, 17th October 2024 |
| Mid-Term Break End | Sunday, 20th October 2024 |
| Term 3 End Date | Friday, 25th October 2024 |
Importance of Term 3
Term 3 is particularly significant for several reasons:
- National Examinations: This is when Standard 8 and Form 4 write their final KCPE and KCSE exams, respectively.
- Final Assessments: This is the term that comprises final assessments and evaluations to determine students’ performance overall academically.
- Preparation for Transition: It entails the preparation period for transitioning students to the next level of education—for students transitioning from one level of education to another, such as moving from primary to secondary school or pursing post-secondary education from secondary school, the third term forms a very important period of preparation.
Planning for Term 3
- KPSEA & KILEA Exams: Monday, October 28th to Thursday, October 31st (4 days)
- KCSE Exams: Monday, November 4th to Friday, November 22nd (3 weeks)
- December Holiday: Monday, October 28th to Friday, January 3rd, 2025 (long holiday following exams)
As a parent/guardian, there are a number of proactive measures you should take to ensure that your child is well-prepared for the reopening of schools in the third term. Here are some things you can do:
- Academic Preparation: For students, check and complete any school projects, holiday assignments, and homework so that the student is fully prepared for the term.
- Supplies and Uniforms: Ensure that the student has all the required school supplies, uniforms, and other materials ready to take to school at the beginning of the term.
- Health and Wellness: Book the student for any upcoming medical checkups that will ensure they are well placed and in perfect health to go back to school.
- Emotional Support: Emotional support is also very important to learners by giving encouragment to students in their final term that is usually filled with strains.
Conclusion
It is important to know the exact dates as to when schools will be re-opening for term 3 in 2024 so that proper planning and preparations may be done. As per the current academic calendar issued by the ministry of education, schools will reopen on 26th August, have a mid-term break on the 17th to 20th of October, and the term closes on the 25th of October. This being the case, it will be easy for teachers, parents, and students to plan early for the last term.