Academic Calendar Updates: Ministry of Education February Half-Term Break for Schools.
Nursery, primary, and secondary schools are scheduled to observe a February half-term break following their reopening for the first term in January.
The Ministry of Education has released the mid-term break schedule for public and private schools, providing a detailed timeline for the break and subsequent resumption of activities.
Half-Term Dates
- General Schedule:
- All schools will commence their half-term break on 26th February 2025.
- Students will leave for the break on 25th February 2025 and resume classes on 2nd March 2025.
- Secondary Schools:
- Secondary schools, which often break earlier than primary schools, are expected to release their students on 22nd February 2025.
Post-Break Activities
Upon resuming from the half-term break, schools will immediately embark on co-curricular activities. These activities will be tailored separately for primary, junior secondary, and secondary schools, as outlined in the Ministry’s schedule.
Age Restrictions for Co-Curricular Activities
The Ministry has implemented strict age caps for participants to ensure fairness and minimize the risk of injuries:
- Primary Schools: Only learners aged below 12 years are eligible.
- Junior Secondary Schools: Participants must be below 15 years.
- Secondary Schools: Students must be below 18 years to compete.
These restrictions, previously lifted after protests, were reintroduced to protect younger students and promote equitable competition.
National Co-Curricular Activities Calendar – Term One 2025
Secondary Schools Sports (Under 18)
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Rugby 15s, Athletics, Basketball 5×5, Hockey, Handball, Cross Country, Swimming | 5th – 13th April 2025 |
| Host Region | Coast |
| Host County | Mombasa |
| Key Events | |
| Clinic | 5th – 7th April 2025 |
| Arrival of Teams | 6th April 2025 |
| Opening Ceremony | 7th April 2025 (Shanzu TTC) |
| Action Days | 8th – 12th April 2025 |
| Closing Ceremony | 12th April 2025 (Shanzu TTC) |
| Departure | 13th April 2025 |
Secondary Special Schools Sports
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Special athletics events | 5th – 13th April 2025 |
| Host Region | Coast |
| Host County | Mombasa |
| Key Events | |
| Clinic | 5th – 6th April 2025 |
| Opening Ceremony | 7th April 2025 (Shanzu TTC) |
| Action Days | 8th – 12th April 2025 |
| Closing Ceremony | 12th April 2025 (Sahajanand Special) |
| Departure | 13th April 2025 |
Primary Schools Sports (Under 12)
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Athletics, Kids Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country | 5th – 12th April 2025 |
| Host Region | Coast |
| Host County | Mombasa |
| Key Events | |
| Clinic | 5th – 6th April 2025 |
| Arrival of Teams | 6th April 2025 |
| Opening Ceremony | 7th April 2025 (Shanzu TTC) |
| Action Days | 8th – 11th April 2025 |
| Closing Ceremony | 11th April 2025 (NYS Grounds, Likoni) |
| Departure | 12th April 2025 |
Junior Schools Sports (Under 15)
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Athletics, Cross Country, Basketball 5×5, Rugby 7s, Swimming | 5th – 12th April 2025 |
| Host Region | Coast |
| Host County | Mombasa |
| Key Events | |
| Clinic | 5th – 6th April 2025 |
| Arrival of Teams | 6th April 2025 |
| Opening Ceremony | 7th April 2025 (Shanzu TTC) |
| Action Days | 8th – 11th April 2025 |
| Closing Ceremony | 11th April 2025 (NYS Grounds, Likoni) |
| Departure | 12th April 2025 |
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National Drama and Film Festival
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Drama and Film Competitions | 7th – 19th April 2025 |
| Host Region | Rift Valley |
| Host County | Nakuru |
| Venue | Afraha High School |
| Key Events | |
| Reporting | 7th April 2025 |
| Opening Ceremony | 8th April 2025 |
| Action Days | 8th – 14th April 2025 |
| Gala Concert | 15th – 16th April 2025 |
| State Concert | 18th April 2025 |
| Departure | 19th April 2025 |
Academic Calendar Updates: Ministry of Education February Half-Term Break for Schools
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