Ordinary level is one of the the formal education options for learners who have completed primary education.
Learners join Senior One having successfully passed the Primary Leaving Examinations and embark on a 4-year cycle covering the Lower Secondary or O level (Senior 1 – Senior 4).
O Level Curriculum
Ordinary level is one of the the formal education options for learners who have completed primary education.
Learners join Senior One having successfully passed the Primary Leaving Examinations and embark on a 4-year cycle covering the Lower Secondary or O level (Senior 1 – Senior 4).
Subjects Taught at O level and their Status across the Country
| Category | Subject Name | Status |
| Science and Mathematics | Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, General Science and Mathematics | All Compulsory except General Science |
| Languages | English Language, Kiswahili, Literature in English, Local Languages and Foreign Languages | Only English is compulsory |
| Social Sciences | Geography, History, Religious Education | Only Geography and History are compulsory |
| Vocational Subjects | Commerce, Fine Art, Music, Agriculture, Home Economics, Wood Work, Metal Work, Technical Drawing, Entrepreneurship Education , Computer Studies | All Optional |
Physical Education is taught in all schools but is not examined by UNEB at the end of cycle. The Secondary Department also handles educational issues for the disadvantaged learners and there is a Specialist appointed for this area.
Cross Cutting Issues
NCDC with the help of partners, has integrated a number of cross cutting issues into both O and A level curricula. Some of the projects sponsored by partners and handled by the department are:
- Climate Change
- Animal Welfare
- Reproductive Health
- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Science Integrated with Technology
- Financial Literacy
- Road Safety