Last reviewed: 31 October 2026
Updated October 2026. Junior school (Grades 7, 8 and 9) in Kenya has nine learning areas under the rationalised CBC curriculum in use since 2025: English, Kiswahili (or Kenyan Sign Language), Mathematics, Integrated Science, Pre-Technical Studies, Social Studies, Agriculture and Nutrition, Religious Education (CRE, IRE or HRE) and Creative Arts and Sports. KJSEA at the end of Grade 9 assesses these areas, and the results feed Grade 10 placement.
On this page
Grade 7, 8 and 9 subjects list
| Learning area | What it covers | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| English | Listening, reading, grammar, writing | KJSEA English |
| Kiswahili | Kusoma, sarufi, insha | KJSEA Kiswahili |
| Mathematics | Numbers, algebra, measurement, geometry, data | KJSEA Maths |
| Integrated Science | Biology, chemistry, physics and health basics | Quizzes |
| Pre-Technical Studies | Drawing, materials, tools, computing, business basics | Quizzes |
| Social Studies | Geography, history, citizenship | Quizzes |
| Agriculture and Nutrition | Crops, animals, food and nutrition | KJSEA Agriculture |
| Religious Education | CRE, IRE or HRE | Quizzes |
| Creative Arts and Sports | Art, music, physical education | Quizzes |
Schools may also offer optional languages. Confirm your school’s timetable, as delivery varies.
How junior school subjects lead to senior school pathways
Strong Maths and Integrated Science point toward STEM; Social Studies, languages and Religious Education toward Social Sciences; Creative Arts and Sports toward Arts and Sports Science. See CBC senior school pathways and Grade 10 core subjects and electives.
How learners are assessed
School-based assessments run through Grades 7 to 9 and KJSEA comes at the end of Grade 9. Performance levels are explained in CBC grading explained.
Getting ready for the next grade
Moving up in January? Try Ready for Grade 7 in January, KSh 500, Grade 8 or Grade 9, and see reporting dates 2027.
Frequently asked questions
How many subjects are in Grade 7 in Kenya?
Nine learning areas under the rationalised curriculum used since 2025.
Is computer studies a Grade 7 subject?
Computing topics sit inside Pre-Technical Studies rather than as a separate subject.
Which subjects are tested in KJSEA?
The junior school learning areas; check the KNEC KJSEA timetable for the papers in a given year (KJSEA timetable 2026).
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