Junior High Homeschooling Nairobi | Ages 11-14

The Discovery Years

Junior high is when education gets interesting. Children move from learning the basics to exploring subjects in depth. They start to notice which subjects they enjoy, which ones come naturally and which ones need more effort. These discoveries shape their subject choices in senior high and ultimately their career direction.

At Impact, we use the junior high years to broaden exposure. Students study a wide range of subjects so they can make informed choices later, not guesses based on limited experience. We also introduce study skills, exam technique and independent research habits that become essential in the years ahead.

Available through CBC Junior Secondary (Grade 7-9), Cambridge Lower Secondary (with Checkpoint exams) or IB MYP (Years 1-3). The curriculum content differs, but the approach is consistent: challenge, support and genuine engagement.

Subject Areas

English Language & Literature

Reading increasingly complex texts, analytical writing, poetry, drama and novel study. Students learn to construct arguments and express ideas with precision.

Mathematics

Algebra, geometry, statistics, probability and problem solving. We ensure students are genuinely comfortable with mathematical thinking, not just following procedures.

Sciences

Biology, chemistry and physics taught as separate disciplines. Practical experiments every week. Students learn to design investigations and interpret results.

Humanities

History, geography and religious education. Students develop the ability to analyse sources, understand different perspectives and construct evidence-based arguments.

Languages

French, Swahili and additional options. Communication skills, cultural understanding and grammar development through meaningful contexts.

Technical & Creative

Art, music, ICT, business studies and pre-technical subjects. For CBC students, this is where pathway exploration begins in earnest.

How We Support Junior High Students

01 Subject tasters — Students try subjects like business studies, computer science and art before committing at senior level
02 Study skills programme — Note-taking, revision techniques, time management and exam preparation taught explicitly, not assumed
03 Career awareness — Guest speakers, career talks and interest assessments to help students start thinking about their future
04 Checkpoint or baseline assessments — Cambridge students sit Checkpoint exams; CBC students complete formative assessments at Grade 9
05 Transition guidance — We help families choose between IGCSE, A-Level, IB, CBC Senior School and other pathways based on the student's strengths and goals

Subject selection guidance for senior high. One of the most important decisions in a student's education is which subjects to take at senior level. We provide free, personalised guidance based on your child's junior high performance, interests and university ambitions. Do not leave this to guesswork.

Junior High