At Bishop Mahiaini Academy, our Junior School provides learners with an enriching and future-focused educational experience under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). This stage marks an important transition where learners build on the strong foundation laid in primary school while discovering their interests, talents, and career pathways. Introduced nationally in 2018, the CBC emphasizes holistic development by recognizing that every learner possesses unique abilities. Beyond academic achievement, the curriculum nurtures creativity, innovation, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and practical life skills—preparing learners for success in an ever-evolving world.
Our Junior School is equipped with modern learning facilities designed to create an engaging and interactive educational environment. With spacious classrooms, digital learning resources, science laboratories, projectors, and computer technology, our learners actively participate in lessons that encourage exploration, inquiry, and problem-solving.Guided by a team of highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated teachers, every learner receives personalized support and mentorship to help them achieve academic excellence while developing confidence, discipline, leadership, and strong Christian values.

Comprehensive Learning Programme

Our Junior School offers a broad and balanced curriculum that equips learners with the knowledge and competencies required for Senior School and beyond.

Core Learning Areas

• 📘 English
• 📗 Kiswahili
• 🔢 Mathematics
• 🔬 Integrated Science
• 🌍 Social Studies
• ❤️ Health Education
• ⚙️ Pre-Technical & Pre-Vocational Studies
• ✝️ Christian Religious Education (CRE)
• 💼 Business Studies
• 🌱 Agriculture
• 🤝 Life Skills Education
• 🏃 Sports & Physical Education

Talent and Pathway Subjects

To help learners discover and develop their unique talents, we also provide opportunities in:

• 💻 Computer Science & Digital Literacy
• 🍳 Home Science
• 🎨 Visual Arts
• 🎭 Performing Arts
• 🌍 Foreign Languages
• 🤖 Coding & Robotics
• 🎼 Music and Creative Expression

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Education at Bishop Mahiaini Academy extends beyond textbooks. Through a rich co-curricular programme, learners are encouraged to explore their passions while developing teamwork, leadership, resilience, and self-confidence.

Our Junior School learners actively participate in:

• 🏃 Sports and Athletics
• 🎭 Music, Dance and Drama
• 🗣️ Debate and Public Speaking
• 🏆 Academic Competitions
• 🤖 Coding and Robotics
• 🌱 Environmental Conservation Projects
• 💼 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Activities
• 🙏 Christian Fellowship and Community Service

These experiences cultivate responsible, innovative, and compassionate young leaders who are prepared to make meaningful contributions to society.

Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders

At Bishop Mahiaini Academy, we believe every learner has unique gifts and unlimited potential. Through quality teaching, modern learning resources, Christian values, and a nurturing environment, we prepare our Junior School learners to excel academically, grow spiritually, and confidently embrace the opportunities and challenges of Senior School and beyond.

Guided by our school motto, “Setting the Pace,” we remain committed to shaping young men and women who are knowledgeable, innovative, disciplined, and ready to lead with integrity in a rapidly changing world.