The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has released important guidelines for the 2025 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) registration. These directives emphasize the proper procedure for candidate transfers, the importance of uploading School-Based Assessment (SBA) scores, and ensuring all eligible candidates are registered before the deadline.
Strict Deadline for Candidate Transfers
KNEC has made it clear that all candidate transfers must be done online and completed before the closure of the registration portal on 28th February 2025. After this date, no transfers will be allowed. Schools, parents, and guardians are therefore advised to initiate any necessary transfers well in advance to avoid last-minute complications.
This measure is aimed at ensuring a smooth registration process while minimizing disruptions that may affect the organization of the KPSEA exams. Schools should also verify that transferred candidates are properly registered in their new institutions before the deadline.
Mandatory Registration for Eligible Candidates
Eligible Grade 6 learners who have not been registered in the KPSEA portal must first be entered into the system before they can sit for the exams. No candidate can be assessed without proper registration, making it crucial for schools to review their records and ensure that all learners are included in the Grade 6 portal.
Parents and guardians should work closely with school administrators to confirm that their children have been registered on time. Late registration will not be accommodated once the portal closes.
Uploading of School-Based Assessment (SBA) Scores
A key requirement for KPSEA registration is the uploading of School-Based Assessment (SBA) scores for Grades 4 and 5. School heads must confirm that all KPSEA candidates in their institutions have their SBA scores correctly recorded in the school portal.
Failure to upload SBA scores may result in a candidate being ineligible for the KPSEA exams. This step is critical since SBA scores contribute to the overall assessment of a learner’s progress under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Assessment Numbers and Registration Eligibility
Another vital requirement for KPSEA registration is that every learner must have an assessment number. Candidates without assessment numbers will not be able to register. Schools must verify that all registered learners have been assigned their assessment numbers and that their details are correctly captured in the KNEC system.
The 2025 KPSEA registration process is guided by strict timelines and requirements to ensure a seamless assessment process. Schools must finalize candidate transfers before 28th February 2025, ensure all eligible learners are registered, upload SBA scores for Grades 4 and 5, and confirm that all candidates have valid assessment numbers.
By following these guidelines, schools, teachers, and parents can work together to ensure that all learners are well-prepared for the upcoming KPSEA exams.
