The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has issued a strict directive prohibiting social activities in schools during the third term to ensure uninterrupted learning and proper preparation for national examinations.
In an internal memo dated October 2, 2025, Acting Commission Secretary E. J. Mitei instructed all Regional, County, and Sub-County Directors to enforce the directive across the country. The move follows a Ministry of Education circular (Ref: MOE.HQS/3/2/5) dated August 27, 2025, which banned social events in schools during the sensitive exam period.
According to the Commission, the third term is a crucial period dedicated to exam readiness and learner safety. To that end, all Heads of Institutions and teachers must remain present in school and carry out their duties as outlined in official guidelines.
“The Commission is deeply concerned about social and related activities taking place in schools during this sensitive period,” the memo read.
TSC directed that only activities involving learners, teachers, and designated chaplains will be allowed within school premises. Any interactions with external individuals or organizations are strictly prohibited unless officially approved.
Furthermore, the Commission warned against holding teacher union meetings, campaigns, or other social events during school hours, stating that such activities disrupt teaching, assessment preparations, and the management of examinations.
Schools have been instructed to adhere strictly to policy guidelines issued by both the Ministry of Education and the TSC, focusing on exam integrity, learner welfare, and proper use of teaching resources.
The memo also directed that teachers currently on leave should resume duty immediately to assist in exam preparations and ensure smooth implementation of the directives.
This latest directive underscores the government’s determination to maintain discipline, focus, and integrity within learning institutions ahead of national examinations. The TSC has vowed to take disciplinary action against any administrators or teachers found contravening the new rules.
Education analysts say the move is timely, coming amid reports of exam malpractice, unrest, and unregulated activities in some schools during previous exam seasons.
