2025 National Co-Curricular Activities Calendar Released by Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education, through the Office of the Principal Secretary, State Department for Basic Education, has officially released the calendar for the 2025 National Co-Curricular Activities. This comprehensive schedule outlines various activities across secondary, primary, and junior schools for Term 1, with a focus on sporting events, arts festivals, and special school activities. Below are the key highlights of the 2025 National Co-Curricular Activities Calendar:
Secondary Schools Sports (Under 18)
- Dates: 5th – 13th April 2025
- Events: Rugby 15s, Athletics, Basketball 5x5, Hockey, Handball, Cross Country, Swimming
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Important Dates:
- Clinic: 5th – 7th April 2025
- Arrival of Teams: 6th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 7th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Action Days: 8th – 12th April 2025
- Closing Date: 12th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Departure: 13th April 2025
Secondary Special Schools Sports
- Dates: 5th – 13th April 2025
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Important Dates:
- Clinic: 5th – 6th April 2025
- Arrival of Teams: 6th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 7th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Action Days: 8th – 12th April 2025
- Closing Date: 12th April 2025 at Sahajanand Special
- Departure: 13th April 2025
Primary Schools (Under 12)
- Dates: 5th – 12th April 2025
- Events: Athletics, Kids Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Important Dates:
- Clinic: 5th – 6th April 2025
- Arrival of Teams: 6th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 7th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Action Days: 8th – 11th April 2025
- Closing Date: 11th April 2025 at NYS Grounds, Likoni
- Departure: 12th April 2025
Primary Special Schools Athletics
- Dates: 5th – 12th April 2025
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Important Dates:
- Clinic: 5th – 6th April 2025
- Arrival of Teams: 6th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 7th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Action Days: 8th – 11th April 2025
- Closing Date: 11th April 2025 at Ziwani School for the Deaf
- Departure: 12th April 2025
Junior Schools (Under 15)
- Dates: 5th – 12th April 2025
- Events: Athletics, Cross-Country, Basketball 5×5, Rugby 7s, Swimming
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Important Dates:
- Clinic: 5th – 6th April 2025
- Arrival of Teams: 6th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 7th April 2025 at Shanzu TTC
- Action Days: 8th – 11th April 2025
- Closing Date: 11th April 2025 at NYS Grounds, Likoni
- Departure: 12th April 2025
National Drama and Film Festival
- Dates: 7th – 19th April 2025
- Host Region: Rift Valley
- Host County: Nakuru
- Venue: Afraha High School
- Important Dates:
- Reporting: 7th April 2025
- Opening Ceremony: 8th April 2025 at Afraha High
- Action Days: 8th – 14th April 2025
- Gala Concert: 15th – 16th April 2025
- State Concert: 18th April 2025
- Departure: 19th April 2025
The calendar emphasizes a balanced integration of sports, drama, and special school activities to ensure inclusive participation and development for all students. The events will bring together participants from across the country and serve as a platform for talent development and social interaction among students.
All activities will be hosted by the Coast and Rift Valley regions, highlighting venues such as Shanzu TTC, Sahajanand Special, NYS Grounds Likoni, and Afraha High School. Schools and institutions are advised to prepare their teams for participation and ensure adherence to the outlined timelines for a successful series of events.
Savanis