How The New Senior Secondary School Funding Model Will Work – Education Ministry Reveals

The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Julius Migos Ogamba together with the Principal Secretary, State Department for Higher Education and Research, Dr. Beatrice Muganda Inyangala, when they appeared before the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Education and Governance

The Ministry of Education has revealed its plans to create a new funding model specifically designed for students transitioning to Grade 10 under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). This model is intended to guarantee equitable access to education as the country progresses into the Senior Secondary School (SSS) stage of the CBC.

As stated by the ministry, the proposed model will rectify existing disparities in resource distribution by taking into account elements such as school type, learner needs, and regional differences. Furthermore, it will provide targeted assistance for students from vulnerable and marginalized backgrounds.

The Cabinet Secretary for Education emphasized that the government is dedicated to ensuring that no student is overlooked during the CBC implementation. The funding model will classify schools into various pathways — STEM, Arts and Sports, and Social Sciences — and distribute resources according to their particular demands.

Institutions offering technical and science-oriented subjects will receive increased support for infrastructure, equipment, and educational materials. In addition, learners following these pathways may qualify for bursaries or grants to promote enrollment in fields that are less popular yet in high demand.

The ministry also intends to implement performance-based incentives to foster accountability in school administration. Schools that demonstrate effective utilization of funds and enhanced learning outcomes may be granted additional support in subsequent years.

Consultations with stakeholders are currently underway, and the ministry has solicited feedback from educators, school administrators, parents, and development partners prior to finalizing the model. A dedicated task force is presently examining data from pilot institutions to guide the framework.

The new model is anticipated to be put into effect before the 2026 school year when the inaugural CBC cohort enters Grade 10. It forms part of wider reforms aimed at facilitating a smooth transition and enhancing quality in the senior phase of basic education.

The ministry has assured the public that the funding system will be characterized by transparency, inclusivity, and sustainability.