Modern existence is fundamentally based on science and technology.
The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) school curriculum is more crucial than ever in the twenty-first century, and not just for aspiring engineers and scientists; it is crucial for all students. Kenyan STEM schools are dedicated to advancing modern STEM education in their nation.
Students aren’t making progress in most disciplines, especially math and science, in the current educational environment. Our kids don’t understand the link between what they learn in school and what they can accomplish as adults, or how their academic success can help them get there. Stakeholders in the education sector need to think about incorporating the STEM approach into the curriculum if we want to prepare our future workforce.
As the majority of private and public schools have not yet included this concept in their curricula, STEM schools across the nation are still in the beginning stages. The idea has already been adopted by a few schools, though. A few STEM model schools are listed below:
1. STEM International School
One of Kenya’s top STEM institutions is STEM International School, a Kenyan-founded school. Karen, Nairobi, is where it is situated. As it continues to expand, the school has drawn students from 16 other nations, who are now enrolled there. With a focus on STEM education from preschool through the 12th grade, the institution follows an American curriculum. The value of having small classes is appreciated by students at STEM International School.
Fill out the application papers to enrol your child in this institution if you want to ensure that they are considered for the following academic year. You will then meet with personnel from the school who will walk you through the onboarding process.
2. Caplora Academy
The top STEM school in Africa is Caplora Academy. The university where it is housed is Strathmore. It is not necessary for parents whose children are enrolled in this institution to choose between long commutes to school and making do with the greatest options in the area. The college offers tutoring programmes that may be accessed from the convenience of home and are led by top experts in the industry. Additionally, to introduce students to the STEM field, the institution runs experiments, simulations, and apprenticeships.
The elementary mathematics course costs $35 per week and is open to children between the ages of 6 and 13. Biology, chemistry, and physics courses for high school students in grades 13 through 18 can be taken for a weekly fee of $35 each. The cost of the robotics and internet of things class is $50 per week, and it is open to children between the ages of 8 and 18. More information can be found on the organization’s website.
3. Tinker Education
In order to encourage young people in East Africa to pursue STEM education, Tinker Education was founded in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2016. Nairobi, Kenya’s Trafford Drive, off Ngong Road, is where the school is situated. For kids between the ages of 4 and 18, Tinker STEM courses are created. There are classes available in stem and life science, The Internet of Things, gaming development, intensive and basic coding, and more (ToT).
As soon as they are registered, new students complete a pre-assessment to determine their unique strengths, weaknesses, knowledge, and skills in advance of instruction. The proper level and class are subsequently assigned to them. The school levies a monthly fee for the classes. Depending on the course and the consumable resources needed for the courses, different costs apply. To learn more, visit the institution’s website.
