- Foster nationalism, patriotism, and promote national unity
Kenya’s people belong to different communities, races and religions and should be able to live and interact as one people. Education should enable the
learner acquire a sense of nationhood and patriotism. It should also promote peace and harmonious co-existence. - Promote social, economic, technological and industrial needs for national development
Education should prepare the learner to play an effective and productive role in the nation.
a) Social Needs
Education should instill social and adaptive skills in the learner for effective participation in the family, community, national, regional and
international development.
b) Economic Needs
Education should prepare the learner with requisite competences that support a modern and independent growing economy. This should translate into
high standards of living for every individual.
c) Technological and Industrial Needs
Education should develop in the learner necessary competences for technological and industrial development for the nation in tandem with global
trends. - Promote individual development and self-fulfillment
Education should provide opportunities for the learner to develop to the fullest potential. This includes development of one’s interests, talents and
character for positive contribution to the society.
4 Promote sound moral and religious values
Education should promote acquisition of national values as enshrined in the Kenya Constitution. It should be geared towards developing a selfdisciplined
and ethical citizen with sound moral and religious values. - Promote social equity and responsibility
Education should promote social equity and responsibility. It should provide inclusive and equitable access to quality and differentiated education;
including learners with special educational needs and disabilities. Education should also provide the learner with opportunities for shared
responsibility and accountability through community service learning.
viii - Promote respect for and development of Kenya’s rich and varied cultures
Education should instill in the learner appreciation of Kenya’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. The learner should value own and respect other
people’s culture as well as embrace positive cultural practices in a dynamic society. - Promote international consciousness and foster positive attitudes towards other nations
Kenya is part of the interdependent network of diverse peoples and nations. Education should empower the learner to respect, appreciate and
participate in the opportunities within the international community. Education should also enable the learner to operate within the international
community with full knowledge of the obligations, responsibilities, rights and benefits that this membership entails. - Promote positive attitudes towards good health and environmental protection
Education should inculcate in the learner the value of physical and psychological well-being for self and others. It should promote environmental
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Yes these as are very important goals and all teachers, parents and learners should be ready to achieve these goals.