Schemes of Work – Free Editable CBC and CBE PDFs
Schemes of Work – Free Editable CBC and CBE PDFs: A well-prepared scheme of work is the backbone of effective teaching. For educators in Kenya navigating the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and its evolution into Competency-Based Education (CBE), having a structured, KICD-aligned plan is not just helpful—it’s essential. On ReviseKenya, we offer free, editable, and regularly updated schemes of work for grades 1-10, saving you time and ensuring you’re fully aligned with the latest curriculum standards. Download your full-term Schemes of Work plans today and start the academic year with confidence. Download free CBC and CBE Schemes of Work
A scheme of work is a term-based plan that breaks down the national syllabus content into manageable weekly segments. It outlines lesson objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment tasks, serving as a critical roadmap that guides daily teaching throughout the term.
Schemes of Work are important because?
- Structured Content Delivery: Ensures all required learning outcomes are covered systematically.
- Efficient Planning: Guides lesson planning and helps in the effective allocation of teaching resources.
- Accountability & Consistency: Provides a standard framework for all teachers, ensuring consistency across classes and schools.
- Assessment Alignment: Directly supports formative and summative assessment in line with CBC/CBE goals.
Creating a scheme of work involves the following key steps:
- Use the official KICD curriculum designs.
- Break the term into logical weeks, accounting for holidays and exams.
- Identify key competencies, skills, and learning outcomes for each week.
- List suitable teaching activities, learning resources, and materials.
- Plan appropriate assessment methods to evaluate learner progress.
Professional Tip: Save valuable time by downloading our ready-made, editable Schemes of Work. Adapt them to fit your specific classroom context and learner needs.
Our comprehensive collection of Schemes of Work is designed for practicality and compliance.
- Curriculum-Aligned (CBC/CBE): Every document matches learning outcomes from the latest KICD curriculum designs.
- Complete Term Coverage: Full schemes of work for Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 for every subject.
- Editable & Downloadable: Access files in Microsoft Word (.docx) for easy customization and PDF for optimized printing.
- Structured by Week: Each scheme of work includes weekly objectives, teaching activities, materials, and assessment strategies.
- Updated for 2026: All resources reflect the most current KICD curriculum structures and standards.
Pre-Primary Schemes of Work
Download PP1 and PP2 Schemes of Work and lay a strong foundation for young learners with fun, activity-based plans that focus on core competencies. Download PP1/ PP2 Term 1 Schemes of Work. Download PP1/ PP2 Term 2 Schemes of Work. Download PP1/ PP2 Term 3 Schemes of Work.
Lower Primary Schemes of Work (Grade 1, 2, 3)
Download Lower Primary Schemes of Work. These schemes help integrate core subjects like literacy, numeracy, and environmental activities seamlessly. Get access to Grade 1 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya Get access to Grade 2 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya. Get access to Grade 3 Schemes of Work on ReviseKenya
Upper Primary Schemes of Work (Grade 4, 5, 6)
Detailed schemes of work designed to build deeper subject knowledge and prepare learners for the next level. Get access to Grade 4 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya Get access to Grade 5 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya. Get access to Grade 6 Schemes of Work on ReviseKenya
Junior Secondary School Schemes of Work – JSS (Grade 7, 8, 9)
Subject-specific schemes of work tailored for the demands of Junior Secondary, perfect for tracking competencies and meeting KICD requirements. Free Grade 7 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya. Get access to Grade 8 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya. Get access to Grade 9 Schemes of Work on Revise Kenya.
Senior Secondary Schemes of Work (Grade 10, 11, 12)
Subject-specific schemes tailored for the demands of Senior Secondary, perfect for tracking competencies and meeting KICD requirements in Grade 10, 11, and 12.
Frequently Asked Questions on Schemes of Work
Q: Are these schemes of work updated for 2026?
A: Yes. All our schemes of work are fully updated and aligned with the latest 2026 KICD curriculum designs and standards.
Q: What is the difference between CBC and CBE?
A: CBE (Competency-Based Education) is the evolution of the CBC (Competency-Based Curriculum) in Kenya. Our resources are aligned with the current CBE framework and goals as outlined by KICD.
Q: Can I edit the downloaded files?
A: Absolutely. We provide files in editable Microsoft Word (.docx) format so you can easily customize them for your class. PDF versions are also available for quick printing.
Q: Which subjects are covered?
A: We provide schemes of work for all core subjects at each grade level, including Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, Integrated Science, Social Studies, Environmental Activities, Hygiene, Agriculture and Nutrition.
Q: Are these resources really free?
A: Yes, all schemes of work on this page are completely free to download for educators in Kenya.
Q: How often are the schemes updated?
A: We review and update our resources annually to ensure they remain compliant with any changes from the KICD.
Q: I’m a new teacher. How do I use a scheme of work?
A: The scheme of work is your termly plan. Use it to create your more detailed daily lesson plans. It ensures you cover all required content and competencies on time.