Homeschooling is a model of learning where the child receives formal education within the home setting, and without having to attend traditional school/classes. At Elimu plus, our children receive all schooling services either online or a teacher comes to his/her house. In homeschooling, it’s expected that a guardian e.g a parent will offer requisite support and guidance to their children in learning. Homeschooling in Kenya is not a new concept. According to Reginald Odour, it became a popular alternative to structured schools in the 1990s. Most of the students that were homeschooled in the 1990s later joined universities, and they are now serving humanity in different capacities.

The Basic Education Act of 2013 does not discourage homeschooling. The law states clearly that it is the role of the parent and the government to ensure all children receive basic education, and there is no law against homeschooling in Kenya. In fact, there is a legal precedent that homeschooling is acceptable as traditional schooling. At Elimu Plus, we ensure your child receives full and approved education that is taught by qualified, experience and government registered teachers The government requires private students to register for national or international exams, and we ensure all students that are due for national/international exams are duly registered. We will provide certified examination centers and all along the education journey, we ensure parents and students are kept abreast with the policies in the education sector and always act as the link between the students/parents and the government.

While home-schooling is still a new approach to educating children, pundits have pointed out that it will redefine teaching in Africa, and specifically in Kenya. Some of the advantages of homeschooling in Kenya include: Safety –In the light of the Covid19 pandemic, the majority of children have not received adequate education. Covid 19 regrettably remains a big threat to children and teachers and there is no clear solution as of now. Students in Elimu Plus receive a full syllabus as per the ministry of education guidelines from the safety of their homes Holistic family benefits – In countries where homeschooling is largely practiced like the USA, UK, South Africa, it has been reported that stronger family ties emerge. This is so because parents can easily share with their kids, the daily joys of a parent and child, get to build a super intimate relationship with their children because they have more time together, more so, it is easy for parents to transfer their beliefs system and values without fear of contamination. Convenient – Children do not need to wake up at 5 am to catch the bus, or spend hours stuck in traffic. This may result in students being always tired and not learn well. In homeschooling, there is none of this. The classes at Elimu Plus start well and students have enough breaks in between classes. Relaxed learning – Homeschooling allows your child to learn on their schedule. Timetables are drawn in such a way that allows the children to have relaxed class schedules and still cover the syllabus in time. Protection from negative influence - No need to worry about your child being bullied, coerced, or mistreated. Elimu Pus homeschooling and online education protect the kids from negative influence and peer pressure. Public limelight - Homeschooling is perfect for you if you are a public figure and you don’t want to expose your children to the public limelight.

The parent/guardain is expected to play the following roles under Elimu Plus homeschooling: Ensure the students have sufficient learning materials. Ensure that children are free from distractions during online classes and encourage the student to concentrate during classes Supervise homework, assignments, and exams and upload them for marking for Actively participate in WhatsApp groups with the teacher and other parents Pay the homeschooling fees

At Elimu Plus, students benefit from one-on-one interaction with their teachers, ensuring focused and personalized support—especially in subjects where they need extra help. While the Kenyan government has made commendable efforts to reduce student–teacher ratios, they remain below global standards. Our homeschooling model addresses this by maintaining a low student–teacher ratio, creating an ideal environment for effective learning. Learning at Elimu Plus is fully student-centered. Instruction is tailored to each learner’s personality, abilities, and pace, allowing students to progress faster or slower as needed. This personalized approach makes learning engaging and enjoyable, transforming it into an exciting journey rather than a routine task.

Elimu Plus parents are sent class reminders to ensure the learner does not miss the classes. At the end of every topic, the teacher gives homework to the students, the parents aught supervise their children when doing the homework to ensure it is done independently and it’s submitted on time. Homework and assignments are submitted online for online classes and for homebased learners, homework and assignments are handed over to the teacher. ​ We ensure the parent gets report forms to monitor the student performance. A student can also Track his/her learning progress through daily personalized assignments by using our powerful reporting tool on the Esoma platform

Homeschooling is more than just learning; Mental health and social developments are essential aspects of your child’s growth. Due to a higher student-teacher ratio, in traditional schools, it may be impossible for the teacher to identify students that may need special attention. Fortunately, with Elimu Plus homeschooling, these two aspects (mental and social development) are central to our structure.

Homeschooling is ideal for discovering and nurturing the child’s hidden talents as soon as they are noted. The traditional education system is exam-centered. Students usually spend hours preparing for exams as opposed to exploring talents. At Elimu Plus we ensure our students develop skills and talent through clubs and extra-curriculum activities such as Chess, Music, Art & Craft, Computer (IT), Accounts and Finance classes, skating and guidance, and counseling, learning a new language of choice, like Swahili, French, English, Chinese, local Kenyan dialect, German, etc

A child’s behaviors are majorly modeled by the parent which significantly increases the chances of children becoming well-behaved, industrious, and well-balanced members of society. At Elimu Plus, behavioral and moral lessons are discussed in classes, but parents/guardians will primarily be the ones to engage their children, and inculcate in them the social philosophies, religious convictions they desire their children to embrace. This is especially advantageous because it mitigates scenarios where children pick up negative behaviors and moral aspects because of peer pressure, coercion and bullying.

Our model is by far affordable when compared to traditional schooling costs. You will save big on school fees, transport costs, accessories like uniforms, shoes, caution money, etc. Covid 19 has ravaged and disorganized many families financially, most parents have lost jobs and businesses, thus the need to rethink family expenditure We have parents who have reported 50 – 80% savings in fees. Elimu Plus makes it easy for parents, they can pay the school fees monthly, quarterly or annually. Homeschooling gives you a chance to give your children the same quality of education, with an affordable budget, and without exposing them to the risk of Covid19

Elimu Plus Homeschool is not a testing or examination centre. Once learners are fully prepared, we register them with approved testing and examination centres in Kenya, based on the curriculum and the learner’s location. For full-time students living outside Kenya, learners following the Kenyan system travel to Kenya to sit national examinations. Those enrolled in British curricula (Cambridge or Pearson Edexcel) are guided through the registration process and linked to accredited testing centres near their city. We prepare learners for KPSEA, KJSEA, KCSE, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel, IB, SATs, TOEFL, and GMAT.

Yes, depending on the child’s age and academic background. Our academic team will guide you through the process. Below is a guide on transition between Kenyan CBE and British curriculum.

Elimu plus offers private personalized tuition (after-school remedial classes) for subjects and grades/classes of choice.

After the students complete their program/studies of a particular class or level at Elimu Plus, students can apply and be admitted to any school of their choice based on their results. The law states that such applications will be considered without biases or favoritism. There are countless students who have undergone homeschooling and they have gone ahead to join public and private and universities both locally and abroad.

Go to the Teachers and Trainers Tab on this website and apply from there.

Our teachers are highly qualified. Those teaching the Kenyan curriculum are TSC-registered, while teachers handling the British curriculum hold internationally recognized accreditation. All teachers undergo a rigorous interview process before joining Elimu Plus Homeschool, followed by over a month of orientation to fully familiarize them with our systems and processes.

When a student joins Elimu Plus and is behind due to sickness or time away from school, we first assess their current level and identify gaps in their understanding. Based on this, the student has three options to catch up: Join full-time group classes + evening one-on-one support (recommended) The student attends full-time group classes at their level to continue with the syllabus. Additional one-on-one sessions (online or at home with a teacher) are scheduled in the evening from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM EAT. This is the most affordable option, as group classes are charged per term and ensure the student is not left behind while catching up. Start with one-on-one support until caught up, then join full-time classes The student begins with intensive one-on-one sessions (online or at home) to fill knowledge gaps. Once caught up, they transition to the full-time group classes. This option is slightly more expensive than the first and depends on the learner’s pace and number of hours. Payment is per hour. One-on-one support throughout The student continues with personalized one-on-one tuition exclusively. This is ideal for learners who need highly tailored attention but is the most expensive option. This flexible approach ensures every student can catch up effectively while progressing with the curriculum at a pace suited to their needs.

We have two types of exams and assessments: 1. School-based exams These are conducted online twice per term: midterm and end-of-term exams. Students sit for them remotely, and report cards are issued at the end of the term. 2. National and international exams (IGCSE, A-Levels, KCSE, KPSEA & KJSEA) Kenyan CBE learners: Official end-of-term and national exams (Grades 6, 9, and 12) must be taken physically in Kenya at approved centers. We assist with registration depending on your location. Kenyan 844 (KCSE) learners: Exams must be taken physically in Kenya at KNEC-approved centers. Registration support is provided. International British curriculum learners (Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel): Most exams Centres are available worldwide. Students register and sit for exams physically at approved centers in their country. We provide guidance on registration and available centers depending on your location.