TSC: Policy alone will not deliver Kenya’s education reforms
By Sharon Atieno, June 25, 2026The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has said Kenya’s ongoing education reforms will only achieve meaningful results if institutions tasked with delivering education move beyond policy formulation and focus on effective implementation on the ground.
In a statement shared on X account on Thursday, June 25,2026 , the commission reiterated that transforming Kenya’s education sector will require more than well-crafted policies, stressing that meaningful reforms can only be achieved through strong leadership, institutional commitment, and effective implementation by education stakeholders across the country.
Speaking during the 49th KESSHA Annual Conference 2026 in Mombasa, TSC Acting Chief Executive Officer Evaleen Mitei said education remains one of the country’s most powerful drivers of national development, economic growth and social transformation.
Mitei noted that while policy frameworks remain important, the real success of reforms depends on how institutions charged with implementation execute their mandate within the education sector.
Policy alone cannot transform education
She stressed that Kenya’s education transformation goes beyond policy documents, saying progress will largely depend on leadership, partnerships and institutions remaining committed to delivering expected outcomes for learners.
“The success of education reforms in Kenya depends not only on sound policy formulation, but also on effective implementation by institutions entrusted with delivering educational services,” Mitei said.
TSC outlines key reform priorities
The commission reaffirmed its commitment to aligning policies with both national and global education frameworks while strengthening teacher capacity under Competency-Based Education (CBE) through continuous retooling programmes.
TSC said it will also continue promoting accountability, professionalism and ethical standards through performance management systems while ensuring equitable distribution of teachers across schools for optimal utilisation.
The reforms are anchored on a broader vision that includes inclusive education for all learners, technology-enabled systems, stronger stakeholder collaboration and continuous professional development for teachers.
Principals challenged to drive reforms
In her closing remarks, Mitei called on school principals to remain focused in implementing education reforms, saying school leaders play a critical role in ensuring policy objectives translate into measurable results.
“Your role as Principals in driving education sector reforms through policy implementation is critical. Remain focused, dedicated, and steadfast as implementers of these policies,” she said.
The address reaffirmed TSC’s commitment to strengthening Kenya’s education system and delivering long-term outcomes aimed at transforming learning across the country.