Kenya School Sports 2025: Term One Games Schedule & Guidelines
Teachers from primary, junior, and secondary schools across Kenya have begun attending sports clinics in preparation for the first term sporting activities. These training sessions, initiated at the sub-county level, will progress to county and regional levels for school sports officials.
The Kenya Primary School Sports Association (KPSSA) has released a structured schedule to guide the athletics and gymnastics competitions for primary and junior schools. The competitions will commence after schools resume from the first term half-term break.
School Calendar & Half-Term Break
According to the Ministry of Education, the first term half-term break is scheduled from February 26th to March 2nd, 2025. Games will kick off immediately after schools resume.
Student Eligibility & Participation Requirements
The Kenya Primary Schools Sports Association (KPSSA) and the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) have outlined strict eligibility criteria for students participating in the games:
- Introductory Form: A duly filled form signed and endorsed by the headteacher or principal.
- Official Photograph: A recent individual photograph of the athlete with the headteacher/principal, endorsed on the back (group photos not accepted).
- Birth Certificate Copy: A photocopy of the athlete’s birth certificate, endorsed by the headteacher/principal.
Age Restrictions for Participants
- Primary Schools: Only students under 12 years can participate.
- Junior Secondary: Students must be under 15 years.
- Secondary Schools: Only students under 18 years are allowed; adults are strictly prohibited.
The Ministry of Education reinforced these age limits to ensure fairness and protect younger students from potential injuries due to mismatched age groups.
Primary & Junior Schools Term One Sporting Events (2025)
Primary School Games
Kids Athletics (Ages 8-11)
- Gymnastics
- Cross Country (U12 Boys & Girls – 1200M)
Track & Field Events
- Sprints: 100M, 200M, 400M
- Middle & Long Distance: 800M, 1500M, 3000M
- Relay Races: 4×100M, 4×400M, Mixed Relay
- Field Events: Long Jump, High Jump, Triple Jump, Discus, Shot Put, Javelin
Junior School Games
Swimming
- Individual Medley, Breaststroke, Butterfly, Freestyle, Backstroke
- Medley & Freestyle Relays (100M & 200M)
Other Events
- Rugby 7s
- Basketball 5×5
- Cross Country (U15 Boys – 3500M, U15 Girls – 2500M)
- Track & Field (Similar categories as primary but includes 5000M and Steeplechase)
Secondary Schools Term One Sports Calendar (Under 18)
National Competitions (April 5th – 13th, 2025)
- Events: Rugby 15s, Basketball 5×5, Hockey, Handball, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Opening Ceremony: April 7th, 2025 (Shanzu TTC)
- Action Days: April 8th – 12th, 2025
- Closing Ceremony: April 12th, 2025 (Shanzu TTC)
Special Schools Sports 2025 (April 5th – 13th, 2025)
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Events: Athletics, Cross Country
- Venue for Closing: Ziwani School for the Deaf (April 11th, 2025)
National Drama & Film Festival (April 7th – 19th, 2025)
- Host Region: Rift Valley
- Host County: Nakuru
- Venue: Afraha High School
- Gala Concert: April 15th – 16th, 2025
- State Concert: April 18th, 2025
- Departure: April 19th, 2025
Final Thoughts
The 2025 school sports season is set to be an exciting period filled with competitive spirit and talent across primary, junior, and secondary school levels. The Ministry of Education, KPSSA, and KSSSA have emphasized fair play, age restrictions, and structured participation to enhance student experiences.
Stay updated with the latest schedules and announcements to ensure a smooth participation process.
