2023 KCPE Exam: Timetable, Instructions, and Guidelines
The Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examination for the year 2023 is fast approaching, and the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has released the official timetable, along with crucial instructions and guidelines to ensure that candidates and invigilators are well-prepared for the examination process.
Instructions and Schedule of Papers for the 2023 KCPE Examination
Candidates must strictly adhere to the time allotted for each paper, as indicated on the question papers. No additional time will be granted. The time allocated for reviewing the questions is included within the overall duration, unless otherwise specified in particular paper instructions.
Invigilators have the important responsibility of ensuring that candidates possess individualized mark sheets displaying the correct names and index numbers.
Days, Dates, Sessions, and Duration of 2023 KCPE Examination Papers
Here is the detailed schedule for the examination:
Day 1: Monday, October 30th, 2023
– 8.30 am–10.30 am: Mathematics: 2 hours
– 11.00 am–11.30 am: Break–30 minutes
– 11.30 am–1.10 pm: English Section A, Language: 1 hour 40 minutes
– 1.40 pm–2.30 pm: Break–50 minutes
– 2.30 pm–3.10 pm: English Section B, Composition: 40 minutes
Day 2: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
– 8.30 am–10.10 am: Science: 1 hour, 40 minutes
– 10.40 am–11.10 am: Break: 30 minutes
– 11.10 am–12.50 pm: Kiswahili Lugha: 1 hour, 40 minutes
– 1.20 pm–2.10 pm: Break: 50 minutes
– 2.10 pm–2.50 pm: Kiswahili Insha: 40 minutes
Day 3: Wednesday, November 1, 2023
– 8.30 am–10.45 am: Social Studies and Religious Education (R.E.): 2 hours, 15 minutes
Important Note
The Kenyan Sign Language papers (Sections A and B) are exclusively for candidates with hearing impairments (HI).
2023 KCPE Examination: Guidelines for Supervisors, Teachers, and Candidates
As the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examination approaches, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has issued comprehensive instructions and guidelines for supervisors, teachers, and candidates to ensure a smooth and fair examination process.
These guidelines stress the importance of adhering to examination rules and regulations, maintaining integrity, and avoiding any form of examination irregularity.
Instructions to Supervisors and Invigilators
Supervisors and invigilators play a crucial role in upholding the integrity of the examination. They must familiarize themselves with the instructions and guidelines and ensure candidates understand them. Additionally, supervisors must provide candidates with personalized answer sheets that accurately reflect their names and index numbers.
Instructions to Teachers
Teachers must actively ensure that candidates fully understand the provided instructions and are aware of the consequences of examination irregularities or misconduct. Effective communication of these guidelines is vital in preventing complications during the examination.
Instructions to Candidates
Candidates must adhere to the following instructions for a smooth examination experience:
– Arrive at the examination room 15 minutes before the scheduled paper.
– In case of lateness, provide a valid reason to the Supervisor.
– Ensure the accurate completion of your name and index number on the answer sheet.
– Verify the correctness of each page of the question paper.
– Remain in the examination room for the entire allocated paper duration.
– Avoid leaving written material visible to others.
– Refrain from seeking or providing unfair assistance and any form of communication.
– Do not possess unauthorized materials in the examination room.
– Promptly return any question paper with issues to the Supervisor.
– Do not take any used or unused paper out of the examination room.
– Maintain appropriate behavior and avoid disturbances.
Penalties for Examination Irregularities
The KNEC Act No. 29 of 2012 specifies penalties for examination irregularities. Candidates, teachers, and supervisors must maintain high standards of integrity to avoid severe consequences, including result cancellation, legal repercussions, and fines.
In conclusion, strict guidelines will govern the 2023 KCPE examination to ensure fairness, integrity, and adherence to regulations. Candidates, teachers, and supervisors are encouraged to work together to uphold transparency and accountability, preserving the credibility of the examination process.
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2023 KCPE Exam: Timetable, Instructions, and Guidelines
