Parents and guardians can now confirm their child’s Grade 9 school assignment quickly and directly using the KEMIS School Selection Portal. This guide explains how to check your child’s Grade 9 school selection on the KEMIS portal, what to do if information is missing or incorrect, and why verifying placement early matters.
Key Takeaways
- You can view your child’s submitted school choices on the official KEMIS portal using the learner’s assessment number.
- Use the My Selection page on the portal to retrieve placement details in real time.
- Verify details immediately and download or print the placement slip for reporting and record-keeping.
- If records are missing or incorrect, contact the learner’s current school or the local education office for corrections.
How to check Grade 9 school selection on the KEMIS portal
Follow these simple steps to confirm the Grade 9 school selection on the KEMIS portal:
- Visit the official portal: Go to https://selection-placement.kemis.go.ke/. Always use the official link to avoid copycat sites.
- Open My Selection: On the homepage, select the My Selection tab to retrieve your learner’s placement information.
- Enter the assessment number: Type the learner’s assessment number exactly as issued during national assessments. Errors will prevent the system from finding the record.
- Wait for the portal to load: Allow a few moments for the system to process the request, especially during peak checking times.
- Review and save: Check that the listed schools match the choices submitted. Download or print the placement slip and keep a copy for reporting.
Why verifying placement matters
Confirming the KEMIS school selection early reduces last-minute stress. Accurate placement prevents missed enrollment deadlines, unplanned transfers, and confusion about where the learner should report on the first day. It also gives parents a direct way to hold schools accountable if submissions were not done correctly.
What to do if you find errors or missing records
If your child’s details are missing or incorrect on the portal, take these steps:
- Contact the current school: Ask the head teacher or office to confirm whether they submitted the learner’s choices and to re-submit if necessary.
- Document the issue: Keep screenshots, printed slips, or written notes showing the discrepancy.
- Escalate when needed: If the school cannot resolve the problem, reach out to the sub-county education office or the appropriate education authority for support.
- Act quickly: Early follow-up avoids delays that could affect enrollment or orientation schedules for Junior Secondary School.
Tips for parents with limited internet access
If you do not have reliable internet at home, try these options:
- Visit the learner’s current school and ask staff to check the My Selection page on your behalf.
- Use a public internet point, community centre, or a friend with internet access to view and print the placement slip.
- Call the local education office to confirm whether records have been received and to request guidance on next steps.
Further resources for the CBC transition
Grade 9 learners enter Junior Secondary under the Competency-Based Curriculum, so parents and teachers may find these resources useful:
- Free JSS teaching notes — guidance and materials for Junior Secondary teaching and learning.
- CBC curriculum designs — official curriculum outlines to help understand the Junior Secondary framework.
- Free KCPE exams — past papers and practice resources useful for assessment context and learner preparation.
Taking a few minutes to check the KEMIS school selection now can prevent major problems later. Verify the details, save the placement slip, and follow up promptly if anything is wrong. If you need curriculum or exam resources to support the transition, the links above provide useful, downloadable material.
