Nakuru County Absorbs 498 ECDE Teachers on Permanent and Pensionable Terms.
In a significant development for education in Nakuru County, 498 Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers have been absorbed on permanent and pensionable terms. This move marks a critical milestone in strengthening the foundation of education by providing job security and motivation for early childhood educators, who play a vital role in shaping young learners.
The commissioning, presided over by Governor Susan Kihika, drew wide attendance from educators, county officials, and education stakeholders from the region, marking a significant step in transforming foundation-level education.
Governor Kihika underscored that this transition reflects her administration’s firm dedication to elevating early learning standards across all 55 wards of the county. She confirmed that the newly appointed teachers would begin serving in public ECDE centers immediately. According to her, this development brings Nakuru County closer to achieving the vision of universal access to quality early education for every child.
She expressed that the event was not only historic but also deeply emotional, as many of the teachers had previously endured years of job insecurity. Their stories, shaped by years of service under contract or Board of Management arrangements, highlighted the struggles they faced without permanent terms. One teacher shared that for over a decade, she served tirelessly without knowing what the next year would bring.
Governor Kihika emphasized that this is just the beginning of a broader agenda. She reaffirmed her commitment to gradually onboard more ECDE educators based on the availability of resources. This assurance, she noted, was consistent with her campaign promise and her administration’s strategic plan to strengthen foundational education systems in the county.
She advised the newly hired teachers to approach their roles with passion and integrity, emphasizing the importance of professionalism and unwavering commitment in shaping the next generation. In her words, “This opportunity should not only provide you with job security, but also a platform to influence young lives positively and permanently.”
Governor Kihika highlighted the success of the county’s Uji Program, which she credited with increasing ECDE enrollment from 59,000 to 65,000 learners in just one year. The growth has also prompted a rise in the number of learning centers, from 1,003 to 1,068, showcasing tangible outcomes from targeted government interventions.
Alongside staffing, the county is also prioritizing infrastructure improvements in ECDE centers. These include child-appropriate classrooms, terrazzo flooring, ceilings, modern sanitation facilities, water storage systems, and suitable furniture—all aimed at creating a conducive and nurturing environment for young learners. Governor Kihika reiterated that the county remains firmly committed to giving every child the best possible start in life through quality education.
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The Governor extended special appreciation to P. M. Njoroge, Chair of the County Assembly Education Committee, and Charles Mwai, Chairman of the County Public Service Board, for their roles in ensuring the success of the initiative. Their collaboration, alongside other county leaders, made the commissioning possible.
With these 498 educators now part of the permanent county workforce, the future of ECDE in Nakuru shines brighter. They now step into their roles with renewed purpose and stability, empowered to provide consistent, quality education to the youngest members of the community. Governor Kihika described the day as a celebration not just of new jobs, but of renewed hope and investment in Nakuru’s future generations.
Nakuru County Absorbs 498 ECDE Teachers on Permanent and Pensionable Terms.