American Curriculum
American Education Curriculum
USA-based educational standards K-12
PROVIDER
American Education Standards
GRADES COVERED
K-12
ASSESSMENT TYPE
continuous
FLEXIBILITY LEVEL
high
Complete Grade Structure
Kindergarten - Grade 2
Early Elementary
Focus
Foundational literacy and numeracy skills
Subjects
Key Features
- Play-based and experiential learning
- Development of foundational reading and math skills
- Creative expression through arts
- Social-emotional development
- Hands-on exploration
Assessment Methods
Teacher Observation
Portfolio Assessment
Performance Tasks
Benchmark Assessments
ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST
KES 100,000
USD 765 / GBP 620
TIME COMMITMENT
25 hours/week
Recommended weekly study commitment
Grade 3 - Grade 5
Upper Elementary
Focus
Skill development and content knowledge
Subjects
Key Features
- Increased focus on reading comprehension
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Introduction to research skills
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative group work
Assessment Methods
Unit Tests
Projects
Class Participation
State Assessments
Performance Evaluations
ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST
KES 120,000
USD 920 / GBP 745
TIME COMMITMENT
27 hours/week
Recommended weekly study commitment
Grade 6 - Grade 8
Middle School
Focus
Subject specialization and academic independence
Subjects
Key Features
- Introduction to specialized subjects
- Increased independent work
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Elective course options
- Preparation for high school
Assessment Methods
Quizzes & Tests
Essays
Projects
Presentations
Course Work
Standardized Tests
ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST
KES 150,000
USD 1150 / GBP 925
TIME COMMITMENT
28 hours/week
Recommended weekly study commitment
Grade 9 - Grade 12
High School
Focus
University preparation and career readiness
Subjects
Key Features
- Wide range of course choices
- AP (Advanced Placement) courses available
- Honors and standard level options
- College preparation focus
- Extracurricular integration
- SAT/ACT test preparation
Assessment Methods
Semester Exams
Course Projects
AP Exams
SAT/ACT
GPA System
College Transcripts
ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST
KES 180,000
USD 1380 / GBP 1110
TIME COMMITMENT
30 hours/week
Recommended weekly study commitment
Subject Offerings
coreSubjects
- English Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
advancedOptions
- AP English
- AP Calculus
- AP Biology
- AP US History
- AP Physics
electiveOptions
- Computer Science
- Psychology
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Foreign Languages
- Fine Arts
careerPathways
- STEM Track
- Humanities Track
- Business Track
- Arts Track
University Recognition & Pathways
Kenyan Universities
- Strathmore
- USIU-Africa
- KCA University
Global Universities
- MIT
- Stanford
- Harvard
- Yale
- UC Berkeley
- Princeton
Recognition Level
High - Especially strong in USA, increasingly recognized globally
Strengths & Considerations
Key Strengths
- Highly flexible subject selection
- Continuous assessment (not exam-dependent)
- Strong emphasis on critical thinking and creativity
- Project-based learning
- SAT/ACT lead to global universities
Considerations
- Less recognized in some East African contexts
- Requires more parental guidance and independence
Is American Curriculum Right for Your Family?
Flexible learners, creative thinkers, budget-conscious families
Recommended Study Hours Per Week
25
Annual Investment (Approximate)
KES 225,000