It may soon be illegal to force your child to repeat classes

Education Cabinet Secretary Jacob Kaimenyi(C) with Department of Research and Develpment (DRMD) Director General Robert Ombakho(R) and Eng.Lebanon Muchuma(L) addresses the media after the CS was shown the newly invented Hydropedal boat at the National Cereals and Produce Board in Nairobi on Tuesday 28/07/15. [PHOTO:BONIFACE OKENDO/STANDARD]

Education Cabinet Secretary Jacob Kaimenyi has urged MPs to support a proposed law that details new reporting times for schools, bans forcing pupils to repeat classes and having them sit promotional exams.

Prof Kaimenyi said once the much-awaited reforms are in place, the sector would see children enjoy a conducive learning atmosphere necessary for posting good academic results.