2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design9 Weeks · 45 Lessons2 Strands in Term 3

Grade 9 Mathematics Schemes of Work & Strands (Term 3 2026)

Comprehensive curriculum designs, strands, sub-strands, specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and editable schemes of work for Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

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Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3 Curriculum Overview

Summary of syllabus requirements, weekly distribution, key milestones, and course books approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for Grade 9 Mathematics in Term 3.

Class / Grade: Grade 9
Learning Area: Mathematics
Term Duration: 9 Weeks (45 Lessons)
Key Milestones: Mid: Wk 5 · Exam: Wk 9

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Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3 Scheme of Work Table

Week-by-week lesson matrix with specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, learning experiences, and assessment methods.

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Wk	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Specific Learning Outcomes	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Experiences	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) determine the bearing of one point from another in real life situations	1. How do we use scale drawing in real life?	- draw and discuss the compass directions and relate to the compass and true North bearings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) locate a point using bearing and distance in real life situations	1. How do we use scale drawing in real life?	- draw and discuss the compass directions and relate to the compass and true North bearings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) locate a point using bearing and distance in real life situations	1. How do we use scale drawing in real life?	- discuss and locate places from different points using bearings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify angles of elevation in real life situations	1. How do we use scale drawing in real life?	- discuss and locate places from different points using bearings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) determine angles of elevation in different situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- discuss and locate a place using bearing and distance. Sketch and use scale drawing to show the position of places from given points	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
2	1	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) determine angles of elevation in different situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- discuss and locate a place using bearing and distance. Sketch and use scale drawing to show the position of places from given points	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify angles of depression in real life situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- discuss and locate a place using bearing and distance. Sketch and use scale drawing to show the position of places from given points	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify angles of depression in real life situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- carryout different activities involving angles of elevation, for example observing different objects or points that are above. Discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of elevation	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) determine angles of depression in different situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- carryout different activities involving angles of elevation, for example observing different objects or points that are above. Discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of elevation	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) determine angles of depression in different situations	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- Carryout different activities involving angles of depression, for example observing different objects or points that are below. i) appreciate the use of scale drawing in real life situations	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
3	1	Geometry	Scale Drawing	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) apply scale drawing in simple surveying	1. ● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?	- Carryout different activities involving angles of depression, for example observing different objects or points that are below. i) appreciate the use of scale drawing in real life situations	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	Geometry	Similarity and Enlargement	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify similar figures and their properties	1. What are similar objects?	- collect objects and sort according to similarity. Discuss and note down properties of similar objects	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	Geometry	Similarity and Enlargement	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify similar figures and their properties	1. What are similar objects?	- collect objects and sort according to similarity. Discuss and note down properties of similar objects	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	Geometry	Similarity and Enlargement	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) draw similar figures in different situations	1. What are similar objects?	- use properties of similar objects to scale-draw similar figures	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	Geometry	Similarity and Enlargement	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) draw similar figures in different situations	1. What are similar objects?	- use properties of similar objects to scale-draw similar figures	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)

Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 3 in Grade 9 Mathematics. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

Strand 1.0

Geometry

3 Sub-strands32 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 Scale Drawing

14 Suggested LessonsTerm 3

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

identify compass and true bearings in real life situations
determine the bearing of one point from another in real life situations
locate a point using bearing and distance in real life situations
identify angles of elevation in real life situations
determine angles of elevation in different situations
identify angles of depression in real life situations
determine angles of depression in different situations
apply scale drawing in simple surveying

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

How do we use scale drawing in real life?
● discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of depression. ● discuss and use scale drawing in simple surveying. ● observe maps or watch videos on bearings and simple surveying?

Learning Experiences

Leaner is guided to
draw and discuss the compass directions and relate to the compass and true North bearings
discuss and locate places from different points using bearings
discuss and locate a place using bearing and distance. Sketch and use scale drawing to show the position of places from given points
carryout different activities involving angles of elevation, for example observing different objects or points that are above. Discuss, sketch and make a scale drawing to determine the angles of elevation
Carryout different activities involving angles of depression, for example observing different objects or points that are below. i) appreciate the use of scale drawing in real life situations

Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.2 Similarity and Enlargement

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 3

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

identify similar figures and their properties
draw similar figures in different situations
determine properties of enlargement of different figures
apply properties of enlargement to draw similar objects and their images
determine the linear scale factor of similar figures
promote use of similarity and enlargement in real life situations

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

What are similar objects?
How do we use enlargement in real life situations?

Learning Experiences

collect objects and sort according to similarity. Discuss and note down properties of similar objects
use properties of similar objects to scale-draw similar figures
discuss and identify properties of enlargement
use properties of enlargement to represent objects and their images
determine the linear relationship of similar figures and objects
enlarge objects and figures using IT devices

Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.3 Trigonometry

8 Suggested LessonsTerm 3

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

identify angles and sides of right angled triangles in different situations
identify Sine, Cosine and Tangent ratios from a right angled triangle in different situations
read tables of trigonometric ratios for acute angles
determine trigonometric ratios of acute angles using calculators
apply trigonometric ratios to calculate lengths and angles of right angled triangles in different situations
appreciate use of trigonometric ratios in real life situations

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

What is the relationship between angles and sides in a right angled triangle?

Learning Experiences

draw right angled triangles and recognize angles and sides. Discuss the relationship between angles and sides
discuss and relate the trigonometric ratios to angles in a right angled triangle
use trigonometric ratios to determine lengths and angles of right angled triangles
use Mathematical tables or IT devices to find trigonometric ratios of given angles

Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

Strand 2.0

Data Handling and Probability

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons in Term 3

2.1 Probability

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 3

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

perform experiments involving equally and likely outcomes in different situations
determine the range of probability of an event
identify mutually exclusive events in real life situations
perform experiments of single chance involving mutually exclusive events
perform experiments involving independent events in different situations
draw a tree diagram for a single outcome
appreciate the probability of events occurring in real life situations

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Why is probability important in real life situations?

Learning Experiences

discuss and carry out experiments of events involving equally and likely outcomes
work out the range of probability of different events
discuss and carry out experiments involving mutually inclusive events
discuss and carry out experiments involving independent events
practice representing probability occurrences in a tree diagram
use IT or other resources to explore more on probability

Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

Grade 9 Mathematics Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 9 Mathematics showing the term-by-term distribution of all 5 strands.

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Numbers
Algebra

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Algebra
Measurements
Geometry

Term 3Current

Geometry
Data Handling and Probability

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Curriculum Compliance & Official Accreditation

All schemes of work on this platform are meticulously aligned with official standards set by Kenyan educational statutory authorities:

Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) ↗
Syllabus designs, strands, specific learning outcomes, and inquiry questions.
Ministry of Education Kenya (MoE) ↗
2026 school calendar dates, term durations, and mid-term break schedules.
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Compliant with TPAD pedagogical records, professional records, and assessment rubrics.

Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3?

In Term 3, Grade 9 Mathematics covers the following main strands: Geometry, Data Handling and Probability. Each strand is broken down into specific sub-strands with allocated lesson periods across the 9-week term.

What are the specific learning outcomes for Grade 9 Mathematics in Term 3?

Each sub-strand defines measurable learning outcomes covering knowledge, psychomotor skills, and values. Learners engage in hands-on activities, realia observation, and collaborative problem-solving as outlined in the syllabus breakdown above.

How is Grade 9 Mathematics Term 3 structured across weeks?

This scheme spans 9 calendar weeks (45 lesson slots), with Mid-Term Break in Week 5 and End-of-Term Assessment in Week 9, in full compliance with the 2026 Kenyan Ministry of Education school calendar.

Can I download and edit this Term 3 scheme in Microsoft Word or PDF?

Yes. You can instantly download a completely editable Microsoft Word document (.docx) or print-ready PDF, or open it directly in the online scheme builder to customize teacher name, school name, and TSC details.