Learn Kikuyu
Kenya is a melting pot of more than 46 distinct cultures. We pride ourselves in living in harmony among such a cultural diversity. Each ethnic group has its own unique language. You can now learn Kikuyu language
Among the more than 46 languages spoken in Kenya, the Kikuyu language is the most widely spoken. It comes after English and Swahili. According to 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census results, 8.14 million Kenyans speak Kikuyu.
The Kikuyu language is Niger-Congo Bantu language group. It has four main mutually intelligible dialects. It is spoken widely in Central Kenya from Nyeri to Nairobi city.
In addition to myself, the Kikuyu tribe are very industrious. Their success story is clearly visible across all sectors in Kenya and beyond. They are often the talk of other Africans as an example of success. They own and control most businesses in Kenya.
Learning Kikuyu Language
The Language School in Kenya offers short courses in Kikuyu language. Furthermore, learning Kikuyu language gives you the opportunity to learn the Kikuyu culture. The Kikuyu lessons target Kenyans in the diaspora who want to learn Kikuyu. Similarly, foreigners will find it useful.
Learning Kikuyu language will enhance your connections with the Kikuyu nation.
Additionally, we offer Kikuyu lessons for kids, teens and youth who have grown up in urban centers. Your kids now have the opportunity to learn Kikuyu language. We have integrated Kikuyu culture, the origin of Kikuyu into the Kikuyu lessons.
Why Learn Kikuyu
First and foremost, learning a new language is always an exciting adventure. You may need it to advance your career. It is also useful while traveling to Kikuyuland. Or still, you may just be a lover of the Kikuyu language. Whatever the case, multilingual abilities place you above the crowd.
The Kikuyu tribe excel in the business arena in Kenya. In fact, the Kenyan business lingo is rich in words coined from the Kikuyu language. They are said to know all the back streets of trading.
Therefore, the Kikuyu language is naturally viewed as the language of business in Kenya.
Urbanization and Globalization: Threats or Blessings?
Urbanization is a great idea whose time has come. And so is globalization! They both have their own benefits. However, like everything else, they too have their downside. This is truer for the development of vernacular languages.
As such, the world has experienced unprecedented globalization and urbanization. This started since the beginning of the 20th century and continues to this day. This is partly due to the explosion of information and communications technology.
Many people have moved from their native homes into towns, cities and other countries. This is because of enhanced opportunities on the other side of the world. Similarly, pursuit of careers, education or personal ambitions are other factors.
Globalization therefore poses a serious threat to the development of local languages. For instance, some parents migrated from their homeland in Central Kenya to the US. Their children born in the US may lack Kikuyu language skills.
Imagine the drama in family reunions in the village with kids who cannot communicate with their grandparents? You are right. It might be hilarious, sometimes bordering on the bizarre!
Why not bring your kids to the Language School in Kenya to learn the Kikuyu language and prevent these awkward moments?
The 21st Century has seen the whole world becoming a global village. This is due to rapid globalization and enhanced international relations. There has been marriage between communities in Kenya. Likewise, this is happening between different nationalities globally. This includes the Kikuyu vs others.
One of the key factors that contribute to success in marriage is good communication. And so does mutual understanding.
Are you a Kikuyu married to a foreigner in Kenya? Your kids could be struggling to speak Kikuyu language. You can now help your kids to learn Kikuyu language at The Language School in Kenya. This will give your relationship a new direction with meaningful conversations. You will thank me later!
If you live abroad, we offer online Kikuyu classes via zoom, Google classrooms and other online platforms.
KIKUYU LANGUAGE COURSE OUTLINE
Our Kikuyu language syllabus mirrors the Kenyan primary school curriculum for Kikuyu language. Moreover, it is the same curriculum used to teach kids in lower primaries in rural areas.
For the most part, the Kikuyu language is still taught in some of these schools although it is usually not examined.
A general Kikuyu language course covers all the Four Language Skills:
• Reading
• Writing
• Listening
• Speaking
We organize individual or private classes to meet each learner’s unique needs. The schedule is customized according to the learner’s calendar depending on their availability.
Moreover, we offer specified Kikuyu language course tailored to cater for specific objectives.
This custom-made arrangement include Kikuyu language articulation. This is useful for learners who what to be able to improve their conversation. This can be helpful to conduct business especially in Kikuyu language or with Kikuyu people.
Study Options
The study options for Kikuyu language are dependent on the circumstances of individual students. This also applies to all the other languages offered at the Language school. Moreover, we aim at making the learning experience in our school fun and as comfortable as possible. Normally, regular classes start at 9.00 am and continue throughout the day until 5.00 pm in the school premises on week days. You can thus choose to take lessons of between 2-5 hours at any time between the class hours according to your preference.
For those who have other commitments during the day, we have early morning and evening classes. This arrangement can as well apply on weekends.
To summarize, the students determine their own timetable. This depends on their convenience, needs and availability. We also arrange make up classes for missed classes with good reasons. Lastly, we can conduct classes at your home or at your office for your convenience.
Study Levels & Course Duration
| Levels | Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1 |
120 |
|
A2 |
120 |
|
B1 |
180 |
|
B2 |
180 |
Study Options
| Options | Hours / Month |
|---|---|
|
Standard |
24 |
|
Semi Intensive |
30 |
|
Intensive |
40 |
|
Immersion |
100 |
EXAMINATIONS
The school regularly administer Continuous assessment tests (CATs). This helps to evaluate your progress. Similarly, it helps to highlight your weaknesses in order to give more attention to these areas.
At the end of the course, the school will issue you with a course completion certificate. We ask you to purchase the required study materials before the start of the course. However, the school may upon request, help you to purchase the materials.
The study materials include textbooks and listening CDs. Others are interactive digital platforms and Internet.
ENROLLMENT
Our school calendar is very flexible especially for private students. We have new classes at the beginning of every month. Private lessons start any time we have a new student.