Who we are
The Kenya Institute of Special Education
For people with disability since 1986
The Kenya Institute of Special Education was established in 1986 through Legal Notice No. 17 of 14 th February 1986. KISE is mandated to train personnel in special needs education, conduct research, assess children with special needs for educational placement, design, produce, repair and maintain specialized teaching and learning materials and other assistive devices for persons with special needs and disabilities.
KISE’s mission is to foster an inclusive society by developing human capital, conducting research, offering functional assessments, and creating assistive technologies. The institution also focuses on early interventions and rehabilitation services to address the unique needs of learners with special needs.
Every child deserves a chance to be great.
/ Barack Obama
Our Foundation
Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Our Mission
To facilitate service provision for persons with special needs and disabilities through human capital development, research, functional assessment, rehabilitation, Inclusive education practices, technology and production of learning and assistive materials
Our Vision
To create an inclusive society that provides opportunities and services to persons with special needs and disabilities for an improved quality of life
Empowering Educators
Nurturing Future Educators
KISE offers world-class teacher training programs to equip educators with the skills and knowledge to support learners with diverse needs.
Early Interventions
Catch Them Young
Our early intervention programs identify and address developmental delays in young children, promoting optimal development.
Expert Assessments
Understanding Individual Needs
Our comprehensive assessments provide valuable insights into the strengths and challenges of each learner.
Innovative Research
Advancing Inclusive Education
KISE conducts cutting-edge research to inform evidence-based practices and policies in special education.
Specialized Training
Customized Training Solutions
KISE offers flexible training options, including workshops, seminars, and online courses, to meet the specific needs of educators.
Core Functions
The Institute is mandated to carry out the following functions as stipulated in the Legal Notice No.17 of February 14, 1986:
- 1. Conduct teacher training courses for teachers in various fields of education of children with special needs and disabilities
- 2. Conduct in-service courses for personnel working in all fields of special needs education
- 3. Prepare and conduct correspondence courses for personnel in the field of special needs education
- 4. Run an educational and psychological assessment centre for the training of teachers of children with special needs education
- 5. Run an orientation and mobility centre for training and demonstration purposes
- 6. Run a model training unit for the integration and inclusion of children with special needs and disabilities into the regular schools
- 7. Run a pre-school department where training and the stimulation of young children with special needs and disabilities can be carried out for the purpose of teacher training
- 8. Function as a resource centre for the production and dissemination of information to the general public on special needs and disabilities
- 9. Run a documentation and resource centre on special needs and disabilities
- 10. Conduct research in special needs education
- 11. Maintain, repair, design, produce and assemble special materials and equipment for persons with special needs and disability