92 report form comments for CBE teachers

Published 2 October 2026 · By the ShuleTop team

Writing a fresh comment for forty learners in every learning area is one of the most tiring parts of the end of term. Below are 92 comments written for Kenyan classrooms, grouped by CBE performance level, by learning area, for values and behaviour, and for the class teacher and the principal. Use them as they are, or as a starting point for your own.

How to write a good report form comment

• Be specific. “Your compositions are well organised” helps more than “Good work”.
• Name one next step. Every comment should tell the learner and parent what to do next.
• Describe the work, not the child. Say “basic skills need more practice”, not “a weak learner”.
• Match the level. A comment should agree with the performance level on the same line.
• Keep it short. One or two sentences fit the space on a report form and get read.

Exceeding expectations (EE1, EE2)

1. An outstanding term. You understand concepts deeply and apply them confidently. Keep challenging yourself.
2. Excellent work across learning areas. Your curiosity and effort show in every assignment.
3. You consistently go beyond what is asked. Keep sharing your ideas with your classmates.
4. Exceptional performance. Your project work showed creativity and careful thinking.
5. You have mastered this term’s work. Aim to keep the same focus next term.
6. A remarkable result that reflects hard work and good organisation. Well done.
7. Your problem-solving skills are excellent. Try leading a study group to help others.
8. Very good work. You ask thoughtful questions and complete tasks to a high standard.
9. You read widely and it shows in your written work. Keep it up.
10. Excellent mastery of skills this term. Continue to take on extra challenges.
11. You are a confident, independent learner. Your effort is an example to the class.
12. Superb performance in practical work. You follow instructions carefully and work safely.

Meeting expectations (ME1, ME2)

1. Good work this term. You have met the expected level; more practice will take you higher.
2. A steady term. Revise regularly and ask questions early when something is unclear.
3. You understand most concepts well. Work on presenting your answers more neatly.
4. Good progress. Spend a little more time on reading to strengthen your written work.
5. You are doing well. Complete every assignment on time to reach exceeding expectations.
6. A solid performance. Practise more problem-solving questions at home.
7. You participate well in class. Aim for more accuracy in your calculations.
8. Good effort and a positive attitude. Keep building your confidence in group work.
9. You have met expectations in most areas. Focus on the topics you found difficult.
10. Well done. Reviewing your notes each evening will help you go further.
11. You work well with others. Try to contribute your own ideas more often.
12. A fair and consistent term. Set yourself a clear goal for next term.

Approaching expectations (AE1, AE2)

1. You are making progress. Regular practice at home will help you reach the expected level.
2. You can do better with more effort. Ask your teachers for help when you are stuck.
3. Some concepts are still new to you. Revise with a study partner each week.
4. You have the ability to improve. Complete all your class and home work on time.
5. Better focus in class will help you move to the next level. Keep trying.
6. Good effort in some areas. Spend more time reading and practising basic skills.
7. You are improving slowly. Keep a revision timetable and follow it.
8. Work on your attendance and punctuality; missed lessons are slowing your progress.
9. You show interest in practical work. Bring the same energy to written tasks.
10. With steady support at home and school, you can reach meeting expectations.
11. Ask questions in class — there is no wrong question. That will help you grow.
12. You have potential. Small daily practice will make a big difference next term.

Below expectations (BE1, BE2)

1. You need more support in this learning area. We will work with you and your parents.
2. Let us set small goals together and check them every week.
3. Basic skills need more practice. Daily reading and number work at home will help.
4. You can improve with regular attendance and help from your teachers.
5. Please see your class teacher so we can agree on a learning plan for next term.
6. Your effort is noted. More practice and patience will build your confidence.
7. Focus on one topic at a time and ask for help early.
8. With encouragement at home and extra practice, you can catch up.
9. Do not give up. Every bit of practice moves you forward.
10. We believe you can do better. Let us work on this together next term.

Mathematics

1. Good accuracy in calculations. Practise word problems to apply your skills.
2. You understand number work well. Revise fractions and decimals.
3. Show all your working so marks can be awarded for method.
4. Practise times tables daily to improve your speed.
5. Excellent reasoning. Try more challenging problems.
6. Check your answers before handing in work.

English and Kiswahili

1. Good reading fluency. Work on spelling and punctuation in compositions.
2. Your oral skills are strong. Read a story book every week to grow your vocabulary.
3. Well-organised compositions. Use a wider range of words.
4. Practise handwriting so that your work is easy to read.
5. Unasoma vizuri. Endelea kusoma vitabu vya hadithi ili kuongeza msamiati.
6. Insha zako ni nzuri. Zingatia hijai na uakifishaji.
7. Jitahidi kuzungumza Kiswahili kwa ufasaha zaidi darasani.

Integrated Science, Agriculture and Pre-Technical Studies

1. You carry out experiments carefully and record observations well.
2. Good practical skills. Learn the key scientific terms for each topic.
3. You follow safety rules in the workshop. Keep it up.
4. Your garden project showed good planning and care.
5. Revise diagrams and label them clearly.
6. Show more care when handling tools and equipment.

Creative Arts, Sports and Social Studies

1. You are creative and confident in performance. Keep developing your talent.
2. Excellent teamwork and sportsmanship this term.
3. Good knowledge of our country and its people. Relate topics to your community.
4. Participate more actively in practical and performing activities.
5. Your artwork shows good attention to detail.

Values, behaviour and competencies

1. Respectful and kind to others. A good role model in class.
2. You take responsibility for your learning. Keep it up.
3. You show integrity and honesty in all you do.
4. Good leadership skills. You guide others patiently.
5. Work on listening when others are speaking.
6. Punctuality has improved this term. Well done.
7. You care for the school environment and help others do the same.
8. Try to stay calm and patient when working in groups.
9. You communicate your ideas clearly and confidently.
10. Show more self-discipline during independent study time.

Class teacher remarks

1. A pleasant learner who works well with others. Keep up the good effort.
2. Has made good progress this term. More consistency will bring better results.
3. Capable of much more. Let us aim higher next term.
4. Hardworking and well behaved. A pleasure to teach.
5. Needs to improve attendance and complete all assignments.
6. Shows steady improvement. Keep working hard.

Principal or headteacher remarks

1. An excellent term. Keep up the hard work and good conduct.
2. Good progress. We look forward to even better results next term.
3. You can do better. Work closely with your teachers.
4. Pleasing improvement. Keep it up.
5. A fair performance. More effort is needed.
6. Congratulations on a well-deserved result.

Comments to avoid

• Labels such as “lazy”, “slow” or “weak” — they discourage and rarely change anything.
• Comparisons with other learners or siblings.
• Comments that don’t match the level, such as “excellent” next to AE2.
• The same comment for every learner in the class — parents compare report forms.

New to the levels? Read the CBE grading system explained.