CBC Crisis as Students Expose Stalled Learning in Junior Secondary Schools
Disturbing revelations have emerged regarding the state of the education system in Kenya, as junior secondary school students have expressed their concern over stalled learning and inadequate resources.
The students, speaking anonymously to the media, have exposed the dire conditions in several junior secondary schools across the country, with many claiming to have never attended classes since enrolling.
Furthermore, the students expressed concern over a lack of adequately trained teachers and insufficient learning materials, including textbooks.
Parents have also voiced their frustration with the situation, with one lamenting that she was wasting money preparing her son for school each day, as learning had reportedly stalled.
The parents have called on the Ministry of Education to intervene and avert the looming crisis, which could have serious consequences for the quality of education and transition rates.
Headteachers have criticized the Ministry of Education for delayed funding disbursement and teacher deployment, which they claim has contributed to the current state of affairs in many junior secondary schools.
The Ministry of Education has responded by stating that Ksh9.6 billion has been set aside for capitation grants for junior secondary schools for the first two terms, with each student set to receive Ksh15,000 per year.
A portion of this funding will be used to develop infrastructure, with a particular focus on laboratories.
While these measures are certainly welcome, the Ministry of Education has yet to respond directly to the concerns raised by the students and parents.
The situation highlights the urgent need for reform in the education system, particularly at the junior secondary level. Without meaningful action, the crisis could deepen, with serious implications for the future of Kenya’s education system.
CBC Crisis as Students Expose Stalled Learning in Junior Secondary Schools
