Influence Of Head Teachers’ Corporate Practices On Pupils’ Performance At Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education In Rachuonyo North Sub County, Kenya

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to investigate influence of head teachers’ corporate practices on pupils’ performance at Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. The study sought to determine the influence of head teachers’ facilitation of continuous assessment tests, provision of learning facilities, involvement of parents and community and facilitation of out of school trips on pupils’ performance at KCPE. The study used descriptive survey design and also used questionnaires for teachers and head teachers to collect the required data. The study targeted 600 teachers, 80 head teachers from 80 public primary schools. The study employed a sample size of 20% as suggested by Mugenda & Mugenda (1999). This resulted into 120 teachers and 16 head teachers from 16 sampled public primary schools. The researcher obtained 136 completed questionnaires hence the study attained 100% return rate. The obtained results were organized and analyzed using excels spread sheet and SPSS. The analysis involved the use of comparative statistics such as percentages and mean rating. Findings of the study revealed that continuous assessment testing are vital and play a key role in enhancing performance of pupils at KCPE. Out of school trips present pupils with opportunities to assimilate and accommodate experiences which reinforce classroom knowledge. On the other hand, parents and community involvement is key in ensuring pupils’ success academically. Based on the findings, the study concluded that governance practices in schools have a great influence on performance of pupils in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. From the findings, governance practices have a great influence on performance in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. The governance practices discussed in the study were found to be very vital as far as performances of the pupils are concerned. Therefore, the study suggested that head teachers in public primary schools should ensure that learners are exposed to regular assessment tests. They should also set aside funds for out of school trips and facilities as well as ensuring that parents and community are involved on matters concerning school development.