Poverty And Academic Performance Of Primary School Pupils In Kendu, Bay Sub Division, Rachuonyo District Nyanza Province, Kenya

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study was to establish· the effects of poverty on pupil's academic

performance of the selected primary schools in Kendu-Bay sub division, Rachuonyo

district, Kenya.

The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between the

effects mentioned and academic perfonnance in Kendu-Bay sub division, and to

investigate the role of the community in alleviating poverty and improving education in

Kendu-Bay sub division.

The study employed a descriptive research design and the instruments used for data

collection were questionnaires to the staff members of the schools and pupils involved in

the study and interview guides.

The findings were presented and interpreted in relation to the study objectives and

research questions. While linking to the existing literature, results included demographic

characteristics, frequency and percentages. Based on the findings, it was observed that

pove1iy affected the academic performance of pupils negatively. The findings suggested

recommendations on areas pertaining to the provision of school facilities for pupils to learn well.

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