Administrative determinant of 100 percent transition Policy implementation in public secondary schools in Imenti south sub county Kenya

Abstract

In response to the need for secondary education to adapt to the rapidly changing and competitive environment, there has been a shift in focus for principals towards managing institutional facilities to enhance school performance. Despite a nearly tripled student enrolment in public secondary schools, both physical and human resources have remained stagnant. The sudden surge in form one enrolment necessitates an assessment of whether institutional facilities are adequately meeting student needs. Thus, this study will aim to investigate how administrative factors will influence the implementation of the 100 percent transition policy in public secondary schools within Imenti South Sub County, Kenya. The primary research question will examine the impact of administrative determinants on policy implementation. Variables under scrutiny will include the availability of teaching and learning space, resources, staffing, and financial resource allocation. Anchored on systems theory, this study will adopt a descriptive research design. The target population will include 48 public secondary schools, with corresponding principals, BOM chairpersons, school committee members, teachers (heads of departments), and form three students, totalling 2,161 individuals. Stratified random sampling will be utilized to select and distribute data collection across 10 schools. Interviews will be conducted with selected principals, BOM chairpersons, and the Sub County Director of Education, while questionnaires will gather information from various stakeholders. Quantitative data analysis will employ descriptive statistics through SPSS, with results presented in tables. Findings reveal significant correlations between the availability of resources, such as teaching materials, sanitation facilities, and recreational spaces, and the quality of education. Schools with better access to these resources demonstrated enhanced student engagement, improved health outcomes, and higher overall academic performance. The analysis highlights that adequate physical teaching space and reliable sanitation facilities are critical in fostering conducive learning environments. Additionally, the study emphasizes the role of extracurricular facilities in promoting holistic student development. Based on these findings, the research recommends equitable resource allocation, infrastructural improvements, and the establishment of comprehensive sanitation and health initiatives. The study advocates for a collaborative approach among educational stakeholders to address the challenges faced by schools. Furthermore, it suggests areas for future research, including longitudinal studies and the impact of technology on teaching and learning. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on enhancing educational quality.