Education access and retention for street children: perspectives from Kenya
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Date
2016
Authors
Kisirkoi, F.K.
Mse, G.S.
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Publisher
IISTE
Abstract
Human beings and specifically in African societies value children for they determine the communities’ future
and place them at the centre of their family life. Over the decades, governments have recognized the importance
of children in their development efforts and have devoted considerable resources to child development especially
in education and health. In Kenya, Free Primary Education (FPE) led to significant increase in primary school
enrolment. Among the children who were enrolled in school were Street children but many more children are
once again on the streets. Such children end up roaming the streets, deficient of adult supervision and engage in
activities majorly to themselves and the society. The major objective of the study on which this paper is based
was to determine the learning needs of street children in Kenya. A survey research design was adopted for the
study. The study was conducted in Nairobi County targeting 320 street children living in the streets and those
found in rehabilitation centres. A total of 33 street children and 20 in rehabilitation centres were sampled and
studied. It was established that quality accelerated education delivered through a relevant curriculum would
enable such children lead a decent life and contribute to national development. An appropriate curriculum was
recommended for this special category of learners.
Description
Research Article
Keywords
Street Children, Curriculum, Education, Access, Retention
Citation
Journal of Education and Practice Vol.7, No.2, 2016 ; N 2222-288X