At least 70 per cent of Grade 10 students in Narok County have successfully transitioned to secondary school, marking a significant milestone in the government’s push to achieve full transition.
Narok County Director of Education Peter Magiri welcomed the achievement, attributing it to coordinated efforts among education officials, school heads, chiefs and parents.
“This progress is a result of joint efforts by all stakeholders. We have worked closely to ensure that our learners do not miss out on their right to education,” Magiri said while speaking at his office in Narok town.
He emphasised that every child has a constitutional right to education and cautioned parents against neglecting their responsibility to enrol their children in school.
“We will not allow any child to stay at home because a parent has failed in their duty. Education is a right, and we shall take stern action against those who deliberately fail to take their children to school,” he warned.
Magiri, however, expressed concern over what he termed a worrying trend of parents enrolling their children in schools outside the county, saying the move signalled a lack of confidence in local institutions.
“When parents take their children to schools outside Narok, it sends a message that they do not trust our local schools. We are working hard to improve standards and ensure our schools offer quality education,” he said.
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The director reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring 100 per cent transition to secondary school, noting that local administrators have been brought on board to enforce compliance.
“Chiefs have been directed to ensure that no student fails to report to school. We are monitoring the situation closely to make sure every learner is accounted for,” Magiri stated.
Despite the gains, a significant number of students have yet to join Grade 10. High school fees and the cost of uniforms remain major challenges for many families, even as pressure mounts on the government to ensure that school heads fully comply with directives on fees and uniform requirements.
Education stakeholders say sustained collaboration and strict enforcement of policy guidelines will be key to achieving full transition and safeguarding learners’ futures.
By Kimutai Langat
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