Background

Shanyinya Primary School in Kakamega County faced numerous challenges, including overcrowded classrooms, a lack of textbooks, and poor infrastructure. Many students came from low-income families and could not afford basic learning materials, leading to high dropout rates.

Intervention by No Child Left Behind (NCLB)

In 2020, NCLB partnered with Shanyinya Primary School to address these challenges. The organization:

• Participated in the school renovation.

• Donated textbooks, desks, and stationery to the school.

• Provided scholarships to 50 students from the most vulnerable families.

• Conducted teacher training workshops to improve the quality of education.

Outcome

The intervention led to significant improvements at Shanyinya Primary School:

• Enrollment increased by 30% as more parents were encouraged to send their children to school.

• Academic performance improved, with the school ranking among the top 10 in the sub-county.

• Dropout rates decreased, and students reported feeling more motivated to learn.

Impact

The partnership between NCLB and Shanyinya Primary School has transformed the learning environment and given hundreds of children access to quality education. The school has become a model for other institutions in the region, demonstrating the importance of community-driven solutions to educational challenges.