Causes Of Girl Child Drop Out From School: A Case Study Of Shariani Division, Kilifi District, Kenya

ABSTRACT

Recent research statistics has shown that the prevalence of girls dropping out of schools in

Kenya is expanding rapidly to the distraction of the society. This has meant that there is an

immediate need to conduct an investigation on the factors responsible for school dropouts

especially among girls. The study adopted a descriptive research design. This helped the

researcher to obtain a better understanding of the factors responsible for school drop out

among girls in Kilifi North district. Data gathered was analyzed and edited to create

consistency and completeness. Information obtained from the research study was

presented and analyzed using bar charts, narratives, and statistical figures. This study

provided suggestions for more effective approach to the issue of school dropouts among girls and measures based on the lessons learned from practical experience.