Access to quality education is seen as key to the country’s social and economic development. However, there are a number of challenges facing the education system in Kenya. One of the major challenges is access to education, particularly for children in rural and low-income areas. Many children, especially girls, do not have access to school due to a lack of facilities and teachers, as well as cultural and financial barriers.

Another issue is the quality of education, as many schools in Kenya lack the resources and infrastructure to provide a good standard of learning. Additionally, there is a shortage of trained teachers, which negatively impacts the quality of education in schools.

There are also disparities in the education system that affect marginalized groups, such as children with disabilities and those from ethnic minorities, who are often underrepresented and face significant barriers to accessing and succeeding in education.

The Government of Kenya has implemented a number of policies and programs to improve education in the country, such as the Free Primary Education policy introduced in 2003, which aimed to increase access to primary education by eliminating school fees. However, the system still suffers from inadequate funding and a lack of resources.

Non-governmental organizations, development partners, and the private sector also play an important role in providing education services, particularly in underserved and marginalized communities. These organizations work on various aspects of education, such as improving access, providing scholarships, and building schools, among others.

In summary, education in Kenya faces several challenges, including a lack of resources, inadequate funding, and poor quality of learning. While the government has implemented several policies and initiatives to address these issues, more efforts are still needed to ensure that all children in Kenya have access to quality education and equal opportunities to succeed.