Influence of Family structure and size on Academic Performance among Secondary School Students of Kitswamba and Rugendabara-Kikongo Town Councils, Kasese District, Uganda

Biitikoro Nason, Masereka¹   and Tukur Muhammad²

Department of Foundations &Department of Science & Humanities Education, Faculty of Education Kampala International University Western Campus Uganda

Corresponding email: biitikoro.nason@studwc.kiu.ac.ug

ABSTRACT

This study sought to determine whether family structure and size lead to significant differences in students’ academic performance among students in the secondary schools of Kitswamba and Rugendabara-Kikongo town councils in Kasese District. The objectives were to examine and establish whether family structure and size lead to significant differences in students’ academic performance in the secondary schools of Kitswamba and Rugendabara-Kikongo town councils. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design on a sample of the study targeted at a total population of 354 while 245 were the sample size of respondents drawn from students, teachers, and head-teachers. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. Data were collected using a questionnaire and an interview guide. Quantitative data was compiled using the SPSS 16.0 computer package and is presented in frequency tables, pie charts, and others. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis. Data was also obtained from quotations and people’s experiences. The findings revealed that family structure and size are vital for students’ academic performance. Finally, recommendations have been given to parents, teachers, policymakers, and administrators across the education sector.

Keywords: Family Structure, Family Size, Academic Performance, Secondary School

CITE AS: Biitikoro Nason, Masereka and Tukur Muhammad (2024). Influence of Family structure and size on Academic Performance among Secondary School Students of Kitswamba and Rugendabara-Kikongo Town Councils, Kasese District, Uganda. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF LAW, COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGES 3(2):41-50.