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Determinants of Parent's Involvement in Public Primary Schools in Busitema Sub County, Busia District

Nasirumbi JosephineSchool of Graduate Studies and Research (SGSR), Team University, P.O. Box 8128 Mengo, Kabaka A’njagala Road, Kampala, UgandaKenema MellonSchool of Graduate Studies and Research (SGSR), Team University, P.O. Box 8128 Mengo, Kabaka A’njagala Road, Kampala, UgandaMusoke MatthewSchool of Graduate Studies and Research (SGSR), Team University, P.O. Box 8128 Mengo, Kabaka A’njagala Road, Kampala, UgandaTukahirwa RuthFaculty of Education, Team University, P.O. Box 8128 Mengo, Kabaka A’njagala Road, Kampala, Uganda

Vol 9 No 11 (2025): Volume 9, Issue 11, November 2025 | Pages: 408-433

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 26-11-2025

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Abstract

This study assessed the determinants of parental involvement in public primary schools in Busitema Sub-County, Busia District, Uganda. The study aimed to: assess the influence of logistical factors, examine the influence of cultural factors, and determine the influence of the child’s characteristics on parental involvement in public primary schools in Busitema Sub-County. This was achieved through a descriptive and cross-sectional survey research design following a mixed-methods approach. The study employed census and simple random sampling techniques in selecting participants. Quantitative data was collected from a sample of 268 participants using questionnaires. Qualitative data was collected from a sample of 17 participants using interviews. Quantitative data collected was analyzed using simple and multiple regression analysis. The results revealed a strong positive influence of child characteristics and parental involvement (B = 0.522, Beta = 0.896). Logistical factors too significantly influenced parental involvement (B = 1.305, Beta = 0.681). Cultural factors, also significantly influence parental involvement (B = 0.621, Beta = 0.893). Parental involvement in public primary schools in Busitema Sub-County is influenced by various factors, including child characteristics, logistical factors, and, to a lesser extent, cultural factors. It is concluded that child's characteristics, cultural factors, and logistical factors significantly associate with parental involvement in Busitema Sub-County's public primary schools. Positive child characteristics, cultural relationships, and access to resources influence parental involvement in child's education. It is recommended that schools should prioritize strategies promoting positive child characteristics, consider cultural contexts, and improve logistical conditions to foster parental involvement and enhance student outcomes.

Keywords

Determinants, Parent's Involvement, Public Primary Schools


Citation of this Article

Nasirumbi Josephine, Kenema Mellon, Musoke Matthew, & Tukahirwa Ruth. (2025). Determinants of Parent's Involvement in Public Primary Schools in Busitema Sub County, Busia District. International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 9(11), 408-433 Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2025.911046

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