Girls' Education: An Implementation of Access and Permanence Strategies in one of Montepuez's Comprehensive Primary Schools

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.929512516013

• Palavras-chave: Girls' education, Access strategies, Staying in school

• Keywords: Girls' education, Access strategies, Staying in school

• Abstract:

  The aim of this study is to analyze the access and retention strategies for girls in one of the Montepuez Comprehensive Primary Schools. The central theme of this article is girls' education, an implementation of access strategies and the permanence of girls in school. The problem addressed in the study is the high dropout rate among girls, which is the result of cultural, social and economic factors, despite the implementation of various access and retention strategies. The study seeks to identify the gaps in the strategies adopted by the school to minimize this dropout. The general objective: to analyze the implementation of strategies for girls to access and remain in school, assessing their effectiveness and the challenges faced. Specific objectives: (i) Identify the strategies adopted by Montepuez Comprehensive Primary School to ensure girls' access and retention (II) Analyze the factors that hinder the effective implementation of these strategies (III) Propose recommendations for improving access and retention strategies, taking into account the specific challenges faced by girls in the school community. Regarding methodology: The research was carried out with a mixed approach, involving qualitative and quantitative methods. The sample included teachers, 6th and 7th grade girls, school board members and parents/guardians. Data was collected through interviews, questionnaires and direct observation. Data analysis followed a triangulation approach to ensure the accuracy and validity of the results. The main conclusions of the study reveal that, although the elementary school under study has implemented various access and retention strategies, such as the distribution of school materials and lectures, there are still significant challenges that affect the retention of girls in school.