Why boys drop out of school in Kiribati – snapshot

Date modified: 16 October 2018

This factsheet identifies factors the factors that encourage and discourage boys from staying in school.

‘Push’ factors include: • Embarrassment of shame.

  • Family issues.

  • School punishment.

  • Culture norms and practices.

  • Peer pressure and personal issues.

  • A desire by some boys to make money.

  • Limited accessibility.

‘Pull’ factors include:

  • Opportunities to participate in fun activities.

  • Family support.

  • Encouragement from friends.

  • Positive teacher attitudes.

  • Proactive classroom management.

  • Community outreach and follow up on non-attendees.

  • Nutrition interventions.

  • Instilling long-term visions to motivate attendance

Data and Resources

Rating
Issued 2021-12-21T20:47:16.873505
Modified 2018-10-16
DCAT Type Text
Publisher Name Kiribati Education Improvement Program Phase III