THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE DISCIPLINARY POLICIES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF PRIMARY PUPILS IN KAJJANSI TOWN COUNCIL.  A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.

David  Lule; Edmand Bakashaba; Muhammad SSendagi

doi:10.51168/sjhrafrica.v5i3.744

Authors

David Lule Team University P.O Box 8128 Kampala Uganda.
Edmand Bakashaba School of Graduate Studies and Research Team University.
Muhammad SSendagi School of Graduate Studies and Research Team University.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51168/sjhrafrica.v5i3.744

Keywords:

Disciplinary policies, Academic performance, Primary pupils, Kajansi Town Council

Abstract

Background:

This study aimed to assess the relationship between school management policies and the academic performance of primary pupils in Kajjansi Town Council, Wakiso District.

Methodology:

A descriptive correlational and cross-sectional survey design was used. A total of 134 respondents were selected as the study respondents.

Results:

According to the findings, there was a fairly good positive significant correlation (r=0.673, sig=0.000) between disciplinary policy and the educational performance of the primary pupils.

Conclusion:

There was a fairly good positive significant correlation (r=0.673, sig=0.000) between disciplinary policies and the academic performance of primary pupils in Kajjansi Town Council hence a positive relationship between disciplinary policies and academic performance of pupils in primary schools. Therefore, disciplinary policies have a significant relationship with the academic performance of pupils in selected primary schools in the Kajjansi Town Council

Recommendations:

The results of the study also suggest the use of corporal punishment as a tool for discipline in public secondary schools in Kampala City, Uganda. The findings suggest that there is a strong belief that consistent enforcement of disciplinary policies creates a safe and disciplined learning environment, promotes character development, and fosters positive relationships among stakeholders.