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    MITIGATING NOISE FOR EFFECTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT ON STUDENT'S PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOL IN THIKA SUB-COUNTY KIAMBU COUNTY KENYA
    (Gretsa University, 2025-10) KENYATTA, DANCAN
    The study aims to investigate the impact of noise reduction strategies on improving the learning and overall learning of secondary school students in Thika, kiambu county, kenya, and their impact on the learning environment. A Cross - sectional study design was used to select sample from the target population of primary school students, teachers, parents and administrators in the Thika subcounty. A stratified random sampling was employed to select the sample. Results show that teachers are effective implementing noise control strategies and keeping classrooms quiet, helping to create a better learning environment in secondary schools. However, teachers were not able to effectively reduce noise levels in the classrooms. The results also showed that the introduction of noise control policies and noise testing are the most effective strategies for mitigating noise within secondary schools in the district. The study provides valuable insight and benefits to many stakeholders on the educational situation in this particular educational setting, highlighting the need for comprehensive research on this matter beyond specific regions or locales. This research embarks on an exploration of the multifaceted issue of noise pollution in secondary school environments and its implications for academic performance of students.The research explores impact of noise on students performance in secondary school within Thika sub-county, kiambu county kenya. It evaluates the effectiveness of various noise mitigation strategies including noise control policies, soundproofing measures and teacher training in noise management.Schools with well -defined noise control policies saw a significant reduction in noise levels 71.42%. Schools with strict adherence to noise control policies reported significant improvement in student performance.The schools had invested in soundproofing classrooms. They schools reported a marked decrease in noise levels during teaching. Schools reported that while soundproofing was effective, the cost were a barrier to widespread implementation. Also schools had the budget to implement compressive soundproofing measures.Schools provided training programs for teachers on noise management techniques. Teachers who received training were more development at managing classroom noise, leading to a significant improvement in student focus and participation and equipped to handle noise - related disruption contributing to a better overall learning environment.