EFFECTS OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS OF PARENTS ON ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THIKA SUBCOUNTY, KIAMBU COUNTY, KENYA
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2025-10
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Gretsa University
Abstract
This study examines how parental socioeconomic status (SES) affects the availability of
educational resources for high school students in Thika Sub-County. It examines how disparities
in family income and parental education levels lead to differences in students’ access to crucial
learning resources and facilities, thereby affecting their academic outcomes and future prospects.
The research had the objective of Investigating how parental income influences students’ access
to educational resources. Evaluating the impact of parents' education levels on the availability of
learning resources and infrastructure and lastly to recognize the differences in resource access for
students from varying economic backgrounds. Data were collected via questionnaires distributed
to a diverse sample of students and parents from various high schools in Thika Sub-County, using
a descriptive survey design. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used in the
analysis to reveal connections between SES factors and resource availability. The results
uncovered substantial inequalities in access to educational resources correlated with SES. Students
hailing from families of higher socioeconomic status and better-educated parents enjoyed greater
access to essential learning resources like textbooks, technology, and extracurricular activities than
those from families of lower income. It was discovered that these disparities contributed to
variations in academic performance and future opportunities. The results highlight the necessity
for focused policies to deal with inequities in access to educational resources. Among the
recommendations are greater financial support for schools in low-income areas, offering
subsidized educational resources, and establishing initiatives aimed at helping students from
underprivileged backgrounds. The goal of such measures is to promote fair educational
opportunities and improve academic results regardless of socioeconomic status
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