Schools Reopen April 27 as Parents Told: No Child Should Be Sent Home Over Fees
By Jeff Kizzilah/Digital Editor
National Chairman Silas David Obuhatsa
Schools Reopen April 27 as NPA Backs Ruto’s Capitation Promise, Urges Full Student Return.
The National Parents Association (NPA) wishes to inform all parents, guardians, and education stakeholders that schools across the country will officially reopen on Monday, 27th April 2026, as guided by the Ministry of Education, Kenya.
The Association further extends its sincere appreciation to the President of the Republic of Kenya, William Ruto, for his assurance that capitation funds will be disbursed to school accounts ahead of the reopening date. This commitment is expected to ease operational challenges in schools and support uninterrupted learning.
The NPA calls upon all school managers and administrators to strictly adhere to government directives by ensuring that no learner is sent away from school due to challenges related to fees, uniforms, or other requirements. This directive aligns with the President’s guidance on inclusive education. Special attention should be accorded to Grade 10 learners to ensure they have adequate time to effectively cover the syllabus within the academic calendar.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to collaborate closely with school administrations to establish practical and flexible arrangements for settling outstanding fee balances. At the same time, they should progressively ensure that learners acquire the necessary uniforms and school requirements within a reasonable timeframe.
The Association urges all parents to ensure that learners report back to school on time, fully prepared, and ready to resume their academic programs without delay. Timely reporting remains critical in maintaining continuity in learning and achieving the term’s education objectives.
Further, the NPA advises parents of candidates sitting for national examinations to promptly visit their respective schools and confirm their registration status with the Kenya National Examinations Council. This is in line with existing directives aimed at preventing cases of missed registrations due to errors or omissions.
As part of its commitment, the NPA will continue working closely with grassroots leadership structures—including county, sub-county, and school-level representatives—to ensure full compliance with government directives. Firm action will be taken against any representatives who fail to effectively implement and enforce these guidelines.
The National Parents Association reiterates its full support for the government’s education agenda and remains dedicated to promoting quality education, strengthening parental involvement, and safeguarding the welfare of all learners.
School administrations are also urged to maintain safe, disciplined, and conducive learning environments as students resume their studies.
The NPA calls on all stakeholders to play their role in ensuring a smooth and successful school reopening.
