Managing School Improvement Plan Implementation In Government Primary Schools: The Case of Bole Sub-City, Addis Ababa City Administration
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2025-03-11
Authors
Ambaye Enqubahir
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Addis ababa Universty
Abstract
This study aimed to assess the managing of School Improvement Plan (SIP) implementation in
government primary schools of Bole Sub-City, Addis Ababa City Administration. Theresearcher
has employed a descriptive research design utilizing a survey method to assess how School
Improvement Plan (SIP) implementation is managed in government primary schools.
Furthermore, the researcher employed mixedmethods approach, combining quantitative and
qualitative approach, with data collected through questionnaires, interviews, and focus group
discussions. A total of 128 participants comprising school principals, teachers, and parent
representatives were selected by using simple random sampling and purposive sampling
methods. The findings revealed encouraging progress in several areas of SIP implementation.
Most schools had prepared SIP documents consistent with national guidelines, and noticeable
improvements were observed in teaching practices, student discipline, and parental involvement.
School leaders and teachers demonstrated growing awareness of SIP objectives, and
collaboration between schools and communities contributed to better learning environments.
These positive outcomes suggest that SIP implementation is gradually strengthening school
accountability and performance. Despite these achievements, significant challenges remained.
Schools faced limited financial resources, weak leadership capacity, inadequate monitoring and
evaluation, and inconsistent community participation. The study concluded that managing
effective SIP implementation requires enhancing school leadership through continuous
professional development focused on transformational leadership, participatory management,
and data-driven decision-making. Increased resource allocation, stronger stakeholder
collaboration, and regular supervision are also essential for sustainable progress. Overall, the
research provides practical insights and recommendations to improve SIP planning and
execution in Bole Sub-City’s primary schools in particular, and contributing to the broader goal
of educational quality improvement in Ethiopia in general.
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School improvement, community participation, school leadership domain