These transcripts provide the findings of the endline evaluation of iMlango Transitions (iMlango-T): an FCDO-funded, Girls’ Education Challenge Transition (GEC-T) project in Kenya. The programme ran for four years from April 2017 until June 2021, investing in girls’ education through the use of technology in primary and secondary schools. The project worked in 205 primary schools, and with a further 40 secondary schools. The majority of the schools are located in rural settings, with some schools situated in peri-urban regions. The project aimed to improve learning outcomes in English and Maths, as well as transition through the education system for marginalized girls. The schools are spread across four counties (Kajiado, Kilifi, Makueni and Uasin Gishu) that were originally selected based on marginalization factors (poverty rates, attendance statistics and learning achievements for girls) as well as availability of electricity, safety and accessibility. The endline evaluation provided a strategic opportunity to build on all that has taken place, and ensure that the programme benefits from a rigorous and independent assessment. The evaluation team ensured that the evaluation (i) fulfilled the accountability requirements of the GEC, (ii) provided valuable learning for the strategic future planning of the iMlango partners, and (iii) is of significant technical benefit for the wider education sector in addressing pertinent questions relating to girls’ education and technology. The project was delivered by a consortium of partners, led by global satellite operator Avanti Communications, alongside sQuid (the digital transactions and eLearning solutions provider), Whizz Education (a simulated Maths tutoring provider), and Camara Education (a provider of hardware).
A decision was made in conversation with Avanti and the FM to pivot the data collection to be fully remote in early February 2021. This decision was the result of conversations with the Ministry of Education (MoE) who was unable to provide permission to collect data in schools. This was in line with Government of Kenya guidelines in containing COVID-19. The surveys and key informant interviews were conducted over phone.
