Assessment of maintenance culture of school facilities in secondary schools in Sandamu local government area, katsina state, Nigeria

Abstract

The study investigated Assessment Of Maintenance Culture Of School Facilities In Secondary Schools In Sandamu Local Government Area, Katsina State, Nigeria The study was guided by two objectives, which include Assess the maintenance culture of structural facilities in Secondary Schools in Sandamu Local Government area of Katsina state, Nigeria; The study answered two research questions which include: Are Structural facilities properly maintained in Secondary Schools in Sandamu Local Government area of Katsina state, Nigeria? Descriptive Survey research design was used for the study. The population of study was 445 which comprised12 principals, 289 teachers and 144 PTA officials. Simple random sampling technique was used in selecting 196 respondents consisted of 7 principals, 140 teachers and 49 PTA officials. A structured questionnaire, titled Assessment of Schools Facilities Maintenance Culture in Secondary Schools Questionnaire (ASFMCSSQ). was used as a means for data collection. The instrument was validated by Educationist and statisticians for content and face validity. Mean and Standard deviation were used to answer the research questions raised by the study. The study found out that structural facilities such as classrooms, library, laboratories were properly maintained in the secondary schools. And some recommendations were put forth which include, there is need for the Quality Assurance Officials to prioritize regular and adequate supervision to ensure sustainability of the maintenance of school facilities.