P.5 learners struggle to grasp lessons in English

A study by the National Curriculum Development Centre has found that language transition difficulties in Primary Four and Five are contributing to high school dropout rates among learners in rural areas. The study noted that some learners struggle with the medium of instruction and recommended extending the transition from local languages to English from the currently recommended Primary Four to at least Primary Six, to give learners greater comfort while studying. Commissioned in 2022 and conducted in 31 districts, the study was launched on Monday at Gulu Core PTC in Gulu CityA study by the National Curriculum Development Centre has found that language transition difficulties in Primary Four and Five are contributing to high school dropout rates among learners in rural areas. The study noted that some learners struggle with the medium of instruction and recommended extending the transition from local languages to English from the currently recommended Primary Four to at least Primary Six, to give learners greater comfort while studying. Commissioned in 2022 and conducted in 31 districts, the study was launched on Monday at Gulu Core PTC in Gulu City.