A student studying from home during the Covid-19 lockdowns. [File, Standard] As digital tools become increasingly embedded in everyday life, online education has emerged as a growing feature of Kenya’s learning landscape. Improved internet access, widespread smartphone use, and familiarity with virtual platforms have made online learning more visible and accessible than ever before. Yet when it comes to full-time online schooling, many Kenyan parents remain hesitant. Awareness of online schooling options is relatively high, but uptake remains limited. Research conducted by Koa Academy shows that while a significant majority of parents are aware that full-time online schools exist, only…
