Influence of Reward Management on Employee Retention in Private Primary Schools in Kenya: a Case Study of Oasis Academy
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Purpose of Study: The purpose of this study was to examine the factors that influence employee retention in private primary schools in Kenya. Specifically, the paper focused on the influence of reward management on employee retention in private primary schools in Kenya. Problem Statement: Private primary schools play a significant role in supporting access to basic education in Kenya. However, many of these institutions experience high employee turnover, particularly among teachers and support staff. Frequent staff turnover disrupts learning continuity, reduces institutional stability and affects overall quality of education. Despite the growing number of private primary schools, limited empirical evidence exists on how these factors affect employee retention. It is against this gap that this study will be undertaken to evaluate the influence of reward management on employee retention in private primary schools in Kenya with a case study of Oasis Academy. Methodology: The descriptive research design was used to guide the entire research process. Questionnaires were used for collection of primary data. The target population was 50 teachers at Oasis Academy. This was a census study. Data was analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively through descriptive statistics. The results were presented using tables, figures, percentages and frequencies. Result: The results were presented using tables, figures, percentages and frequencies. The findings demonstrated that reward management had a great influence on employee retention with salary often cited as a reason why employees chose to leave or remain. Recommendation: The study recommends that private primary schools should come up with competitive reward systems to be able to retain their employees. Adopting a total reward approach will go a long way in retaining teachers in private primary schools. Keywords: Retention, Reward Management, Private Primary Schools
Authors: Kanyanjua, David, Chege, Catherine Njoki
Institution: Zetech University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7215409308