Kisii University has issued a new directive prohibiting student-parents from bringing their children into classrooms and even onto the school premises.
In a memo dated 3rd December 2025 and signed by the Dean of Students, Dr. Gladys Osoro, safety concerns, including health risks, the children’s general well-being, and disruptions to academic activities in the classroom were cited.
Why Kisii University Issued the Directive
According to the memo, the university has observed an increase in parent-students carrying their children within the university premises, including classrooms.
The administration emphasized that classrooms are meant to be professional learning environments where focus and productivity must be maintained. “For the benefit of all students and to maintain a productive learning environment, please do not bring children with you to class. The classroom is a professional learning space where it is not appropriate to have children present. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us create the best possible learning experience for everyone”. Read part of the memo.
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The university acknowledged the challenges as a result of childcare and balancing academics since students are required to be present and focus during the lectures. The presence of children around the school premises poses safety and health concerns and general well-being since they cause disruption in classrooms.
To ensure effective implementation, the institution has instructed security officers to restrict the entry of any student with a child during weekdays, except when the child requires medical attention at the University Medical Department.
How Other Institutions Are Handling Student-Parent Needs
The directive has sparked reactions around the issue of support systems for student-parents in the country. Some institutions have already established childcare facilities to support student parents.
Rongo University recently launched a Child Care Center, where student parents pay between KSh 50 and KSh 100 per day. The inauguration was attended by a delegation from ChildFund Kenya, led by Country Director Mrs. Alice Kamau, and Mr. Peter Shikuku, CEO of the Lake Region Development Programme, an on-campus daycare.
The facility helps student-parents attend lectures without worrying about the safety of their children. The daycare has well-trained caregivers and offers a safe environment for infants during school hours.
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Also, Kenyatta University has a well-structured baby daycare center inside the main campus. The facility is equipped with childcare units for both parent students and workers, breastfeeding areas, feeding programs, and appropriate play yards that meet health and safety standards.
The facility is committed to supporting the university community by providing high-quality childcare services.
Mathenge Technical Training Institute (TTI) also provides a daycare service for its students. The institution introduced the facility to improve retention and performance of young mothers and parent students in its programs.
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