An Overview of the Physical Environment of Primary Schools in Nigeria

Abstract

This study was an investigation into the status of facilities in the physical environment of primary schools in Nigeria. Empirical studies that covered several States in Nigeria were reviewed. Then the study went ahead to analyse the physical environment in primary schools in Anambra State. The study, which was based on five research questions, was a survey. Forty eight primary schools where randomly selected as sample while seven hundred and teachers were sampled from these schools as respondents. A 37-item researcher developed questionnaire was used to collect data. Mean scores were used in answering the research questions. Findings indicated inadequate provision of classrooms, toilets, recreation, learning facilities and furniture. Among the recommendations was that government should provide grants-in-aids to help the management of primary schools provide adequate physical facilities in the schools.