School Management Systems in Kenya
Mkufunzi builds school management software for Kenyan schools and institutions — primary, secondary, TVET, colleges. Fee tracking with M-PESA, attendance, exams, parent portal, NEMIS-aligned reporting, and WhatsApp alerts. Deployed across schools in Bungoma, Nairobi, Western Kenya, and beyond.
What it covers
- Student records — admission, biodata, guardians, medical history, attendance.
- Fee management — invoicing, M-PESA collection, statements, arrears tracking, scholarships.
- Exams & CBC assessment — marks entry, ranking, report cards, parent SMS.
- Timetabling — class, teacher, and room scheduling.
- Library — book tracking, lending, fines.
- HR & payroll — teacher records, PAYE/NSSF/SHA/NITA, payslips.
- Parent portal — web + mobile, real-time updates.
- NEMIS & KICD-aligned exports.
Pricing
- Small school (under 300 students) — from KES 35,000 setup + KES 8,000/month. Full feature set, training, support.
- Medium school (300-1,500 students) — from KES 60,000 setup + KES 15,000/month. Includes mobile app, advanced reporting.
- Multi-campus & colleges — custom quote.
FAQ
How much does school management software cost in Kenya?
From KES 35,000 setup + KES 8,000/month for a single primary or secondary school; KES 60,000+ setup + KES 15,000+/month for institutions with multiple campuses.
Does it handle fee tracking and M-PESA payments?
Yes. Parents pay fees via M-PESA paybill; the system reconciles automatically, updates the student balance, and SMS/WhatsApps a receipt.
Can parents see attendance, exams, and balances?
Yes. Each parent has a private portal showing attendance, exam results, fee balance, and school announcements. Mobile-optimised.
Is it compliant with KICD and the Ministry of Education?
Yes. Reports map to NEMIS data requirements and CBC assessment formats. Annual updates as policies change.
How long does deployment take?
Single-campus schools: 2-3 weeks including staff training and data migration from existing systems or spreadsheets. Multi-campus: 4-8 weeks.
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