This study was set to examine the factors influencing the management of Free Primary Education funds in Nakuru Municipality, Kenya. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. Probability sampling technique was used in the selection of the study sample. Two sets of questionnaires were used for the collection of data from the Head Teachers and Chairmen, while an interview schedule was used for the collection of data from the Deputy Head Teachers. Data collected was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences and Microsoft Excel software. The results of the data analysis were presented in the form of descriptive statistics. The study findings revealed that fund managers’ level of financial management was insufficient for proper management of the free Primary Education Funds. It was therefore recommended that the Ministry of Education should consider organizing regular trainings for Fund Managers to ensure standardization and quality of financial reporting for accountability and transparency.

Keywords: Factors Influencing, Management of Free Primary Education, Funds, Nakuru Municipality, Kenya