The goal (impact) of the INSTEP was to contribute to keeping Kenya on track to meet MDGs 2 and 3, as indicated by progress in the primary school net enrolment rate (PNER) and the primary school completion rate (PCR).

The following purpose (outcome) is reported on: improved access, quality and accountability in both state and low-cost private education systems in Kenya, as measured by three indicators:

• the primary gross enrolment rate in the urban slums;
• the primary gross enrolment rate in the arid lands; and
• average rates of teacher absenteeism.

The three outputs to be delivered to achieve the planned outcome are reported on:

• improved access and quality in private schools in urban slums;
• improved access and quality in state schools in arid lands; and improved accountability and financial management.