The Influence of Transformational Leadership Practices on the Performance of Public Primary School Committees in Dodoma City, Tanzania

Purpose: This study examined the influence of transformational leadership practices public primary school committee activities in Dodoma City, Tanzania. Transformational Leadership Theory guided the study. The theory influence school committees through motivation, capacity building, inspiration, mentorship and coaching which more discussed by the theory and it is relevant to the study. Methodology: A qualitative research approach was employed, exploratory case study design and collection data were, interviews, focus group discussions, and document review. The data collected from the following participants, district education officer 1, 4 public primary schools, 4 ward education officers on February 2026. The purposive sampling employed to the study because participants selected purposively to their roles and responsibilities and data were analyzed thematically. Findings: The finding revealed that transformational leadership practices enhance school committee improving participation in decision-making, accountability and transparency, commitment and responsibility, teamwork, and collective problem-solving. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study concludes that transformational leadership plays a significant role in strengthening school governance and enhancing the effectiveness of school committees in public primary schools in Dodoma City. It recommends strengthening leadership training, improving capacity-building programs for school committees, and ensuring consistent implementation of participatory governance policies to enhance school effectiveness and accountability.