ABSTRACT The study dealt with the effects of visual impairment on academic performance in primary schools. The researcher used descriptive survey design to gather data in four primary schools in Matete zone, Lugari district. The researcher used random sampling method to pick the respondents in each school. Data was analyzed and come up with the following findings. Teachers did not employ appropriate classroom management strategies to manage students with visual impairment. There was no appropriate strategies in using instructional materials to cater for learners with visual impairment. Learners with visual impairment are being motivated Finally teachers had negative attitudes towards learners with visual impairment. This kind of approach had poor performance on learners with visual impairment.