Time for School

This unit enables all 51 children of Otacho Christian Children's Home to attend school, from pre-schoolers through to children completing Secondary School having studied for their KCSE.

Whilst primary education is free in Kenya, every child needs to have a uniform and shoes plus books and stationery. It costs approximately £6.00 per month per child to cover these costs.

Graduating from primary to secondary school is always a milestone for any child. In Kenya the government is encouraging school attendance until a child completes his KCSE at aged 17 or 18. To assist the uptake the government contributes to the cost of school fees. In addition to funding the remaining fees, parents must provide a uniform, sports kits, all stationary and textbook items, plus additional resources to comply with the new competency based curriculum, which is being transitioned and any field trips.

The children receive opportunity to....

  • Develop Potential - Every child should be encouraged to have big dreams. We have probably already assisted potential future airline pilots, accountants and nurses.
  • Develop Teamwork - Working alongside others encourages a sense of belonging and being able to depend on others as well as being dependable.
  • Develop Confidence - A "can do" attitude is an important attribute for any child growing up in Africa. Education will help to reinforce a sense of confidence at each stage of achievement.
  • Develop Social Skills - Kenyans have a very strong sense of community, but going to school helps a child to develop skills outside of his normal environment.
  • Education is the key to giving each of these children the tools he needs to lift himself out of the poverty into which he was born.

If you would like to be a part of allowing a child this amazing opportunity please donate to this project

School

Education per child
  • Primary School £4.00 per child per month
  • Secondary School – Day pupil £47 per child per month
  • Providing Choices
  • Sense of achievement

Home

 

Kenya Thriving has built five substantial, single storey houses for Otacho Christian Children's Home, which now resonate to the sound of children's laughter and play.

Food

 

Being alert means having a full tummy to start the day. The nourishing balanced diet we provide helps to keep the children able to perform well and effectively.

Personal Hygiene

 

Providing a range of health and hygiene supplies from medicine cabinet items to first aid. Also for cleanliness we provide soap and disinfectant.

Time for School

 

This unit enables all 51 children of Otacho Christian Children's Home to attend school and obtain a great education in a caring environment.

Woolly Warmers

 

We are all aware of the importance of keeping babies and children warm, especially during the winter months so provide winter clothes.

Make a real difference where it counts...

You may not be able to make a difference to the whole world, but you can make a significant impact in the life of one child in Kenya, by making a small donation.

It's a child's right to live in an environment where they can thrive, and know that they are safe and protected.