“A confident child learns better. A dignified learner achieves more.” This simple truth became strikingly evident to Teach For Kenya fellows Gabriel Lumumba and Snaida Apondi during their first year at Kibos Primary School. More than 100 learners across Grades 1–9 arrived at school every Monday with overgrown hair, low personal hygiene, or, in some […]
At Kivandini Comprehensive School in Machakos County, break time looks nothing like it used to. The bell rings, and learners move with purpose some head to the computer lab, others gather for chess, art, or environmental projects, while a few tend to the school garden. What was once a pause in the day has become […]
What does it take to deliver quality education in communities where resources are limited, distances are long, and learning outcomes remain uneven? Across Kenya,this question continues to shape conversations about equity, access, and opportunity. In Wajir County, a practical response begins. We have officially launched our Fellowship Program in Wajir County, marking a significant step […]
In a classroom at the heart of Machakos County, the quiet intensity of a chess match sits alongside the laughter of learners gathered around a game of Ludo. This is a strategy in motion. It is learning reimagined. Lewis Amota and Sarah Misiani, two Cohort 4 fellows are reshaping what learning looks like by introducing […]
Child neglect and abuse remain hidden barriers to education in underserved communities like Dandora. Fellow Joyce Karanja’s story reveals why we must break the silence, protect vulnerable learners, and ensure safe learning environments. Learn how our Let’s Girls Thrive (LGT) Program and Speak Up Boxes are empowering children and how you can partner with us […]
“Three in ten Grade Six learners cannot read a Grade Three English Story.” – Usawa Agenda Report. This finding from a recent education report paints a picture of how our education sector continues to struggle with foundational literacy. It raises deep concerns about the effectiveness of early learning. When learners lack the ability to read […]
Meet Paul Muthoni, a passionate educator, visual artist, and climate advocate based at Chieko ECDE in Nairobi. Known artistically as Pablo (Artvpablo), Paul is the visionary behind Greenvibes—a learner-led climate change project that’s using the power of art and education to raise environmental awareness among young children and their communities. 🎨 About the Project: Greenvibes, […]
In Kenya, where over 12 million children face the growing impacts of climate change, the need for inclusive and actionable climate education has never been more urgent. Through the Climate Education Leadership (CEL) initiative, Teach For Kenya, in collaboration with Teach For All and community stakeholders, is equipping schools to be agents of environmental resilience […]
Lucky Obonyo, a Teach For Kenya fellow, is revitalizing environmental education at Kosawo Comprehensive School, located in the informal settlements of Kondele on the outskirts of Kisumu. After participating in a Climate Education Training program hosted by Teach For Kenya and Mtoto News, Lucky emerged with knowledge and a mission. Using the training as her […]
Schools in Machakos County have long felt the effects of climate change, yet many students and educators lack a comprehensive understanding of its causes and implications. The region, located at an elevation of approximately 1,616 meters (5,303 feet) above sea level, experiences a temperate highland tropical climate with dry winters and an average annual […]