Exciting launch of new Sports in-development programme
At Kids League Kenya we focus on the education of children, supporting all areas of the curriculum. We also believe that physical education and sport have an important role to play in the development of children, and have the potential to bring communities together.
Sport is a fantastic way for children to develop new skills and experiences. We’re delighted to work with Operation Orphan on a new programme of opportunities.
As our work focusses on those children most in need, and from the most impoverished areas, they often do not have access to sports infrastructure or physical education.
When students walk to school barefoot (to keep their one pair of socks white) or don’t have a mattress to sleep on, you may think sports is a luxury that cannot warrant attention. However, we believe that beyond athletic advantage, that sports can add real value to a child.
Why introduce a sports programme?
Sports will teach children teamwork and build their self-confidence. They create opportunities to make and growing friendships.
Beyond these social skills, sport and organised physical education create a framework for discipline and time keeping. Sport related learning can even develop to cover good hygiene habits.
From handwashing, and even expanding to the importance and giving advice on nutrition and hydration. There are areas that of course are important for good health. Sport can influence many aspects of a child’s life.
Our partnership with Operation Orphan
We are collaborating with Operation Orphan to introduce the students of Kids League Kenya and the community in Mombasa to a new sports programme.
Operation Orphan are a UK based charity with a wide scope to their activities.
You can find out more about their work on our launch of the partnership.
For the Sports In-Development programme they are kindly sponsoring a School Holiday Club for our community.
From our International Liaison Ann Dudley:
“We’re delighted to continue to grow our partnership with the great team at Operation Orphan. The Kids League name originated with a focus on sport as an important educational tool, and we’re delighted to have the support for our ongoing Sports in-development programme to bring this opportunity to our community in Mombasa, Kenya.”
Our School Holiday Club
Kids League Kenya are hoping to organise a children’s club event during the long school holidays, to offer a sports opportunity to look forward to, and also help to occupy their time during their school break.
EDIT: Due to the Covid-19 pandemic the school holidays for our students have been limited while they catch up on the time away from school.
Keep an eye on our Events section for future events.
