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Announcing our students starting university and college in 2023

August 14, 2023By

We’re excited to confirm our students who have excelled in the final school results and have been offered places at University!

We will continue to support them in semester 1 as they make arrangements for their student loans, and then with their ongoing university allowance.

Here you can meet the students preparing to start their next stage: university!

Name: Sharleen
University/College joining: Maasai Mara University
Course: Bachelor of Human Resource Management

Name: Hope
University/College joining: Technical University of Mombasa
Course: Journalism and Mass Communication

Name: Faith
University/College joining: University of Eldoret
Course: Bachelor of Education Science

Name: Purity
University/College joining: University of Nairobi Course: Bachelor of Economic and Statics

Name: Sylvia
University/College joining: Rongo University
Course: Bachelor of Human Resource Management

Name: Margaret
University/College joining: Applied to Shanzu Teachers’ College
Course: Education

Name: Siti Ali
University/College joining: Chuka University
Course: Bachelor of Science Ecotourism

Name: Emilly Anupi
University/College joining: Tom Mboya University
Course: Bachelor of Education Special Needs with IT

Name: Dorcas
University/College joining: Kenya Coast Polytechnic
Course: Food and Beverage

Name: Situma Samuel
University/College joining: Technical University of Kenya
Course: Bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering

Name: Stephen Tsofwa
University/College joining: Dedan Kimathi University
Course: Bachelor of Chemical Engineering

Name: David
University/College joining: Applied to Kenya Medical Training Center
Course: Nursing

Name: Victor
University/College joining: Kenyatta University
Course: Bachelor of Medical Records and Information Management

Name: Teddy
University/College joining: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Course: Bachelor of Analytic Chemistry

Name: Rolex
University/College joining: Masinde Muliro University
Course: Bachelor of Education Arts

Name: Edmond
University/College joining: Technical University of Mombasa
Course: Bachelor of Business Information Technology

Name: Genius
University/College joining: Rongo University
Course: Bachelor of Computer Science

Name: Abdallah
University/College joining: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Course: Bachelor of Science (Banking and Finance)

Name: Benson
University/College joining: Kenya Coast Polytechnic
Course: Marine Transport Logistics

In Kenya the students do the best they can do in their secondary school, and apply for university. From there the decision on where they go to university and what they study are decided for them.

If you would like to make a donation there are many ways to do this online, in a variety of currencies. If you’d like to learn more about sponsoring a child for the their university course please get in touch.

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New Celebration Library opens its doors

April 24, 2023By

This week it’s National Library Week, and what better way to highlight this important educational resource than to announce the opening of a new library in Mombasa!

Back in November 2022 we announced some fantastic news that a group of our UK supporters had raised funds to create a library in Mombasa.

Kids League Kenya agreed to support the implementation of the library, using our local knowledge and the experience of our trustee Vicki to bring the ambition of this new community educational hub to life.

This library is based at Celebration secondary school, but beyond children, this centre also intends to launch adult education programmes.

Let’s take a look at the library

The money for this library was raised by the amazing Rotary Club South Derby and brought to life through fellow charity Start a Library and our efforts.

This library is much needed and will perform a great service to a number of different elements within the community. The venue is based at a secondary school, but also connects closely with 3 primary schools, extending its reach to many students in their formative years of learning.

The library will also launch its adult education programmes soon, with a particular focus on women’s education. This will be a safe space where women can further their education will be able to gather to develop their skills.

It’s National Library Week 23rd – 29th April 2023

The theme of this year’s National Library Week is ‘There’s more to the story’ and we thought it would be meaningful to go a little deeper into the motivations of our partner for the Celebration Library project, Start a Library.

Our International Liaison Ann had a chat recently with Evelyn from Start a Library, discussing education, but also more about her story and why she is driven to bring education to Kenyan communities.

There’s more to the story

Our International Liaison Ann, asking a couple of questions to Evelyn from Start a Library Trust.

Education in Mombasa

Kids League Kenya firmly believe that education changes lives, so at our core our scholarships for students of Kongowea remain our focus – it is however nice to be a part of a global educational network and help our partners bring their projects to life where we can.

We look forward to the legacy in the community of this library and the benefits it will bring to many lives.

We’re open to new partnerships

We’re always on receive to partner with organisations both in Kenya and abroad, please visit our partnerships page to learn more about our collaborative work, and if you’d like to know more of our existing partners, please take a look.

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All about Seasons. Our latest Kenya and UK global classroom twinning event discussion

April 3, 2023By

Our sixth twinning meeting generated a lot of fun for the kids since they had a lot to share and to learn on the topic of ‘seasons’.

Often our twinning sessions show what things the cross continent children have in common, but Africa and UK have different experiences in seasons. For many countries in Africa, the seasons do not follow the same pattern they do in UK.

Instead of Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring, most countries in East Africa and Southern Africa have a wet season(s) and a dry season.

Aim of the discussion
The objective of this discussion on Seasons was simply to give the kids a general knowledge about the differences in Seasons in the two different continents, and also to share the activities they like doing in each of the seasons.

Activities in each season

The children in Kenya were overjoyed to talk about the activities they engage in during the wet (rainy) seasons, which include farming, wearing heavy clothing, sharing stories around a fire, water harvesting and irrigation, and playing indoor games, while during the hot (sunny) seasons they engage in harvesting, swimming, playing football, and basketball.

There has been significant drought in Kenya, and the coming rainy season is a cause for excitement and celebration!

In the UK, where all four seasons are experienced and many activities are available, the list was extensive. Activities during winter include playing games, watching films, drinking hot chocolate, Christmas and shopping.

During summer, activities include cool drinks, going in the pool, going on holidays, eating ice-cream and chilling out.

Autumn activities include going for walks, leaf fights, going to the park, having fun in the leaves. During Spring activities include making daisy chains, play with leaves, visiting farms and celebrating Easter.

Question time

After the presentations of activities, there was an opportunity for questions to be asked.

Some of the questions posed by Kenya schools were if UK students engage in farming and in which season, what games they enjoy playing in the winter, and whether they consume different foods in hot and cold weather.

Some of the questions posed by the UK schools included: Does Kenya experience snow; how do Kenyan schools celebrate Christmas; do Kenyan schools celebrate Easter; if so, what activities do they engage in during Easter; and how many different religions are practiced in Kenya; as well as whether or not they observe Ramadan.

Remarks from the Kenyan teachers

All of our Twinning sessions are facilitated by teachers at our partner schools in the UK and Kenya, both the preparation of the students and in the live meetings. Their buy in and enthusiasm are critical to the success of these events.

Madam Rose of Pentrose Primary School, “This twinning online meeting has been an excellent project for children to share and gain knowledge from their counterparts in the UK, it is really informative and the kids love it!”

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School Spotlight: Learn more about our school partner Kengeleni Primary

March 20, 2023By

Kengeleni Primary School is a key partner of Kids League Kenya. The school is one of the chosen few institutions that we work closely with to really maximise the opportunity offered to a child.

Our relationship with the schools continues based on the results and standards of the school.

We work with the educators to make sure that the children selected are those with the most potential and in need. They most often come from the poorest families in the area and there are challenges that come with their circumstances that mean the teacher, parent and school support is essential.

About Kengeleni Primary School, Kongowea

Kengeleni Primary School is based in the heart of the Kongowea community, in Mombasa, Kenya.

Kengeleni Primary is led by Headmaster Mr. Anderson. He has a staff of 21 teachers (as at October 2022), who cover the 11 subjects in the Kenyan Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

These subjects include activities across maths, local language Kiswahili, English language and literacy. Also religion, hygiene and nutrition, environmental activities, movement and creative activities.

Mr Anderson, head master of Kengeleni Primary School

Kengeleni has 1470 pupils

The team are educating 1470 students across a number of age groups (pupil numbers as at October 2022).

Pupils join their local Primary School when they can, and for some that is later than others. This is due to the range of personal circumstances (factors can include financial and family challenges that delay their attendance). This means that there is a range of age within the classes. After Primary School students graduate to Junior Secondary School (JSS).

After this point it is the end ‘free’ state education for students, this is when Kids League Kenya steps in to sponsor those in need, and with the academic potential. Find out more about the funding of education and the costs here.

In these classes of 100s of graduating students not everyone can be supported by our charity. We have to make the difficult decision of which pupils we can help. Find out more on how we select pupils.

1470 students in 0.3 acres

One of the most interesting and challenging aspects for the team at Kengeleni Primary is the location and physical size of the footprint.

Based on a 0.3 acre site between banana markets in the core of the Kongowea district, this is a constricted urban site.

It is a bustling hub of the community and the work they do to deliver such high standards and results is impressive.

Strive for excellence

The school has the motto ‘Strive for excellence’. Mr Anderson’s teaching staff uphold the highest standards of education, both in terms of adherence to policies and their enthusiasm for their pupils.

Alongside their motto, the mission of the school is clear. The partnership the school aims to have between the teachers, parents and pupils is core to their success.

The teachers at Kengeleni Primary are also part of our core team that make the Twinning events happen. These opportunities give students experiences beyond the classroom and their community, meeting students globally and learning about other cultures and lifestyles. We aim for them to build ambitions to change their lives.

The pupils are engaged, alert and busy in their signature purple uniform. A structure and routine is an important part of daily life for a children. This school helps many pupils to develop themselves and grow. This is at the core of what Kids League Kenya aims to do.

Thank you Kengeleni Primary School

At Kids League Kenya we’re proud to sponsor graduating students from Kengeleni Primary.

With more donations we are able to support more children. Find out how you can help to sponsor a child through the next stage of their studies.

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Let us introduce you to the Class of 2023

February 20, 2023By

Karibu! We welcome our newest students to Kids League Kenya, our class of 2023.

Here take a closer look at the students that have come through the interview process and headed off to their secondary schools around the country.

Ezekiel
Age: 16 years old
School Attended: Kongowea Primary School
School Joining: High School in Nairobi
Interesting Facts: Ezekiel loves social studies, mathematics, and sciences. He would like to be a pilot in the future.

Joyce
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Khadija Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Kilifi County
Interesting Facts: Joyce loves mathematics and Christian Religious Education. She also enjoys playing basketball during her leisure time. She would like to be a lawyer in the future.

Kitaka Andrew
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: High School in Nyeri County
Interesting Facts: He loves Mathematics, Science and Social studies. His favourite game is football. He would like to be a doctor in the future.

Moses Emmanuel
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: High School in Nyeri County
Interesting Facts: Loves Mathematics, sciences, and social studies. His future career is to be a lawyer.

Muvida Brian
Age: 16 years old
School Attended: Kongowea Primary School
School Joining: High School in Nyeri County
Interesting Facts: Loves mathematics and sciences. He would like to be a lawyer in the future.

Levis
Age: 18 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: High School in Kisii County
Interesting Facts: Likes sciences and Christian Religious Education. His future career is to become a dermatologist.

Habel
Age: 17 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: High School in Naivasha
Interesting Facts: Habel loves science. He enjoys playing football when at home.

Brolly
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Homa Bay County
Interesting Facts: Likes Sciences and Kiswahili. She would like to be a nurse when she grows up.

William
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: Boys High School in Nyeri County
Interesting Facts: Likes mathematics and sciences. He would like to be a doctor in the future.


Stephanic
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kongowea Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Migori County
Interesting Facts: Likes mathematics and sciences. She likes playing basketball during her free time and she would like to be a Physiotherapist.

Barak
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Kengeleni Primary School
School Joining: High School in Kiambu County
Interesting Facts: He loves mathematics. At his free time, he enjoys playing football and he would like to be a surgeon when he grows up.

Mercy
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Khadija Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Kilifi County
Interesting Facts: Mercy loves sciences and social studies. She also likes athletics and she’s looking forward to being an athlete while in her new school.

Odhiambo Mitchelle
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Frere Town Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Siaya County
Interesting Facts: Likes English, social studies and Christian religious education. She would like to be a lawyer.

Otieno Prudence
Age: 16 years old
School Attended: Kongowea Primary School
School Joining: Girls Secondary School in Kwale County
Interesting Facts: She likes social studies and Christian Religious Education. She would like to be a doctor.

Erastus Charles
Age: 16 years old
School Attended: Kadzandani Primary School
School Joining: Secondary School in Mombasa
Interesting Facts: His best subjects are mathematics and sciences.

Halima
Age: 14 years old
School Attended: Khadija Primary School
School Joining: Secondary School in Nakuru County
Interesting Facts: She likes mathematics and English.

Mary
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Khadija Primary School
School Joining: Girls High School in Kwale
Interesting Facts: Her best subject is social studies.

Otieno Hallan
Age: 15 years old
School Attended: Precious Twin Academy
School Joining: Secondary School in Siaya County
Interesting Facts: His best subject is mathematics.

Elvis
Age: 14 years old
School Attended: Shimo La Tewa Primary School
School Joining: High School in Nanyuki
Interesting Facts: His favourite subjects are mathematics and physics.

In Kenya the students are assigned a school by the Ministry of Education, often taking them far from home. We work with the students and their families the make sure that while we cover the education fees for school, the students are given the best start with all the essential items they will need.

If you would like to make a donation there are many ways to do this online, in a variety of currencies. If you’d like to learn more about sponsoring a child please get in touch.

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Great success at our biggest Twinning Event so far

February 13, 2023By

We hosted our fifth online school Twinning event at the start of this month, with six schools participating in a session. Students were given the chance ask whatever questions they liked of eachother.

Of course all our sessions are facilitated by the class teachers and Kids League Kenya, so there is no such thing as a complete freestyle to proceedings. That said, there were some varied and interesting discussions from the students.

A 90 student strong Twinning Event

Our International Liaison Ann hosting our fifth Twinning Event

Our session included three schools and total of 73 students from the UK, including five staff members, even two headteachers. This is a fantastic commitment from our Twinning Schools.

On the Kenya side 17 students were able to travel to our Kids League Kenya office representing three partner schools, Pentrose, Kelengeni and Kongowea Primary.

Question time

There is a three hour time difference between Kenya and the UK, with Kenya three hours ahead.

Our session was an hour long and had a huge variety of questions asked.

From questions about favourite foods, sports and games to the seasons (the theme for our next Twining Event later this month), languages, songs and different faiths.

As the hour came to a close the students were still bursting with questions in this highly interactive session.

Creating global ambassadors

When we launched our Twinning Programme in 2021 we set out to give experiences to UK students. These session form part of their international studies and to promote diversity. In giving them access to another part of the world, living a different life, they are able to develop empathy. They are also able to see the similarities between themselves and the Kenyan children.

We also set out to help our Kenyan students to have new experiences. In travelling to the Kids League Offices they are invited to see another world through our online forum, treated to clean water and biscuits, and able to meet with other children.

These sessions are fantastic fun for all of the students and having an understanding of other cultures and ways of life truly help the children to have a more global perspective.

To help us host these event we welcome donations to help with transport and refreshments costs for our students. As little as £10 can make all the difference.

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An inside look at our student selection journey, and exciting chance to see our new scholars

February 6, 2023By

Get closer to our process of student selection for those to be awarded scholarships. Plus the first look at the new 2023 students that will be joining our programme.

Take a look behind the scenes at Kids League Kenya in that extra busy window between exam results and the new school year.

Student selection: How it begins

We conducted the initial interview, with Julie our administrator meeting students who had been shortlisted and who fit the requirements of our organization.

General inquiries regarding the applicant’s family income, the number of siblings they have and the identity of their parents or guardians are made at this stage.

We also want to understand the support network of the student. This includes if they are living with both parents (or separated or even divorced). The applicant’s residence’s location is additional information. All of these are factors in our criteria for student selection.

Julie and the students at the first stage interview

We visit candidates homes

We want to understand the living situation of the students. It’s important they have a place to call home, but also that they do really need the scholarship funding.

The applicants’ houses were visited by Julie in this step to verify that the information they provided is correct and that they actually reside there.

Julie on home visits with students.

This stage is never easy because some families may choose to try to get the scholarship funding by misleading us (hiding belongings or trying to deflect us to another residence). Julie has more than 25 years of experience and has her own ways of finding out the true circumstances of the student. If we are misled, then the applicant is automatically disqualified.

Student selection: The final interview

Our final round of interviews took place in the Kids League Kenya office, where the students (applicants) came with their parents to meet the trustees.

This is done to make sure the trustees get to know the applicants and determine whether the information provided is correct. At this stage, the trustees also request information regarding the parents’ weekly or monthly income. We need to understand their exact place of employment, the number of siblings the applicant has, and whether any of them are employed or enrolled in school.

Additionally, the trustees provided a list of our organization’s rules and regulations. These include maintaining excellent behaviour and performing well. Failure to comply with these requirements could result in the scholarship being terminated.

In order to maintain the students’ focus on their objectives, further conversation on the students’ careers was also explored broadly.

Trustee Vicki conducting final stage interviews with Julie

Keeping in contact

When the schools are closed for holidays, students should come into the office so that their progress may be tracked. At this point we also give appropriate advice to support the student. They should also present a report form, school receipts and a fees statement for the office’s records.

Kids League Kenya has a legacy of helping students stay on track with their future goals. Students are asked after some time if they have changed their minds about the professional path they first chose when they entered secondary school.

Our new 2023 intake

The trustees finally had a chance to congratulate the students who reached the final list. Sixteen pupils in total, including nine boys and seven girls, were given a chance into the program.

The children will report to their respective schools across the country today
– February 6, 2023.

This is a four-year journey that will present many challenges to the organization because it depends on donations to cover all costs and make sure that a student is not sent home for lack of school fees. Student selection does not guarantee funding for the child.

Because of this, we are asking you to join us in this effort by making donations monthly or annually, or even for the four years so as to help those who are less privileged in society to achieve their goals.

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Discussing 4 changes to Kenyan education in 2023

January 21, 2023By

There have been a number of changes to Kenyan education announced. In September 2022 President Ruto created the CBC Evaluation Task Force. A working group with a remit to review and propose an evolution on the CBC (Competency Based Curriculum), we knew education changes were on the horizon.

A working group set to be active for 6 months, and with a progress report in to the President every 2 months, clearly the change horizon was not to be a distant dot.

Coming into effect now, this committee of 49 change makers has asked for patience from their stakeholders as logistics and infrastructure catch up with the changes inbound.

Kenyan education changes are here

On 1st December 2022 President Ruto announced changes to those pupils in Grade 7 and Grade 8.

As we know education in Kenya is based on years in school, and not age. The personal circumstances of a child can easily mean a delayed start to their education.

Clearly this education stage is a key focus for Kids League Kenya Secondary education scholarships.

There’s a number of changes to Kenyan education we’re navigating as the institutions adapt to the instructions they have received.

1. Junior Secondary School (JSS) changes

The Presidential Working Party on Education Reform presented President Ruto with interim report detailing that Junior Secondary Schools will now be ‘domiciled’ in Primary Schools.

This means that where previously students would leave Primary to go a different Secondary school, they will now remain at the Primary School institutions for a further two years.

These Grade 7 and Grade 8 pupils forming Junior Secondary Schools will return to school on 30th January 2023.

What does this mean for Kids League Kenya?

We work with four local schools in Kongowea, and changes to the JSS means that they have to capacity for two additional school grades.

This capacity includes enough classrooms, playground space, library, the human resources, and of course enough teachers.

Of our partner schools Pentrose does not meet the criteria for Grade 7 and 8 to continue with them. These students will have to move to alternative schools, such as Kongowea Primary, which was recently upgraded.

2. Year end Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA)

The year-end exams taken in Grade 6 were previously the important step in placement in Junior Secondary School (JSS).

Communicated by President Ruto on 1st December 2022, the KPSEA will now be used to “monitor learning progress and offer feedback to education sector players on areas that require intervention”.

What does this mean for Kids League Kenya?

The KPSEA comes into effect from the end of the academic year 2023. This is replacing the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and is an important data point for us in our selection of students to join the Kids League Kenya Scholarship programme. This score gave us a base line of the academic potential of the students we are considering supporting in the future.

While this consistent exam milestone exists, we will continue to require this information as part of our pupil selection process.

3. Changes to Public Secondary School fees

Education CS Ezekiel Machogu has announced that school fees for 2023 have been capped at KSH 53,554 for national schools and KSH 40,555 for county schools.

It has been communicated that Grade 7 and Grade 8 will not be required to pay fees, remaining as Junior Secondary School at the (former) Primary Schools.

What does this mean for Kids League Kenya?

We welcome the opportunity for students to remain within the education system, close to home without having to pay, for 2 more years.

However once through Grade 8, the students will still embark on their Secondary School education, often away from home, with the associated fees. We will be there to support as many of the students that meet our scholarship criteria, as possible.

4. New Uniforms

One of the impacts of introducing the Junior Secondary School (JSS) element into existing local Primary Schools is the uniforms. For Grade 1 to 6 the uniforms will remain the same, but there will new uniforms required for Grade 7 and 8 to differentiate them.

We understand that the Government will pay KSH 15,000 for Grade 7 and Grade 8 uniforms, so that the parents will not have to pay.


What does this mean for Kids League Kenya?

We understand that a child’s uniform can be one of the most expensive outlays for a family living in poverty, so we welcome this intervention. This Government intervention allow students to attend their Junior Secondary School step wearing their new uniform with pride.

The changes being made to the Kenyan education system is ongoing and we will continue to update our community as we come to understand the impact of these changes.

Clearly these changes can cause uncertainty for students, challenges for the teachers and schools. Any donations to support our students are greatly appreciated.

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Learn more about our exciting Rotary Club partnership developments

November 7, 2022By

In recent months our network of UK based supporters has extended our opportunities into the South Derby branch of the Rotary Club.

The Rotary Club network has the motto “Service Above Self”, and they connect people to solve problems. These challenges include humanitarian aid and community issues. There are over 1.2million members in the Rotary internationally.

About the Rotary Club

The Rotary Club in Derby South have been looking to Kenya and at ways to support education there. We’re delighted to share that they have chosen a project to fund.

Their first exploration to Kenya
The Rotary Derby South group have raised over £4000 towards funding a community library. Their intention is to work with our partner Start a Library. This project with include implementing a programme of work in Utange, Kenya.

This work includes raising awareness of education in the community, the physical library itself and training the staff and library monitors.

The library will be based at Celebration Secondary School, and act as a hub for a network of education institutions in the area.

Making a difference

The Celebration Library based at the Secondary School connects to three local primary schools who will all have access to the facility, which will be community owned.

There will also be an adult education programme introduced, with a particular focus on women’s education. It will also be a Covid catch up facility. The goal will be helping to continue the work to get students back on track with the curriculum after the pandemic caused such disruption to their educations.

Education is our passion

Though the school selected is not one of our partnerships in Kongowea, we of course welcome the investment into the Mombasa educational community.

Our volunteer trustee Vicki has agreed to support the implementation of the library in Mombasa, and we are starting to make progress now the funds have arrived.

Stay tuned for updates as the Celebration Library project comes together, and for more news of our work with the generous members of the Rotary Club South Derby.

If you would like to discuss ways to partner with Kids League Kenya and make a difference to the lives of children in Mombasa, please get in touch.

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Exciting new school twinning initiative launch

July 10, 2021By

We’re delighted to launch a programme of twinning events connecting school students internationally.

Our International Liaison Ann has worked over the past couple of years with a network of contacts across the Midlands, UK. These connections have created opportunities within our children’s education lane for a number of initiatives to take place over Covid, ranging from essay competitions to literary events.

The one thing these activities have had in common? The international nature of them. The essay competition involved African students competing with UK schools, and an exchanging of books for the winners. The literary festival included an African experience, exposing local children to another culture and their understanding of diversity.

One of the schools that experienced the Africa day at the literary festival was Repton Primary, and they are part of our newest project.

Our International Liaison Ann and Administrator Julie visiting the Kenyan Schools to discuss Twinning

Global twinning ambition

Taking the success of these activities forward we are delighted to announce the start of a new series of events.

Our Twinning Programme aims to connect children in Kenya with children in the UK.

The idea is to facilitate sessions online, with children on both sides of the screen with their teachers. We will theme the events, encouraging active participation by the children, interacting with eachother, sharing their experiences and learning about others.

Twinning Schools

We aim to have schools at Primary education level who participate in the events.

The UK schools we are launching our twinning with are:
Fleckney Primary School – Leicestershire
St Edwards C of E Primary – School Castle Donington
Repton Primary School – Repton

The Kenyan schools are our partners in Kongowea, Mombasa:
Kongowea Primary School – Kongowea
Pentrose Primary School – Kongowea
Kengeleni Primary School – Kongowea

Our objectives – everyone wins

In facilitating the sessions for the children we aim to create a network of global ambassadors who are equipped with experiences beyond their usual school environment. These UK students learn how another culture lives, and can see the similarities in others.

From a Kenyan perspective, one of the elements of our final interview with students applying for scholarships is to discuss their aspirations and goals for the future. These twinning sessions are useful for them to broaden their experiences and learn about another culture. Part of our support work is to equip the students with tools to change their lives, developing their social skills and awareness of others.

These events of course will raise awareness of the work of Kids League Kenya in the local community of Kongowea, creating a further understanding of the opportunity of the scholarships. We also hope that the UK partners will be able to raise awareness and even fundraise for our charitable efforts.

We look forward to hosting the first twinning event soon.

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