A new school, Pam and Charles Childcare, recently commenced operations to cater for the educational needs of young learners from underprivileged backgrounds at Huruma area of Sitatunga Ward, Trans Nzoia County.
These children, facing challenges in commuting long distances to school, can now access classes from kindergarten to grade three at the new school.
The school has introduced a unique model designed to enhance the education of children who previously had to travel significant distances to school.
The opening of Pam and Charles Childcare was marked by an official consecration ceremony led by Father Elisha Simiyu of the Kipsaina Parish.
During the event, Father Simiyu called on all stakeholders to collaborate and support the growth of the school, emphasizing its crucial role in catalyzing socio-economic development in the eager-to-learn village.
The school director Maurine Sawenja emphasized the institution’s mission to raise education standards in the village by charging affordable school fees, thus relieving parents of financial burdens.
“The institution operates on a not-for-profit basis, with all school fees contributing to school operations. I encourage parents to contribute in kind, such as through material donations,” she clarified to parents.
Expressing their gratitude, parents highlighted the risks associated with sending their children to distant primary schools, including the hazards of crossing roads.
One parent emphasized the relief brought by the establishment of the school, sparing their children the burden of long distance travel. They expressed their willingness to cooperate with the school management for the success of the institution.
“The water shortage affecting residents and our school alike needs urgent attention, and we look forward to government support in overcoming this challenge for the betterment of our community,” said the director.
The absence of a nearby water source poses challenges for both the community and the school, and parental voices united in calling for government support to overcome this shared obstacle.
The school owner Elizabeth Kilwake emphasized the significant challenges in the community; from children walking long distances to school to the absence of a health centre.
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