St Johns First Baptist School
St Johns is an independent school serving the local community. There are nine classrooms accommodating over 350 children ranging from nursery age through to infant and junior school. The headmistress is supported by a staff of 19 teachers. The school has a governing body chaired by a Chairman, Mr Ali Faranga, and Chairlady, Mrs Asha Wakoi
One of the early school buildings
The school has built a good reputation, frequently doing well at Kenyan National Music and Dance competitions in Nairobi, and is officially recognized as the most improved school in the locality since 2002. The school is assessed by the government and the teachers undertake various in-post development courses.
Current Priorities
The following is a summary of development projects that we are aiming to fund:
- Construct New Classrooms
- Secondary School Bursary
- Improve School Security
Some of the original classrooms are now in desperate need of replacement. This is a great opportunity to take a fresh look at the site and plan for a development of classrooms over a number of years to create an excellent learning environment. This is and will be the main focus of attention for 2013/14
We are currently supporting Ronald through Secondary School, at one of the best schools in Kenya. Whilst secondary education is significantly more expensive than primary, we passionately believe the best way to overcome poverty is through educating children to secondary and on to university.
The harsh reality of living in abject poverty means that it is necessary for the school to improve its security and guard against the theft of valuable books and resources which benefit the whole community.
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From humble beginnings the school has grown and so much has been achieved.
There is now provision for over 350 pupils with 19 teachers on the staff.
A regular feeding program has been established so pupils receive a meal each day at school.
A well has been constructed on site to provide clean fresh water to the school and surrounding village.
Carrying water from the well
A workshop has been built to provide skills and training for those children who may not qualify or be able to afford to go on to secondary school.
Construction of a new classroom to support the expanding school pupil numbers.
Within the classrooms themselves we have invested in improved desks and chairs as well as cupboards for books and teaching materials.
Purchase of text books locally as most parents had insufficient funds to supply.
We continue to support the annual Music Festival which has, in previous years, resulted in children travelling to Nairobi and beyond to perform.
Funding of continuing professional development for the teachers resulting in all teachers meeting or exceeding the national teacher qualifications.
There is much more to be done.
Regular Giving
Help the local community access safe clean water, education, health care and the means to generate their own income.
Support the Project and you'll be helping them, their family and their whole community. You will see how you are helping through annual updates and our newsletter. By becoming a supporter you will make all the difference to the life of a child in Shonda.
One of the schools students
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