In Kenya, children wander the streets. Ask them why they’re not in school and they say they cannot afford to go.
Attendance at Government-run schools is free of charge but certain other expenses must be met before a child is permitted to join the class: compulsory uniforms, school supplies, fees for the end of year exams, which must be paid at the beginning of the course. These things mean the “free” education is, in reality, beyond the reach of many.
World In need believes education is the most important gift a child can receive. That’s why it is a condition of sponsorship that all our children must attend school regularly, and it’s why we’ve set up the Nancy George Academy in Soy, Northern Kenya.
Bible reading: Mark 10:13-15 (Suffer the little children to come unto me)
Prayer: For the school, its growth, construction and equipping needs, for the teachers and pupils who attend, that more children will receive a life changing education through it.
Other ways you can help: Running a school is not cheap. Fundraising events and activities take place throughout the year to help with the costs. Please support these events if you can.
Or why not host an event of your own?
Many of the children at the school are sponsored through World In Need. This means their fees and costs are guaranteed to be paid and child, school and family all benefit from the knowing the future is certain. There are others, though, still looking for sponsors. Our sponsorship team would love to hear from you, by phone or email, and will gladly answer any questions you may
have.
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