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Written by George Laiyan   
Wednesday, 11 October 2006 22:13

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The Ngong Huruma Schools, just adjacent to the home, has two sections:

  • Primary School - which commenced in 1993. It comprises of the Kindergarten classes and grades one through eight. Huruma Primary School provides (as of June 2003) education for 151 boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 17. 15 teachers from the surrounding community are employed by the school.
  • Secondary School - which commenced in 2009 and as at 2010 it is in Form 2. We are looking forward to having our first KCSE candidates in 2013.

The schools are approved by the Kenyan Ministry of Education and is based on the 8-4-4 system of education. The Ministry of Education has already conducted an inspection survey of the school. The home has also obtained a school registration and authorization letter to build a permanent school. The schools are registered by the Government of Kenya and are run by Huruma Trust Fund which is a charitable NGO (Non-Governmental Organisation) in Kenya.

Our School Policy
Our school has opened its doors to the neighboring community and we work Together-parents, teachers and children, to create The best possible learning environment for the children so that they grow and develop to their full potential. This allows free interaction between children from the Huruma Children's Home and those from the local community. The school fees go only some way to covering some of our school costs.

The Curriculum
We follow the National Guideline Objectives as directed by the Ministry of Education. These are supplemented by an ethos of our own. For example, we have introduced a daily literacy session for all classes for we regard the teaching of reading as a high priority and use fun and interactive methods to achieve this we also have a daily numeracy lesson where we encourage the children to learn the importance of Mathematics in everyday life and develop essential numeracy skills. Afternoon activities are offered in the afternoon for all the children this include activities such as P.E., Bead making, Computer, Tailoring , Knitting cookery, gardening, music and outside play provide the children with further opportunities to develop fully.

Play is at the centre of the curriculum, as we realize that this is the natural Way children develop. Young children are active learners and they need time to explore and experience their environment firsthand. This is achieved through a carefully planned and stimulating Active learning Environment. Every Aspect of the child is carefully developed through a progressive curriculum that prepares the Child for entry into Primary School We emphasize the importance of respecting one another, honesty, fairness and self-discipline. We Use positive praise for good behavior and expect all children to abide by the school rules.

We actively encourage a three-way partnership between parents, teachers and children. By working together we can realize the full potential of the children. There are many events for you to come along to. Apart from parent- teacher Interviews, there are school productions, sports Events and parent information/discussion evenings. Please come and share in our children

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