Teach in small coastal Mombasa Primary School

  Kenya

Mombasa

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Dates: All year

Description: Though a volunteer's work at the school would essentially be pivoted on teaching, there is a myriad of other things do to. The school lacks proper desks, classrooms amongst other things. Therefore in addition to teaching, a volunteer could take on initiatives, such as buying timber (which is very cheap) and nail them together to make better desks, paint the school, offer counseling to children who are also deprived emotionally, thus in dire need of brotherly, sisterly, fatherly or motherly love.

Because food like rice and beans are cheap in Kenya, one could initiate a feeding program for school and give the children energy to take on the next lesson in class with a wider concentration span, sharpen their knowledge and give them hope for a better future. Day to day work would be teaching individuals as well as groups. The school would be flexible and allow you to help in anyway that you would find comfortable. They, like most schools would be grateful of just having an extra pair of hands to help out.

Highlights: It is usually said of Kenya that, "A visit to Kenya without a stop at Mombasa is no visit to Kenya." The city is awash with activities ranging from a swimming to basking on the white sandy beaches. For a memorable swim, a trip to Kisite Marine Park would make Kenya a person's favorite get a way destination. Imagine tasking a swim on a perfectly white sandy island in the middle of nowhere.

Mombasa is surrounded with a number animal parks including Tsavo National park that is three hours away. Shimba hills game reserve where some of the biggest elephants in the world are found is also a couple of kilometers away from the city.

For nature lovers, there are loads of aquatic flora and fauna, and topography to marvel at. The southern coast of Mombasa is full of lagoons to snorkel in as well as a visit to the Mangrove swamps where you can canoe and spot the crocodiles!

In Mombasa the party never stops for the out going people. (We can add on a Safari when you are in Kenya. You don't have to book in advance if you have not made your mind up.)

Qualifications: Anyone with a desire to help children from a poor community. The program would also suit people wishing to volunteer in groups of between two and ten. Such groups could paint the school, make desks, construct buildings or simply teach the children and inspire them for the better. Be ready for a warm reception!

Cost in US$: See website for offers

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: This program would suit anyone who would like to offer a helping hand whether in a small or big way and achieve a life long satisfaction. The children and teachers here love visitors and would be attentive to all of your needs. Kenyan children are also great fun. You would find a lot of time for fun and laughter here. Yet, you must also be prepared for hash realities of life with regard to the levels of poverty and suffering.

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Kenya Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of 2-5

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Resume

Inspire Kenya's Mission Statement: To send groups of people to Kenya to contribute to the people and culture in a productive and meaningful way.

Year Founded: 2006