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Our project take place in Aramo, Oyugis (Kenya)
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Our primary school is an educational institution based near Oyugis which focuses on offering affordable, quality education to children in need. It is a rural school with around 60 students from 3 to 12 years old from humble background who need to be assisted with quality education and care. Also at Aramo (Oyugis), next to the playground of the school, we have an organic farm where we practice permaculture and experimenting in ecological living. You can also find a poultry project which needs to be developed, as the house is already there.
Some of the kids in the school can not afford even one meal per day. This is why the goal of both permaculture and chicken/poultry projects is to feed the students in the school as well as to sell the products to make the school self-sustainable. At Aramo (Oyugis), volunteers can help in any of those areas to any extent that they wish: teaching the kids in any area, playing, music, as well as farming in the "shamba" (local name for garden) or poultry. The primary school is need of some renovations, basically with the structure of the building, someone with building skills or knowledge would be appreciated although funds are also needed for such building projects. Also, and very important, school materials will be much welcome as we see them as a basic need for the kids to recieve quality education.
We welcome our volunteers to be involved in any part of this project. For those willing to volunteer at the primary school, they will be accommodated at the Director's home with a lovely family that cooks and takes care of them. This will provide an enriching culture and language African immersion which will make the volunteer feel at home.
FEEL MOST WELCOME! KARIBU!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This is a great opportunity to learn Kiswahili and Luo languages and to learn more about African culture. Both settings are rural, having beautiful, peaceful landscapes with rolling hills. Nearby we have a volcanic lake and hot springs. Lake Victoria, Masai Mara and Ruma National Park are nearby.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are flexible based on volunteers interest. Volunteers can help the local teachers with teaching subjects at school and help with the teaching of English and life skill. Also the gardening skills are welcome for the organic farm next to the school.
All volunteers willing to help and to live an enriching and wonderful African cultural experience are welcome to what it will turn into a new home and family for you!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Luo: Fluent
Swahili (Kiswahili): FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
At Oyugis, we have a guesthouse for volunteers on the same property as William's home which is walking distance to the school and the shamba. There is electricity in the guest house.
What else ...
These areas are malaria areas so it is recommended to bring a mosquito net. Malaria medicine can be purchased here but it must be taken one week prior to arrival.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours
Feedback (6)
About the school and the teachers they are the same very cheerful people
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About the school and the teachers they are the same very cheerful people
Im encouraging all of u to give sincerely to the… read more
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Thanks
William
We had an unforgettable 3 weeks working with William, his family and the whole team. William is an excellent host and very caring. His daughter Beatrice and Effy worked so hard and cooked us traditional Kenyan food everyday. The project gave us various options of how to spend our time, including working in the farm,… read more
Thank you so much Riky
WIlliam
I was there for one and a half month and people, it was awesome!!! Everybody so fkng friendly and nice... also william is the best host ever. If you want to spend all the time that you can need in a beautifull island with nice people on the heart of Africa, you shouldnt doubt dude!
thanks
