Profile information
Host rating
Not yet rated
Feedback
-
ID verified
Email verified
Badges (2)
Details
Description
My name is Patrick and me and my wife Venerah are the founders of our school. It is located in Kalungu village, Luwero District, close to Kampala. It was founded in 2005 with four classes and now we have currently seven classes with a population of 211 pupils and seven teachers. Both of us are teachers and we decided to start a school to help low income families which cannot afford bigger schools in town. Our family has 6 members with some that work at the school and others who study nearby.We currently have (9) nine teachers paid from the little we get from tution. Three none teaching staff ie, a cook,a matron and an askari
The major best needs of our village are locally available at a free charge and at low cost. The community is friendly and welcoming. The climate is also friendly with two rain seasons a year. This has enabled us to grow our own local food in the gardens.
What you will love about our place is that the school is in a natural environment with fresh air, quiet and some sunshine.
Also the children are disciplined and eager to learn. They will be happy to study any new subject like languages, sports and physical education, and culture exchange.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Animals
Music
Events & social
Nature
Adventure sports
Culture
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will experience Ugandan culture here at our school by learning the local language Luganda, trying local meals from our village gardens, social events like going to a wedding, a funeral, and to church.
We will appreciate to learn from the civilization of different cultures from around the world and to create new friendships.
We will also take the time so that you can visit the area with some nature walks (mining area, forest) and tour around nearby towns.
And finally, you can also experience local activities like bicycle rides, nature walks, etc with leisure centers or parks nearby.
Help
Volunteers will help teach our pupils with either traditional subjects like English, Mathematics, etc or with vocational studies like languages, computer science, music and physical education, etc.
A timetable will be crafted for the volunteers when they arrive allocating the time for each activity to be conducted.
Also, if you prefer to be accompanied by a teacher during the classes then there is no problem because we will do it as a team.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Luganda, Ganda: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Here in our school, English is the official language. However we welcome any new language because it is important for our pupils future.
Accommodation
The accommodation is located inside the school so you will be in a secure place. You will have your private room with a bed and a mosquito net. The room is not self-contained but there are latrines nearby for toilets and bathing. You will have access to electricity at our school in the classrooms or in our family's home.
Also, if you wish to have access to internet we can help you get a sim card so that you can buy data.
You will be provided with three meals a day in a family way.
No fee will be asked of our volunteers for accommodation and meals.
What else ...
The pupils and our family will be very happy if you come volunteer at our school and you would be most welcome to enjoy good times together.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
There is a lot of space in the school compound to welcome campers / motorhomes.
Can possibly accept pets
We have dogs, cats, and then domestic animals like chickens and sheep.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
nkambwe (1 year)
very strong but obedient local dog
Photos
