Volunteers welcome at our school in Nairobi, Kenya

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  Description

  Our unique school is the brain child of our founder, John It is based in Syokimau, 10 minutes from the airport
  We are pioneering a unique system where we integrate children from very humble backgrounds with those from more privileged ones.
  
  The fees charged go towards teachers’ salaries, children’s feeding program and meeting other basic needs within the school, thus making the school self sustainable.
  
  The school has 8 teachers and one Chef, one care- taker and 2 drivers
  
  The school provides Education and opportunity to children at a personalized one - on - one approach.
  
  The use of trained teachers, field trips, out door, hands – on activities provides children with the opportunity for out of school exposure thus boosting their confidence and self esteem.
  
  Whereas we look forward to having volunteers with artistic knowledge i.e drawing, painting, and other creative skills, We are in DIRE NEED of volunteers with knowledge and background in WEB DESIGN, ONLINE MARKETING, SPORTS and FUND RISING
  
  The school involves parents and community members as partners in the education process by utilizing their skills and knowledge.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  What's this?
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Opportunity to teach each side how to make food from diverse cultures
  They will learn our way of life , learn to accept, appreciate and accommodate our culture
  On their last day, we shall exchange gifts and dance with the teachers and children
  The travelers will make long lasting friendships and network
  They will also have opportunity (WHERE POSSIBLE) to visit the countryside, meet natives and visit some of our tourists sites.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  Much as we are looking forward to link up with teacher volunteers., Currently we are in need of volunteers who have interest and knowledge help us in the following areas: WED DESIGN, SPORTS, FUND RISING, ONLINE MARKETING
  
  We look forward to cultural exchange. this will help children learn and appreciative other cultures
  
  SCHOOL trips and excursions to cultural sites and National parks provide a fun filled out of class opportunity

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Swahili (Kiswahili): Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  We would love to know and speak other international languages Our children would love to know , sing songs and recite other languages poems
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  Accommodation

  Volunteers will be asked to contribute 7 dollars per day per person to go towards food, water, electricity, laundry and accommodation
  
  We are glad to report that we have room for accommodation within the school so volunteers will not have to use any mode of transport to access the school
  
  The room has warm water electricity WIFI and a perimeter wall for security

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  What else ...

  Be ready and willing to play, smile and sing with the children who will ask many questions.
  These children speak fluent English besides Swahili and their local dialects
  
  Volunteers will use public transport to Nairobi town and to the animals orphanage , national park and view points that provide opportunity to enjoy the Beautiful scenes in Kenya.
  
  Volunteers requested not to be too rigid with their culture and way of living but instead be open to learning and accepting us the way we are.
  
  Compromise and striking a common acceptable ground for different cultures are key.
  
  This being a compound with children, volunteers will be expected to observe high standards of hygiene
  Shoes, and other wears should be cleaned and neatly arranged

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Yes we can

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We have ample packing space enough for either a bus or van Our space has provision for bonfire and or camping

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets
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  This host charges a fee

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  Why does Workaway allow some hosts to charge a fee?

  
  

  Workaway provides opportunities for non-monetary cultural exchanges where hosts provide food and accommodation in return for help from Workawayers. In some exceptional cases, a small fee/ donation request (typically no more than 5 dollars per day) may be approved for hosts such as registered charities with a history of positive volunteer feedback. Any fee must directly go to the charity and can only be used to cover the volunteers' food costs. This will be clearly marked on the host's listing.
  

  Listings by agents, "middle-men" or projects that appear to profit from a volunteer's stay are strictly prohibited. Any fees must be discussed and approved in advance by the Workaway team.

  US$5 per day to help with food/accommodation costs

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