Journey to christhome

 Christhome’s mission is to walk hand-in-hand with our families to support the educational and spiritual growth of our children. Educationally we provide excellent and rigorous academics in a fun and loving environment.

Spiritually we support our children with weekly worship services which include prayer, worship, and scripture. We are a Holy Spirit led school with a desire to see our children grow in their faith and be lights for the kingdom of God in our cities and beyond. 

Our children are in classes from Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, and on Thursdays and Fridays are church days for our children. On these days parents will follow the teacher provided lesson plans with their children.

· Nurture spiritual growth and character development: Instilling in every student a deep understanding of divine principles and fostering virtues such as integrity, compassion, perseverance, and humility.

· Achieve academic excellence: Providing a rigorous and holistic education that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning, enabling students to discern and apply God's wisdom in all areas of knowledge.

· Empower students for service and leadership: Equipping individuals with the skills and confidence to positively impact their families, communities, and the world, recognizing their unique God-given talents and purpose.

· Cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment: Creating a safe, nurturing, and respectful community where every student feels valued, celebrated, and inspired to reach their full potential, reflecting the wisdom and love of God.

The problem of limited and poor-quality education in Nabweya Top village and its surrounding is multifaceted and deeply rooted in socio-economic challenges. The scarcity of established schools means that many children, particularly those from impoverished backgrounds, are deprived of their fundamental right to education. The existing government school is a stark example of neglect, characterized by dilapidated structures, separated and very far distance between schools and majority of families including our orphanage hence this pose safety risks and offer an unconducive learning environment. The absence of basic amenities like proper roofs and doors, windows, and sufficient furniture further hinders effective teaching and learning.

While private schools have attempted to fill the void, their fees structures are prohibitive for the predominantly peasantry community, making quality education a luxury rather than a right. The long distances children must walk to reach these schools also acts as a significant barrier, leading to fatigue and reduced attendance.

Furthermore, the vulnerability of children due to parental loss (e.g., to AIDS) leaves them without financial or emotional support, pushing them further into poverty and out of school. Disabled children face even more severe marginalization; lacking specialized support and inclusive educational settings, they are often confined to their homes, unable to develop their full potential. This exclusion contributes to their continued dependency and limits their future employment prospects in a region already grappling with high unemployment. The current situation perpetuates a cycle of illiteracy, poverty, and idleness, hindering the community’s overall development.

The information provided clearly highlights the urgent need for a new, modern Christian school in Nabweya Top village. The community’s inability to support capital projects for existing schools due to financial constraints and the government’s limited infrastructure grants underscore a critical gap in educational provision. The desire expressed by the community for a modern Christian school with up-to-date facilities further reinforces this need. The high number of unprivileged children, including those with disabilities, without appropriate educational support is a clear indicator of the dire situation.

The construction of Christhome Nursery and Primary School is anticipated to yield significant and transformative benefits:

* Educational Benefits:

* Increased Access: Provide quality education to over 360 (potentially 500) poor, orphaned, disadvantaged, and disabled children who currently have limited or no access to schooling.

* Improved Learning Environment: Offer a Christian safe, modern, and conducive learning environment with proper classrooms, sanitation, and essential facilities, fostering better concentration and academic performance.

* Enhanced Learning Outcomes: Equip pupils with a broad range of 21st-century skills, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and independent learning.

* Inclusivity: Specifically cater to children with vulnerabilities and disabilities, ensuring they receive appropriate support and are integrated into the mainstream education system.

* Social Benefits:

* Community Empowerment: Engage the local community in the construction and ongoing management of the school, fostering a sense of ownership and collective responsibility.

* Reduced Child Vulnerability: Provide a protective environment for vulnerable children, reducing their exposure to street life, idleness, and exploitation.

* Gender Equality: Ensure equal access to education for both boys and girls, promoting gender parity in learning outcomes.

* Improved Health and Sanitation: Provision of modern ablution facilities will significantly improve hygiene practices among students and the wider community.

* Job Creation: Generate temporary employment opportunities for local casual labor during the construction phase.

* Economic Benefits:

* Long-Term Human Capital Development: Investing in education will build a skilled and literate workforce, contributing to the long-term economic development of the region.

* Poverty Reduction: Breaking the cycle of poverty through education, enabling beneficiaries to secure better employment opportunities in the future.

* Increased Local Spending: Funds injected into the local economy through procurement of materials and labor. Join us in the struggle.