Education alone cannot overcome poverty - but it is the best way to tackle it

Tanzania has a growing demographic of vibrant, energetic children who, one day, will be the future of the country.

However, without vast improvements to educational opportunities, these young people will never learn the skills they need for the lifelong careers that could drastically improve Tanzania's economy and society.

By working together, we aim to help communities turn around their underperforming schools - giving their children the environment, resources and encouragement they need to reach their potential.

Community Targets

Good water security
Class sizes not in excess of 50 pupils
1 desk per 3 students
Book ratios to never fall below 1 book per 3 students in all subjects
Attendance levels to be 90%
Pass rate to secondary school to be above 70%
Lunchtime meal for all students, provided by the community
Football goals and netball posts
Toilets to be of WHO SWASH standard
Buildings and other assets to maintained by School Development Committee
School income to cover running costs of school and contribute to unplanned maintenance
Kitchens to have fuel-efficient stoves; firewood trees must be planted
Adequate teacher accommodation