In Zambian culture, children are considered full members of the extended family community at the age of 6. Until then, caregivers or families usually do not have a specific role in educating and nurturing their children. Toddlers often tag along with older children and roam largely unsupervised through the neighborhood. Active early education and kindergarten programs are not common in families from the impoverished areas in Zambia. In the vicinity of our Life Trust School Waya, there are only a few privately-run kindergartens, which are financially out of reach for most families.

With the Life Trust Kindergarten, our goal is to provide a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children aged 3-6 years from the impoverished Waya compound, where they can develop according to their age and personality. We envision creating a safe haven where playful learning is possible. Through age-appropriate education, we aim to positively influence their development and prepare them for school life.

We prioritize a structured daily routine, individualized support, early bilingual language education in English and the local tribal language Bemba, the development of social skills, and instilling Christian values. Above all, we aim to convey love and security to the children.