In the rural communities of Narok, education is becoming more inclusive and engaging through digital learning. The Pamoja Tudumishe Elimu project, implemented by WeWorld in partnership with the Education Above All Foundation’s Educate A Child program, and support from the Qatar Fund for Development, strengthens ICT capacity to promote quality, inclusive education and keep learners in school.
At Nchurra Eshumata, technology has transformed classrooms: digital tools make science more engaging, increase participation, and improve performance. The teacher, Sankale notes, “Learners are eager to learn, attendance is at 100%, and my work has become easier.” Investing in digital literacy means transforming futures.
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Promoting quality and inclusive education
The project promotes quality, inclusive education through learner-centered interventions such as tutorial sessions, motivational talks, sexual and reproductive health education, and the provision of learning materials and sanitary towels. To date, it has reached over 10,000 learners.
Tutorial sessions have significantly improved learners’ academic performance, confidence, and class participation. For example, Amos has gained confidence and now supports his peers. Similarly, Dickson Twala, who previously struggled with reading comprehension and performed poorly in science, has shown significant improvement after attending the sessions.
The provision of learning materials, such as storybooks, has strengthened reading culture and improved comprehension skills. Sexual and reproductive health education has empowered girls to make informed decisions, while the provision of sanitary towels has improved school attendance by ensuring menstruation does not disrupt education.
The PTE project continues to promote inclusive education and support learners at risk of dropping out.
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The transformative impact of Tutorial Programs
Tutorial programs are having a transformative impact in classrooms at Nchaishi and Iladoru Primary Schools. Learners who once performed poorly are now achieving top results in their classes. Beyond academic improvement, the project builds confidence and ambition, with many students now aspiring to become teachers themselves—demonstrating its holistic support for learners most at risk of dropping out.
Low academic performance once held many learners back, but this is changing. Through targeted tutorial sessions across 18 schools, WeWorld, in partnership with the Education Above All Foundation’s Educate A Child program, and support from the Qatar Fund for Development, helps at-risk learners with focused lessons in Kiswahili, English, Mathematics, and Science.
Students who were struggling in at least two subjects are now gaining confidence, improving their grades, and attending school more regularly. At Nchaishi Primary School, learners proudly share that they can now read and write, while teachers highlight progress such as Amos, who has improved in Mathematics and now tutors his peers. As beneficiaries advance, new learners join the program, expanding its reach and impact.
Motivational talks and guidance counseling
Motivational talks and guidance counseling have significantly contributed to quality, inclusive, and safe education, helping retain learners in school. Under the PTE project, thousands of learners in Narok and Migori have benefited.
Regular talks by community role models have strengthened learners’ confidence, increased awareness of personal challenges, and empowered them to overcome difficulties. Teachers have also been trained to provide targeted guidance and counseling, helping learners set clear academic and life goals.
As a result, learners show increased motivation, improved attendance, and better academic performance. These interventions have also strengthened emotional resilience and created supportive learning environments, which are essential for retention.
The impact of the project
The Pamoja Tudumishe Elimu project continues to deliver measurable impact in Kenya by addressing key barriers to education. Its integrated, child-centered approach – combining academic support, child protection, community engagement, infrastructure improvement, and system strengthening – has enhanced schools’ ability to identify and support at-risk learners.
Tutorial programs remain a cornerstone intervention, helping learners catch up academically, build confidence, and reduce the risk of dropout. Teachers have been trained in inclusive, learner-centered methodologies and support students through remedial classes in key subjects. As a result, learners with literacy and numeracy challenges are making significant progress.
The project has also strengthened child protection systems at community and county levels, improving early identification of at-risk learners. Psychosocial support, including art therapy, is provided to children in distress.
In addition, the project addresses key drivers of school dropout – such as early pregnancy, child marriage, FGM/C, child labor, substance abuse, and gender-based violence – through community awareness and engagement with parents, caregivers, and local structures.
Finally, improvements in school infrastructure and the provision of learning materials have created safer, more inclusive environments and reduced the financial burden on vulnerable families, supporting consistent school attendance.
