We have a vision of bringing high quality education to the young people in the town of Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia. Join us in giving some of the poorest children a chance in life!
In December 2015 the year 9 students took their government end of year exams. We are pleased to report that they achieved a pass rate of 97.2%! Over 50% achieved the higher grade which is phenomenal. We want to say a big thank you to Martin and Karolyn Simbeye who head the school and to all the teachers who worked so hard.
In the light of these result
The new container has just arrived with more equipment for the school. This container will become the new Design Technology room. It was full of very useful stuff – lots of classroom tables, lab stools, chairs and stationary as well as bits for the families.
On Saturday 5th September there will be a cream tea between 2 and 5pm at Guessens in Codicote. Please see flyer for details:
Will you take the Vinjeru £10 Summer challenge and help raise much-needed funds for the Vinjeru School in Zambia? This is for adults, children or families. You can work alone or compete with your friends and family! Click here for more details.
Even one of the teachers can’t help joining in at the end! #vinjeruschool #singing #fun
Four teachers from Warblington School in Hampshire took part in a gruelling event known as Hell Runner. It consisted of a ten mile course over rugged terrain, through some 'water features' and up and down a lot of hills! Click 'Keep reading' below for more details..
Over £800 was raised at our quiz in Plume School in Maldon. Many thanks to everyone for coming along! Here are some pictures from the evening:
The Springfield School in Drayton, Portsmouth (http://www.springfield.uk.net/) have donated science stools and a range of other items. In the picture is John Lomas, the Assistant Headteacher at the school along with Barry and Becky Gransden long-time supporters and advisers to the Vinjeru School In Zambia.
We are very grateful to Springfield School for their support. The students education at the Vinjeru school will be greatly enhanced in the future as a result of this gift.
The roof is on the second block and is now being fitted out. We are on track for the new intake in January!
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We would love to hear from you! Please get in touch if you want more information, or are interested in helping us.