Education & Child Support / Scholarships

Supporting learners from primary school through higher education based on need and available opportunities

Program Overview

Education is the foundation for breaking the cycle of poverty. Our comprehensive education scholarships support learners from primary school through higher education, providing full scholarship packages that include school fees, uniforms, learning materials, and comprehensive support based on need and available opportunities.

We create lasting relationships between sponsors and students, ensuring consistent support throughout their education journey. Beyond academics, we provide mentorship, counseling, and skills development to help students succeed.

Scholarship impact 2022–2026

396 Students Supported

Since 2022, UCESCO Africa has supported 396 students through education scholarships, helping children and young people from vulnerable backgrounds access education and build brighter futures.

These students have studied at 15 schools, colleges and universities, from primary school through to college and university.

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Students supported each yearReporting period 2022–2026
Year	Chart	Students
2022		27
2023		17
2024		36
2025		90
2026		226
Total		396

Where Our Scholarship Students Study

Since 2022, our scholarship students have studied at 15 schools, colleges and universities.

New Horizon Senior School
Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences
Meru Teachers Training College
Peggy Lucas School
Dalton School
Loosuk, Samburu
Masayo Visionaries Empowerment and Technical Institute (MVETI)
Bright Achievers School
Kiriri Women's University of Science and Technology
KMTC Bomet
Moi Girls' School Nairobi
Pangani Girls School
Kisima Girls High School
Koitaleel Samoei University College
Kirisia Boys High School
AIC Moi Girls School, Samburu

Program Components

Full scholarship packages (fees, uniforms, materials)

School infrastructure improvements

Learning materials and textbooks

Nutritional support (meals)

Mentorship and counseling

After-school tutoring programs

Career guidance and skills development

Parent and community engagement

Education Support Levels

From early childhood through university - comprehensive support at every stage

Early Childhood Education

ECD programs providing foundational learning for the youngest learners

Primary & Secondary Education

Full scholarships covering school fees, uniforms, and learning materials

Higher Education

University and college scholarships for exceptional students

How Education Sponsorships Work

Need-Based Selection

Students are selected based on demonstrated financial need, academic potential, and family circumstances. We prioritize children from the most vulnerable households who would otherwise be unable to access education.

Comprehensive Support

Our scholarships cover all education-related costs including school fees, uniforms, learning materials, examination fees, and where possible, nutritional support. Students also receive mentorship, counseling, and career guidance.

Long-Term Commitment

We are committed to supporting sponsored students throughout their education journey, from primary school through secondary and in exceptional cases, higher education. This continuity ensures students can complete their education without interruption.