Category: Cherith Blog


  • Location & Facilities

    โœ๏ธ The following text was written entirely by the children of Cherith Junior School and typed by themselves. LOCATIONCherith Junior School is located in Tanzania, in the Arusha Region, Meru District, Maji Ya Chai Ward, along Kitefu Main Road after Lumen Hospital, but not beyond the railway centre. It is known as a famous school…

  • Why Early Learning Matters: Insights from Cherith Junior School

    When I walk through the classrooms at Cherith Junior School, I am reminded every day of just how important early learning is. The youngest children, those bright-eyed, curious faces, arrive eager to explore the world, and itโ€™s incredible to see how much they grow in just a few months. Early learning is more than teaching…

  • How Cherith Junior School Supports Vulnerable Children

    At Cherith Junior School, every child matters. Located in Arusha, Tanzania, our school is more than just a place to learn; itโ€™s a safe space for children who face challenges many of us cannot imagine. Many of our students come from difficult circumstances. Some face family instability, others struggle with financial hardship, and a few…

  • Students, teachers & staff

    โœ๏ธ The following text was written entirely by the children of Cherith Junior School and typed by themselves. Students About UsCherith Junior School students have experience, confidence, and talents. They are hardworking and tolerant in their studies. They also like guests coming from other places or other countries. Every year, the Cherith Junior School students’…

  • Cherith Junior School: A Model for Community Growth

    At Cherith Junior School, I am constantly inspired by the dreams of our students. Even the youngest children have hopes and ideas about what they want to become, and watching those dreams take shape is one of the most rewarding parts of working here. Dreaming about the future starts with providing children a strong foundation…

  • The Impact of Education on the Maji Ya Chai Community

    Every time I walk through the streets of Maji Ya Chai, I am reminded of the power of education, not just for children, but for the entire community. Iโ€™ve lived and worked here for years, and Iโ€™ve seen firsthand how access to learning can change lives, shape futures, and strengthen the bonds that hold a…

  • Empowering Families Through Accessible Education

    Education has the power to transform not only a childโ€™s future but an entire familyโ€™s journey. At Cherith Junior School in Maji ya Chai, Arusha, we believe that learning should be accessible to every child, no matter their background. By making education affordable and inclusive, we open doors to opportunity, strengthen families, and uplift our…

  • Breaking Poverty Cycles with Quality Primary Education

    Every morning when I arrive at Cherith Junior School, I am reminded why I chose to work in education. Walking into the classrooms, I see children full of curiosity, energy, and dreams, dreams that might have seemed impossible without the support of a caring school and dedicated teachers. Many of these children come from families…