We Are
Kaya ChildCare
An organization built on respect and community, Kaya ChildCare provides quality early childhood education to the children of Kayayei in Accra because we believe every child, irrespective of their background deserves a good foundation for education.
Latest From KCC
We provide a safe space for the child away from the busy market where the mother works, to allow the mother to have the peace-of-mind to grow her business.
KCC is now a member of the Global Schools Forum
We join a network of 113 organisations spanning 60 countries globally, collectively running or supporting more than 237,143 schools who provide quality education to over 19.7 million children.
The Early Learning Content Box Project
Over 17 months, the project engaged kayayei and hawking mothers to design and create early learning content boxes filled with simple handmade manipulatives for children aged 1 to 6 for independent learning through play in a flexible, inclusive, and sustainable manner without using digital technology.
KCC’s 4th Graduation Ceremony
This event marked a momentous occasion for us, as it bore witness to the largest cohort of graduates since the inception of KCC.
Since our establishment in 2016, KCC has been unwavering in its dedication to improving the lives of children in the Madina community, particularly those from low-income backgrounds, including children of Kayayoo mothers and other market workers.
Did You Know
41% of Kayayei have small children under 6years old..
who remain with them as they work in the markets carrying loads
Kayayei with babies on their back carry an average of 115%
Our Model is designed to meet the need and unique lifestyle and working conditions of the Kayayoo mother and other low-income mothers who live and work on the streets and in markets in the urban areas.
Distance
Our center is located within a walking distance of the mother’s dwelling or the market, ensuring little to no cost to access. It also encourages the mother to bring her child daily without worrying about taking too much time off her morning work hours
Ownership
We engage with the mothers as partners. Therefore, sharing mutual respect and trust. We work hand-in-hand and keep open communication to allow us maintain the child’s development trajectory even with disruptions in the mother’s schedule or work
Learning through play
We combine a variety of learning models to provide a smooth transition for the child from school to home. We use recycled learning material, and engage through play while remaining in sync with the Ghana Education Service pre-school curriculum
Partners & Donors
Ashesi University
Palestinian Women’s Club, Accra
Webster University
