Learning
We help children grow into thoughtful, creative and compassionate young people who think deeply, connect meaningfully and feel ready for a changing world.
Africa-Centric Mindset
We believe children thrive when they feel connected to who they are and where they come from. At Mizizi, we intentionally weave African perspectives, stories, languages and cultures into everyday learning while remaining globally minded and future-focused.
21st Century Learning
We believe learning should be engaging, meaningful and connected to the real world. Through project-based, experiential and inquiry-driven learning, children are encouraged to think deeply, collaborate meaningfully and approach challenges with creativity and confidence.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing is foundational to life at Mizizi. Through daily “Connect” sessions, SEE Learning, strong child protection practices and teacher wellness initiatives, we create an environment where children and staff feel safe, supported and deeply known.
Mbegu Village
Mbegu: ‘Seed’ (kiswahili; noun)
Early Years Foundations Stage (EYFS)
3 Classes:
- Play-Group (Age 2-3yrs)
- Nursery (Age 3-4yrs)
- Reception (Age 4-5yrs
Learning is:
- Playful
- Personalised
- Africa-centric with integrated Kiswahili
- Communication and Language
- Physical Development
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Understanding the world
- Expressive Arts and Design
The Senior Learning Guides in Mbegu Village are TSC-Registered Early Years Teachers; possessing Diploma or Bachelor level qualifications along with a professional certification and experience in either Montessori or Waldorf methods.
They are supported by qualified and experienced Learning Guides (assistant teachers).
All educators at Mizizi are part of an ongoing professional development programme, which includes weekly trainings, peer-to-peer learning, classroom observations and feedback.
Shina Village
Shina: ‘Stem’ (kiswahili; noun)
3 Classes:
- Year 1 (Age 5-6yrs)
- Year 2 (Age 6-7yrs)
- Year 3 (Age 7-8yrs)
Learning is:
- Playful
- Personalised
- Afrocentric
- Project-based
- English Reading
- English Writing: Creative, Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling
- Maths
- Science
- Social Studies, History and Geography
- Kiswahili
- Social, Emotional and Ethical (SEE) Learning
- Art and Design
- Music/Dance/Drama
- Physical Education
- Intro to computing
The Senior Learning Guides in Shina Village are Government (TSC) Registered ECD/Primary Teachers; possessing Diploma or Bachelor level qualifications.
They are supported by qualified and experienced Learning Guides (assistant teachers).
All educators at Mizizi are part of an ongoing professional development programme, which includes weekly trainings, peer-to-peer learning, classroom observations and feedback.
Matawi Village
Matawi: ‘Branches’ (kiswahili; noun)
3 Classes:
- Year 4 (Age 8 - 9yrs)
- Year 5 (Age 9 - 10yrs)
- Year 6 (Age 10-11yrs)
- Tech-enabled
- Personalised
- Afrocentric
- Project-based
- English Literature
- English Writing: Creative, Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling
- Maths
- Science
- Social Studies, History and Geography
- Kiswahili
- Social, Emotional and Ethical (SEE) Learning
- Art and Design
- Music/Dance/Drama
- Physical Education
- Coding
The Senior Learning Guides in Matawi Village are Government (TSC) Registered Primary Teachers; possessing P1 Diploma, Bachelors and/or Masters level qualifications.
They are supported by qualified and experienced Learning Guides (assistant teachers).
All educators at Mizizi are part of an ongoing professional development programme, which includes weekly trainings, peer-to-peer learning, classroom observations and feedback.