In a bid to provide equal access to learning, especially early childhood education, Teachwise Family Daycare Ltd is providing teacher training, caregiver support, and community preschool services aimed at equipping underprivileged children for lifelong learning.

Founded to bridge gaps in access to early learning, Teachwise combines classroom preschools with mobile training units and community partnerships to serve families in urban slums and rural areas.

The organisation focuses on three priorities; training educators, equipping parents with effective parenting techniques, and establishing affordable, high-quality early learning centers where needed.

According to the daycare, their mission extends beyond childcare; we aim to lay the groundwork for lifelong learning. Quality interactions in the early years significantly influence children’s futures.

We train teachers in play-based, language-rich activities and coach parents to continue learning at home.

To achieve this, Teachwise offers intensive training on child development and classroom management, using low-cost materials to demonstrate effective techniques. They also provide parenting workshops that promote simple activities to stimulate language, numeracy, and socio-emotional skills.

A notable innovation is their mobile outreach, where trainers travel to peri-urban and rural areas to conduct workshops and assist communities in setting up community-led preschools. Additionally, Teachwise fosters small teacher networks for ongoing mentorship and provides monitoring tools for assessing children’s developmental progress.

Reports indicate that children in Teachwise programs show improved engagement and attendance, while parents feel more confident in supporting their children’s learning. Local teachers report feeling better equipped to manage classrooms effectively.

Despite progress, Teachwise faces challenges such as limited funding and teacher shortages. The organisation is seeking partnerships with NGOs, private donors, and local governments to enhance its mentorship networks and improve monitoring capabilities.

Looking ahead, Teachwise plans to expand data collection to showcase learning gains, deepen teacher coaching, and implement blended training methods to reach more remote communities.