Ethiopian students writing and learning together in a classroom

Creating access to knowledge, skills, and a future of possibility.

Supporting education in underserved communities in Ethiopia.

THE CHALLENGE

Education needs more than a school building

Schools in underserved Ethiopian communities face barriers that make learning harder:

  • Limited resources: Too few books, computers and teaching materials.
  • Unsuitable facilities: Overcrowded classrooms and limited water, sanitation and accessibility.
  • Limited teacher support: Too few opportunities for training and professional development.

OUR APPROACH

Practical support, shaped by each school

We plan support around each school’s priorities:

  • Listen: Understand needs with teachers, families and communities.
  • Support: Agree practical resources, training and facility improvements.
  • Follow up: Gather feedback, review progress and share lessons.

Every child deserves more than a place in a classroom.

90%of Ethiopian children of late primary-school age cannot read and understand an age-appropriate text.

Source: World Bank, Ethiopia Learning Poverty Brief, April 2024

Support that helps children learn, feel safe and build skills

We work with each school to identify priorities and plan practical support.

Resources

Textbooks, practical tools, laboratory equipment and teaching materials that make learning engaging and hands-on.

Learning Environments

Desks, chairs, blackboards, safe water, sanitation facilities and accessible spaces that create a conducive learning environment.

Digital Learning

Computers, laptops, tablets, digital learning resources and media literacy support to help learners build digital skills.

Teaching

Teacher development, mentoring, peer learning, practical classroom tools and partnerships that strengthen inclusive teaching.

Our principles

These seven principles guide how we plan, deliver and learn from our work.

Needs-led

Practical

Community-led

Sustainable

Inclusive

Partnership-based

Accountable

The change we aim to create

We aim to help more children attend school, participate fully, progress in their learning and build skills for the future.

Who we are

LIFTUP SCHOOLS brings schools, families and partners together to address barriers to education. Our trustees provide strategic direction and oversee governance and the planning. Our volunteers bring diverse expertise, technical skills, and a shared passion.

Help schools create better opportunities to learn

Partner with us, volunteer your time, share your expertise or contribute resources.

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