Summer School and Reading Club
Coordinator | Daniel
Coordinator | Daniel
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Highlights
Volunteer to make a measurable and a lasting difference/impact in the life of chiledren of the underserved society.
Participate in icebreaking projects to overcome fear and panic for growth and personal development.
Gain international experience volunteering alonside people from different cultural backgrounds, sharing ideas together for development.
Volunteer to appreciate true development with your skills and be remembered for getting involved, and also understand the roles of small NGOs in development.
Experience the rich culture of Ghana, lovely beaches, and amazing tourist sites, as you volunteer on projects.
We are enhancing the sporting and educational opportunities available for the people in the Volta Region of Ghana to fulfill their potential to succeed.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Project Details
During the school holidays, KickStart Ghana volunteers will contribute to one of our extra-curricular education and activities programmes. We have been working at local schools in the area providing holiday activities and classes that would not usually be available to the children.
Each summer KickStart Ghana works with a local school for their children for a section of their children age 11 -15 to attend a summer school and reading club.
The project is focuses on non-compulsory and extra-curricular education. The three key aims are:
- To increase the educational attainment of the students
- To help increase the opportunities available for extra-curricular activities
- To broaden the experiences of the teachers involved in the school.
KickStart Ghana, in conjunction with the PTA, Governors and Head Teachers of schools designed the summer programme that would give children much better access to Ghanaian teachers (18 to 1) to work on the following core curriculum subjects:
- Math
- Science
- English
- Citizenship
The programme was also designed to have lessons that focused on extra-curricular development. The four key focus areas were:
- Physical development
- Social and emotional development
- Language and communication skills
- Cognitive development
These lessons are delivered by a mixture of Ghanaian and European volunteers, all with the relevant skills and training.
Our volunteers have also taken part in a summer reading club that allows children from the surrounding area access a wide range of books to practice their reading and English language skills.
Madam Alorbi, the Head Teacher of St Cecilia said, “I think the summer school has gone very well. That is reflected on the attendance levels positively. It has been full of activities".
“My teachers’ methodology has learnt from your teachers, especially in how they present their lessons. We have learnt from them. They have a lot of learning and teaching materials, the lessons are rich. I have enjoyed the teachers work. Their input is more than the normal classes work and the children have benefited".
“There is a traditional problem of parents providing exercise books but the ones provided by KSG means it has been much easier for work to go on. The children have benefited from this.”
Requirements: Volunteers must have past experience of working with children in a structured environment, such as scouts, guides, summer camps, youth clubs etc. Past teaching experience would be an advantage but is not compulsory. References will be required.
Typical day
6am - 7:30am - Breakfast
7:30am - 7:45am - Leave for placement
8:00am - Work begins
12noon - 12:50pm - Lunch
1:00pm - Afternoon section begins
2:45pm - School over
4:00pm - 5pm - Reading club
6pm - 7pm - Dinner
Free-time activities
After a long day of work, our volunteers have free time to take a stroll to see the immediate environment, go shopping, play fun games with others, enjoy music, etc. And during weekends volunteers will travel to beautiful tourist site such as the Monkey Sanctuary, Highest waterfall in West Africa, Hiking, Beautiful beaches on the coast, canopy walk, visit to historic sites such as the slave trade castle, museums, traditional festivals etc.
Ghana is know for beautiful tourist sites, rich culture and histories. And our volunteers' free times are always full of fun and very refreshing.
Water Sports
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Riding
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (basic level)
required
at University level
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- Pre-trip support
- Airport pickup when you arrive
- Airport drop-off when you leave
- One night’s accommodation at a hotel in Accra on your first night
- Transport from Accra to your project in Ho and back to Accra at the end
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner each weekday
- Accommodation for your entire stay
- Arrival orientation
- Pre – departure information
- 24-hour support
- The use of a safe in the house for personal belongings
- Airport pickup when you arrive
- Airport drop-off when you leave
- One night’s accommodation at a hotel in Accra on your first night
- Transport from Accra to your project in Ho and back to Accra at the end
Walled house self contain with all amenities inclusive
Ghanaian and continental meals, and purified water.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Volunteers can join during holiday times and summer times in the Ghanaian Education calendar.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
4 - 12 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$849
5 weeks
$944
6 weeks
$1,038
7 weeks
$1,133
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$1,605
Average fees
$173
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
KickStart Ghana
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with KickStart Ghana during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Summer School and Reading Club
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$173/week
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