KidsCan! After School Learning Centre
NPO 227-988 | PBO 93007767
KidsCan! is a non-profit organisation in the rural Kleinmond area (South Africa) that helps underprivileged and vulnerable primary school children become contributing members of society by offering a safe after school learning centre where they receive a daily meal, can improve academically, and are given opportunities for self-development.
An Extention of the Home & Classroom
Children attend KidsCan! in the afternoons, after school, from Mondays to Fridays during school terms, as well as mornings during the holidays.
Our Aims & Outcomes
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Improved attitude towards learning
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Improved school outcomes
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Improved school retention
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Improved matric results (long term)
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Reduction in risk taking behaviour
How It is Measured
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Assessment by qualified KidsCan! teachers.
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Improved results on school reports.
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Improved behaviour.
Holiday Programmes
The centre is also open during school holidays, offering a variety of activities:
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Numeracy, Technology & Literacy Workshops
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Life Skills Programmes
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Sport
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Arts & Culture
Main Educational Partners
We share the vision of the Western Cape Government After School Game Changer programme to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes, inspire a culture of learning, stem school dropouts and improve matric results. After School Game Changer also aims to build bridges between communities and expand the horizons and skills of participants.