Strengthening
Teacher Professional Development

Supporting to deliver play-based, competence-based learning.

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Learning
Through Play

Supporting teachers to deliver play-based, competence-based learning.

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Supporting
safe learning environments

Supporting teachers to deliver play-based, competence-based learning.

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Empowering teachers to create engaging and inclusive classrooms for every child.

Overview

Who Are TeachWell

Teachers in refugee and host community settings in Kenya often work in overcrowded classrooms with limited resources, supporting learners affected by displacement and climate shocks. These challenges can undermine teaching quality and children’s learning outcomes.

TeachWell is a USD 27 million, five-year programme improving education in Turkana and Garissa counties. Working collaboratively with the Ministry of Education, Teacher Service Commission and other government agencies, TeachWell supports teachers to deliver quality learning while strengthening education systems to be more inclusive, resilient, and responsive.

The programme provides a comprehensive Teacher Continuous Capacity Development (TCCD) package aligned with Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and Kenya Professional Teaching Standards (KePTS). It integrates play-based and inclusive teaching approaches with teacher wellbeing. TeachWell also supports safe and healthy school environments; including water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services.

Through teacher training, supporting implementation of Kenya's Competence Based Curriculum, and system-level collaboration, TeachWell supports teachers create engaging, inclusive learning environments where children can learn and thrive.

TeachWell is supported by the LEGO Foundation and the Grundfos Foundation, and is implemented by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC), in partnership with Save the Children, Africa Population Health Research Centre (APHRC), RTI International, Lutheran World Federation and Film Aid Kenya.

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How We Work

Practical, system-aligned approaches that support teachers and improve learning at scale

Through coordinated programmes and partnerships, TeachWell contributes to strengthening education systems, supporting teacher development, and improving learning outcomes for children in underserved communities.

Training and Coaching

Ongoing, practice-based support that helps teachers apply new approaches in the classroom.

System Partnerships

Working with government to align with national priorities and scale impact sustainably.

Integrated Support

Combining pedagogy, wellbeing, WASH, and crisis response to address the full learning environment.

Our Approach

What TeachWell does

A comprehensive package of teacher development, safe school environments, and crisis response services to improve teaching and learning outcomes.

Teacher Capacity Development

Ongoing, practice-focused professional development aligned with Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum, equipping teachers with play-based, inclusive, and effective teaching approaches.

Crisis Response and Resilience

Enabling schools and communities to respond to climate shocks, health emergencies, and conflict, ensuring continuity of teaching and learning during crises.

Policy and Systems Strengthening

Working with national and county stakeholders to strengthen policies and pathways for teacher development, including training and certification for refugee teachers.

Safe and Healthy Schools

Improving learning environments through water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services, while supporting teacher wellbeing and safer, more inclusive schools.