PATHWAY 1
Strong Foundations for Learning & Life
Early education and nutrition—combined with sustained educational pathways—help children start strong and remain supported as they move toward adulthood.
Why This Pathway Matters
Education cannot be separated from nutrition, continuity, and family stability. Friends of Dago’s learning pathway connects early childhood development with feeding, school support, scholarships, vocational preparation, and university transition.
The goal is not simply school enrollment. It is a continuous pathway that helps children and young people keep moving forward.
Evidence Snapshot
Current 2026 Academy evidence: Dago Aldersgate Academy’s internal First Term report records 221 learners at term close: 65 in Playgroup, 62 in PP1, 46 in PP2, and 48 in the newly introduced Class One. The report also documents a semi-permanent Class One classroom, one additional qualified teacher, and one support staff member.
2025 operating context: internal records distinguish 141 Academy learners from 59 additional Dago Kogello Primary children supported through feeding, for a combined feeding reach of 200 children. The 2025 year-end review also reported 94% average attendance and 92% retention.
Community Leadership
Local educators, families, Dago Dala Hera, and community leadership identify learners who need support, guide priorities, and help monitor participation and progress.
Friends of Dago’s Role
Mobilize scholarships, teacher support, feeding resources, institutional partnerships, reporting, and transition support around community-defined education priorities.
Start Strong
Dago Aldersgate Academy, two-meal daily feeding, ECD sponsorships, and teacher support.
Stay on the Path
Support for vulnerable primary learners and high-school scholarships that strengthen attendance, retention, and progression.
Transition Forward
Vocational training support plus university startup and transition funds that help young adults take the next step.
350+
Primary students supported.
400+
High-school and post-secondary scholars supported.
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Children receiving two meals daily.