Building strong foundations for inclusive early childhood education.
Implemented by ANDY with Able Child Africa and funded by Comic Relief, improving access to inclusive early childhood education in Nairobi County.
Early foundations for inclusion
The early years shape learning, confidence, and independence, yet many children with disabilities are excluded due to late identification, inaccessible schools, limited support, and stigma.
Ready, Steady, GO improved access to inclusive early childhood education in Nairobi County. Through inclusive play, teacher and caregiver training, assistive technology, and early identification, the project helped children start school on equal footing.
Our approach
Early Identification and School Enrolment
Supporting the identification and enrolment of children with disabilities into inclusive public primary schools.
Teacher Capacity Development
Strengthening educators' knowledge of disability rights, inclusive teaching, and Individualised Educational Plans to create learner-centred classrooms.
Inclusive Play and Child Participation
Using play as a powerful tool for learning, friendship, confidence, and social inclusion while nurturing young disability champions.
Community-Based Rehabilitation
Bringing together government institutions, schools, caregivers, civil society, and community leaders to strengthen referral pathways.
Assistive Technology
Providing mobility and learning support devices that improve school participation and independence for children with disabilities.
Project impact
These results are driving measurable change in Nairobi County: expanding access, improving classroom inclusion, and ensuring more children with disabilities are learning and thriving in school.