Strengthening Foundational Learning for Every Child
OCOCHA Malawi's Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Initiative supports children who require additional assistance to develop essential reading, writing and numeracy competencies.
The initiative uses learner-centred catch-up sessions, teacher professional development, community participation and evidence-based approaches to help children regain confidence, participate actively in learning and improve their educational outcomes.
OCOCHA works with schools, education authorities, teachers, parents, volunteers, churches and community leaders to build stronger and more sustainable local education systems.
What the Initiative Seeks to Achieve
📖 Improve Literacy
Strengthen learners' reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills.
➗ Strengthen Numeracy
Build confidence and competence in basic mathematics, number recognition and problem-solving.
👩🏫 Support Teachers
Equip teachers and facilitators with practical, learner-centred instructional approaches.
🤝 Engage Communities
Mobilize parents, volunteers and community leaders to support attendance and learning.
Community-Led and Evidence-Based
- Foundational Literacy and Numeracy catch-up sessions tailored to learners' current competency levels.
- Teacher professional development, coaching and supportive supervision.
- Use of learner assessment information to identify learning gaps and monitor progress.
- Parent and community engagement to strengthen learner attendance and participation.
- Inclusive learning support for vulnerable children and learners with additional educational needs.
- Collaboration with government education structures to support sustainability and local ownership.
Results at a Glance
Help Us Expand Learning Opportunities
Partner with OCOCHA Malawi to help more children gain the foundational skills they need to learn, thrive and build a brighter future.