Peri Naua Preprimary School Otjiwarongo

Peri Naua Preprimary School Otjiwarongo

Background in Namibia

Preprimary School Otjiwarongo

The fortuitous meeting between Monique, a Frenchwoman living in Namibia, in Otjiwarongo since 1992, and Peri Naua allows the association to find a relay on the spot, both to offer assistance to the existing structure and to seize the opportunity of other development possibilities.

Through a discussion with the French ambassador to Namibia, Monique learns about the Social Development Fund (SDF), whose purpose is to finance development projects. This source of funding will help to create a kindergarten in the informal settlement area of Orwetoveni township.

The collaboration between Monique and Peri Naua is strengthening: Monique commits herself to mobilize SDF funds for the construction of the buildings and the purchase of school furniture while Peri Naua commits herself to ensure the sustainability of the structure by financing the operating costs.

    • At the end of 2007, the construction of three buildings has started (a classroom, a gym room, and a canteen).
    • At the beginning of 2008, Peri Naua invests in the fitting out of the canteen and in the purchase of educational material.
    • At the end of 2008 the buildings are completed and Peri Naua recruits the teachers and registers the pupils.
    • In January 2009, the school inaugurates its first school year, with 24 students aged 4 to 5 years and 2 teachers

The school immediately meets a growing success. Responding to a need, the school organizes afternoon classes (homework help) to support the students in their progress in elementary school. In addition, it opens a third class in 2015 and reaches its peak with 72 students.

Deux ans plus tard, le manque d’espace extérieur et le départ d’une institutrice promue au rang de teacher (diplôme lié à l’enseignement Montessori) a conduit à la fermeture de la troisième classe. Dès lors, le nombre d’élèves se stabilise à 50. En 2019, à l’occasion des dix ans de l’école, l’ambassadrice de France se déplace et une fête d’anniversaire est organisée.

L’école a fermé ses portes fin 2020. En effet, cette dernière avait été pensée dans un contexte de manque d’infrastructures pré-scolaires dans le quartier. Si on comptait seulement deux écoles maternelles en 2009, en 2020 elles sont plus de soixante. De ce fait, la mission de Peri-Naua était terminée car l’objectif de l’association est de combler des carences locales en termes d’accès aux domaines éducatifs et culturels, non pas de se substituer aux acteurs locaux. 

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Ondundu School

Ondundu School

Background in Namibia

Ondundu School

From 2003 to 2010, Peri Naua helped the association Help the Helpless, developer of a kindergarten in Ondundu (Tsumeb)

  • Improvement of existing premises
  • Construction of a classroom
  • Construction of a building kitchen / storage
  • Training of teachers
  • Sending volunteers
  • Financial support for the operation of the school

At the end of 2010, Peri Naua put an end to its support to the kindergarten in Tsumeb to concentrates its efforts on the new structure in Otjiwarongo. Currently, the school continues to operate thanks to the local community and welcomes some fifty children.

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Pauline, a university internship

Pauline, a university internship

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Pauline, a university internship (27 may – 10 july 2019)

« I got to know Peri Naua 4 years ago on a family trip. I had the chance to be able to visit the school. This visit had marked me and I had promised myself to return.

So I came back 4 years later for a 6 week observation internship. Me directing towards a career as a teacher, I wanted to come and discover another type of education and another way of teaching while immersing myself in a culture that is not mine.

I don’t regret coming back! This stay was a real enrichment which made me allowed to exchange and share with the local population.

By helping this community, I discovered another way of life and made unforgettable encounters. All those children’s faces and smiles I don’t could not forget them.

Peri Naua, what an adventure! Through school and library, every child has the opportunity to build a future and make your dreams come true.

In 6 weeks, I observed but most of all I learned, listened and grew. Coming by Namibia, I escaped for a few moments, I landed and I encountered a population full of hopes for the future. For a first experience alone abroad, I couldn’t ask for better than this stay in Peri Naua.

Thank you to everyone I have met along the way. You made my stay an unforgettable memory. Thanks to Monique for welcoming me. Thank you Peri Naua from allowing me to do this internship and to exist for these children.

Pauline – May 27 – July 8, 2019 (Observation course, internship, St Etienne University) »

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Maxime, Benjamin, Artur and Vianney, a second chapter for EDA BTP association

Maxime, Benjamin, Artur and Vianney, a second chapter for EDA BTP association

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Maxime, Benjamin, Artur and Vianney, a second chapter for EDA BTP association (August- October 2018)

Mission completed !

Our objectives :

  • Build a construction of 40 m² for grow the school
  • Renovate the existing build
  • Make some activities with the children for their education

« We were busy during the last days in Otjiwarongo because we had some things to finish. To begin, the painting of the doors, windows and foundations of the library. The library now is in the PERI NAUA association colors and looks like a new building. Despite the high heat, all went well to finish the renovation of the library. We also helped PERI NAUA to manage the hundred children coming daily and voluntary for their own intellectual growth. We helped the children to read, to do the homework after school and get access to computers. It was a pleasure to be with these children. We will never forget the smile and the desire to learn in these children.

 

We also did some administrative tasks and we evacuated the clay didn’t used for the library during the last days of the mission and now it’s definitely the end. This mission brought us a lot in our perception of the world around us and also enables us to improve our management of a group project in an unknown country. We are proud but mainly grateful to all the people who have supported the project. Without you, all this can’t be possible, and all this smiles and good deeds are thanks to you. Many thanks to you ! »

Maxime, Benjamin, Artur et  Vianney  association EDA BTP  August / October 2018

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Ronan, first steps in a humanitarian career

Ronan, first steps in a humanitarian career

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Ronan, first steps in a humanitarian career (May 2018 – January 2019)

“Happiness! Looking for a job in the associative world, I decided to go through the civic service box to densify my CV.

Loving travel, change of scenery and contact with children, I was immediately won over by Peri Naua’s project in the township of Otjiwarongo. Having lived in Namibia for eight months was a huge breath of fresh air for me.

Far from the hellish pace of France, I was able to take a step back on myself and return to a simpler and healthier lifestyle. Life in the township has proven to be very pleasant, very musical, and lively.

I have only met good people, colourful characters, whether Namibians or foreigners.

Peri Naua was a formative experience from every point of view and reinforced my desire to carry out development projects for disadvantaged populations. But the best part about this adventure was the possibility of spending a lot of time with the children. Whether it was kindergarten toddlers with whom I spent an hour a day, playing with them, while trying to instil in them some values ​​(living together, respect for equipment, hygiene …) They were so playful and full of life and never tired of posing so that I could take pictures of them… Or even the older ones at the library, with whom the exchanges were even more enriching, the sharing stronger. I will miss a lot of them, and I would be curious about what will happen to them in the future … If I could have extended my stay here, I would have been happy to do so. Finally, how to talk about Peri Naua without mentioning Monique! A huge thank you to her for the colossal work she has been carrying out on site for years!”

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Thomas, a volunteer on every front

Thomas, a volunteer on every front

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Thomas, a volunteer on every front (8 months in 2017 – 2018)

A sense of purpose was a key element I was missing in my personal development.

In the end, mission accomplished, I found with Peri Naua everything I was looking for and more. By working for others, I have understood many things, especially that altruistic work is the best, it’s a real virtuous circle.

With Peri Naua you work with and for the township community, and whether it’s your colleagues, children or families, as you work you gain their respect, their appreciation, their friendship, and all these kind feelings are a real pittance for the soul.

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As all the persons in the organization are volunteers, they may not reply immediately, due professional reasons. However, we guarantee an answer to each and every mail. Peri Naua’s Team