Quality Basic Education
Jack Nakou (Iavanamita Primary School Chairman)
After being the chairman of the school for 14 years, Jack Nakou is not yet ready to retire. “There is still so much to do that I don’t think I should leave the school yet,” he said.
Yamei Johnson – ZCA – (Based at Loukatai Primary School)
She has dreams of continuing the Child Friendly School concept even if donor funding is withdrawn. That’s how committed Yamei Johnson is.
Belinda Yawak – Class 1 student in Loukatai Primary School
Belinda giggles playfully as she watches from behind a group of friends. She towers over those in her class and is not aware that she is one of the oldest. In Tanna, it is common for children to attend school at a later age.
Elizabeth Iouanaver – Loukatai Primary School Teacher
For the past 26 years Elizabeth has been working with children and continues to fervently do so today. “It was my father’s dream but then he passed away suddenly due to an accident so I carried on his dream,”.
Tafea Children - Living for Education
Going to school, especially in the early years of primary school, can be a scary affair. But if you enter a classroom, full of colour, books, activities, pictures and other children your age who seem to be enjoying themselves, you may be persuaded to stay
