Education Exchange
Strengthening communities and building brighter futures in rural Kenya.
Our Mission
Established in 2003, Education Exchange has helped communities in rural Kenya for over 20 years. Through our four projects, we provide essential support across multiple areas within the community including healthcare, childcare, education and sustainable development. By working closely with local businesses, churches and healthcare providers, we strive to create lasting change, empower individuals and build stronger, more resilient communities.
Our mission is to ensure that every person, regardless of their circumstances has access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
Our Core Values
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Trusting Local Leadership
We believe the most effective decisions come from those within the community. Our long-standing relationships with local leaders mean we trust their expertise to guide support where it’s needed most.
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Sustainable Impact
Our aim is to create long-term, meaningful change. We support this change through four core projects that create real opportunities in education, health, livelihoods, and the environment.
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Transparency and Accountability
We’re committed to openness at every stage. We know exactly how every pound donated is spent. With minimal administrative costs, we ensure funds go directly to where they're needed most.
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Community and Connection
We have built a trusted, respectful partnership between the UK and Kenya, united by a shared commitment to compassion, care, and practical support for those who need it most.
Our Projects
Our work focuses on four key projects that help communities to create lasting change. Through the Upper Planet Training Centres, we equip young people with IT skills to improve their job opportunities. At Grace Mwatate Children’s Home & Rescue Centre, we provide a safe, nurturing space for vulnerable children, ensuring they receive education and care. Our support at Mvono Clinic helps improve local healthcare, making essential treatments more accessible. Lastly, our Tiata Environmental Initiative program helps individuals start small businesses, providing the tools and training they need to achieve financial independence. Together, these initiatives help to build brighter, more secure futures for local people.
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Mvono Medical Clinic
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Mwatate Children's Home
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Taita Environmental Initiative (TEI)
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Upper Planet IT Training Centre
Location
Wundanyi is a town located in the Taita Hills of Taita Taveta County, southern Kenya, at an altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level. The area is known for its stunning landscapes, cooler climate, and thriving agricultural activities, with fertile soils supporting tea, coffee, and fruit farming. Mwatate is around 20 km from Wundanyi and is a lower-altitude, semi-arid region, meaning it has a hotter and drier climate. Mwatate struggles with water shortages and droughts which make farming here more difficult. Both areas face significant challenges, including poverty, limited access to quality healthcare, education, and infrastructure. These challenges make the work of community-driven organizations, like Education Exchange, crucial in providing support and creating opportunities for local development, helping improve the lives of residents and empowering them to build better futures.
Get to know
the team
At Education Exchange, our work is driven by a passionate and dedicated team committed to making a lasting impact in rural Kenya. Each member brings unique skills, experience, and a shared vision of empowering communities through education, healthcare, and sustainable development.
