Feeding Programme
Ensuring proper nutrition for children in our daycare centers and community programs.
Programme Overview
Proper nutrition is fundamental to child development and learning. Our feeding programme ensures that children in our daycare centers receive nutritious, balanced meals that support their growth, cognitive development, and overall well-being. It is integrated into our daycare services at Gikomba and Mwariro market centers to address malnutrition and establish good eating habits from an early age.
What We Provide
Nutritious breakfast, balanced lunch, and healthy snacks with age-appropriate portions and textures.
Caregiver training on child nutrition, meal planning, and information on local, affordable foods, plus growth monitoring.
Accommodations for food allergies, support for malnourished children, and culturally appropriate meal options in consultation with healthcare providers.
Nutrition workshops, community gardens, partnerships with local food suppliers, and advocacy for food policy improvements.
Nutritional Standards
Our meals are designed to meet the nutritional needs of growing children, following guidelines from the Kenya Ministry of Health and international best practices for early childhood nutrition.
Beans, eggs, fish, chicken, and dairy products for growth and development.
Ugali, rice, sweet potatoes, and whole grains for energy.
Fresh fruits and vegetables for immune system and overall health.
Impact on Child Development
Proper nutrition during early childhood is crucial for brain development, physical growth, and learning capacity. Our feeding programme has shown positive impacts on children's health, school readiness, and overall development outcomes.
Programme Benefits
- Improved nutritional status and reduced malnutrition
- Better cognitive development and learning outcomes
- Reduced illness and improved immune function
- Establishment of healthy eating habits
- Support for working mothers through reliable childcare
- Community education on nutrition and food security
Support Our Feeding Programme
Help us ensure that every child in our care receives the nutrition they need to grow, learn, and thrive.