Kiluvya Nursery and Training Center
Tanzania
School Facts
Year Opened : 2022
Capacity : 200 women and 160 preschool children
Sisters onsite : 3
Teachers onsite : 10
Empowering Women and Children at Kiluvya Nursery and Training Center in Tanzania
In 2022, the Sisters of Mary opened the Kiluvya Nursery and Training Center in Tanzania. This multi-purpose facility offers free Montessori-style early childhood care for children and certified vocational training for disadvantaged young women who have dropped out of education.
Without access to education, these women face limited opportunities for stable jobs or income. At the Kiluvya Training Center, they receive hands-on training in sewing and tailoring, baking and pastry making, and electrical and solar panel installation. Business skills training is also included to prepare them for starting and managing small businesses after graduation.
Kiluvya Nursery and Training Center: Supporting Young Mothers and Children Through Free Childcare in Tanzania
Poor families in Tanzania lack a safe space for their young children to be cared for while they work. For young mothers, free daytime care is an invaluable resource that allows them to work or pursue training. At the Kiluvya Nursery and Training Center, the Sisters and teachers meet the basic needs of young children—providing nutritious food, medical attention, and loving care in a secure environment.
This support not only protects children but also empowers their mothers. The training center transforms lives by giving young women access to vocational skills, self-confidence, and the opportunity to earn a decent living. With education and support, they gain real hope for a better future.
Through this support, graduates of the training center program leave with nationally recognized certificates, practical experience, and the skills needed to start their own small businesses or secure employment. As a result, they can support their families, contribute to their communities, and serve as role models for other young women.
A Future Filled with Hope
Every day at Kiluvya, outside Dar Es Salaam, is a step toward a better future. Women gain independence and children receive care and love. As a result, communities are strengthened by their success. With the continued support of generous donors, the Sisters of Mary remain dedicated to expanding their reach and lifting more lives out of poverty.
