The Restoration Educational Centre was founded in 2000 by Bishop Dr. Paul Mbithi and Reverend Grace Mbithi. It began as a nursery school for a small group of children, including street children. Over the years, the center has grown into a thriving primary school, providing low-cost, quality education to children in Kibera. Despite setbacks, including fires in 2011 and 2019 that destroyed much of the infrastructure, the center remains committed to offering quality education and supporting vulnerable children.
Our Goals and Objectives
- Provide Safe, Quality Education: To ensure children from Kibera have access to quality nursery and primary education.
- Nutritional Support: To provide adequate nutrition for students to support their physical and academic
- Skills Development: To equip students with skills that prepare them for the labor force and lifelong self-reliance.
- Holistic Child Development: To nurture well-rounded children who grow academically, socially, and
- Support for Vulnerable Children: To help children from difficult backgrounds overcome challenges and realize their
Beneficiaries & Testimonials
Restoration Educational Centre’s impact is best illustrated through the success stories of its alumni:
Eddy Smith Otieno: “My name is Eddy Smith Otieno, and I am a 21-year-old Law student at the University of Nairobi. I owe everything to the staff at REC, especially Bishop Paul and Grace Mbithi. Their guidance and support have shaped me into the person I am today.”
Julius Munywoki: “I am Julius Munywoki, a 22-year-old student at Kenyatta University, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Special Needs Education. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I received from Thank you, Bishop Paul and Rev. Grace, for helping me become who I am.”
Lucia Syombua: “I am Lucia Syombua, a 25-year-old Medical Social Work student at the Kenya Medical Training College. I am forever grateful for the wisdom, knowledge, and values I learned at Thank you for everything.”
How You Can Help
Restoration Educational Centre relies heavily on the support of donors, well-wishers, and institutions that share our vision. We invite you to contribute to our ongoing work, either through financial donations or by supporting specific needs. Below are some ways you can help: