18 Months later: How the trees at our Nomadic Montessori schools have grown!

Tintil Montessori School with the Mathews Range as a backdrop. Photo by Simon Pocock.

We are proud that our Nomadic Education Program integrates environmental education, teaching young Samburu students about the importance of trees – not only for people, but also for wildlife, the climate, and the surrounding environment!

Last May, our Eco Rangers planted 100 trees across three locations in Namunyak Community Conservancy – our Montessori schools, the Rangers’ base, and Reteti Elephant Sanctuary. Nearly half of these trees were dedicated to regreening the grounds of three of our Montessori schools. We are thrilled to report that despite the tough conditions in Northern Kenya, these trees are thriving!

Our primary goal was to restore shade to key areas like school and ranger bases after the drought severely damaged many existing trees. These trees offer shelter from the hot African sun during the children’s playtime, and create a more serene environment for learning.

We are proud that our nomadic education program integrates environmental education, teaching young Samburu students about the importance of trees – not only for people, but also for wildlife, the climate, and the surrounding environment!

Scroll through the images below to see how the trees have grown!

TINTIL MONTESSORI SCHOOL