Support CHILDREN’S EDUCATION
Access to education in Liberia remains a significant challenge—particularly in rural and underserved communities. According to UNICEF, Liberia has one of the world’s highest rates of out-of-school children:
-
31% of primary-age children are not enrolled in school
-
27.6% of adolescents of lower secondary school age are not attending school
-
48.3% adult literacy rate (ages 15+)
-
34% adult literacy rate in rural areas
Primary school completion rates are also low, with only 54% of children finishing primary school. Specifically, 10% of boys and 11% of girls complete primary school at this level.
​​
Our Approach:
​
To address this crisis, Learning Squared Liberia has developed a community-based, grassroots model that works in partnership with schools and families to:
-
Improve access to quality, affordable education
-
Empower communities, especially women, to generate income that supports children’s education
-
Break the cycle of poverty through learning opportunities
-
Improve overall quality of life for families and communities
Program Components:
Our education program includes:
-
Tuition Support – Covering full or partial tuition fees for students
-
Learning Materials – Donating school supplies, backpacks, and other essential resources
-
School & Community Support – Providing technical assistance to schools and community education initiatives
-
Teacher Development – Offering training and capacity building for both volunteer and professional teachers
Beneficiaries:
The program primarily serves low-income, at-risk children in some of Liberia’s most underserved areas. This direct support model ensures that children who might otherwise be excluded from education have the opportunity to attend school and receive a quality education.
​
By collaborating closely with communities and supporting volunteer teachers, Learning Squared Liberia is making the vision of universal education more achievable.
​
Impact (2016–2025):
-
6,000+ students supported across 16 schools in 7 counties.
-
2,500+ backpacks distributed
-
10,000+ educational materials provided
-
50 teachers trained and supported
​
Looking Ahead:
Today, Learning Squared Liberia continues to expand access to affordable, quality education across the country, giving more children the chance to learn, grow, and shape a better future.
