Early Childhood Development

To lay a strong foundation for lifelong physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being, preparing children for success in school and later in life.

Target Reach
  • Established and equipped 140 community- and school-based ECDE centers.
  • Renovated 80+ child-friendly classrooms and trained 175 educators in early primary pedagogical skills.
  • Improved WASH access in 100+ pre-schools through the construction and maintenance of 120 improved pit latrines and 30 water points, benefiting 48,940 children aged 4–6.
  • Established 10 Child Play Hubs across ten communities, providing safe and stimulating learning environments for 2,000+ children.
  • Designed, produced, and distributed locally sourced pedagogical materials, including indoor and outdoor play equipment, teaching aids, and child-friendly furniture (tables, chairs, desks, and blackboards).
Approach

We implement community- and school-based ECDE centers that provide holistic early learning experiences. Our approach includes age-appropriate education, play-based learning, life skills development, and active engagement with parents and caregivers.

Target Beneficiaries

Children aged 3–6 years, especially those from underserved communities.

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Key Activities
  • Age-appropriate early learning programs
  • Establishment of community and school-based centers with facilities
  • Nutrition and health support
  • Parental engagement and capacity building
  • Pre-school teacher training and mentoring
  • Awareness raising about the environment through practical engagement
  • Advocacy and lobbying for accessible and affordable facilities

Contact Detail

Bole subcity, Woreda 3, Keble 03/05, Addis Ababa

Tel   +251 116 639776/78

e-mail: esdethio@gmail.com /    esdeth@gmail.com 

Website: www.esdethio.org 

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