Support Services
Children need support both inside and outside the classroom to truly achieve
Our support services programme has been a key part of our success. Our support is tailored to each student’s unique needs, ranging from exam coaching to home visits. These efforts are crucial to ensure that every student receives the comprehensive support they need to thrive.
‘WHEN I NEEDED SOMEONE TO TALK TO, CHILDREN'S HOPE WAS THERE TO OFFER MUCH NEEDED ADVICE. I'VE MADE BETTER DECISIONS BECAUSE OF IT.’
Amena Begum - Single mother of three children
Our Initiatives
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PARTNERSHIP SCHEME
Our education programme is not only confined to academic institutions. We believe in a multi-disciplinary approach to development and that means working with other recognised organisations to enrich our students’ skills. For example, our partnership work with English Exchange gives our students access to a different method of learning.
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SPECIALIST COACHING
Sponsored students who have undertaken science subjects and have produced outstanding results are offered the support of our Special Scheme when they finish school. This includes receiving regular supervision and access to specialised coaching facilities designed for students intending to pursue professional courses such as medicine and engineering.
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REFERRAL SCHEME
The academic progress of each sponsored child is monitored by an allocated member of staff known as a ‘Referred Person’. They organise regular meetings to discuss students’ concerns and queries about their academic performances. These meetings are also useful to discuss socio-psychological issues affecting their studies.
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HOME VISITS
Sponsoring a child’s education involves close partnership between their families and Children’s Hope staff. Home visits help to develop bonds and help our staff to understand any concerns that a student or their family may have. All home visits are made unannounced to truthfully assess at-home living conditions and to ensure students are engaged in homework to support their studies.
Read about how our wide range of activities has created once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for children and families in Dhaka’s slums.