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Our little chefs baked fresh cookies with so much pride, our camp squad rocked their matching shirts, and everyone joined together outdoors for games and teamwork.

Children received essential first aid training , learning how to respond to common injuries and emergencies. The hands-on session boosted their confidence and equipped them with life-saving skills in a fun, engaging way.

Children gathered to remember the late Martin Musembi, each holding simple flowers picked from the garden. Their heartfelt gesture and quiet unity made the tribute warm, touching, and deeply meaningful.

Our In-Service Training Week kicked off on Monday and wrapped up today — an incredible journey of learning and growth!

Guided by our guest speaker, Ms. Eva, our teachers explored key topics like classroom management, discipline, handling difficult learners, and creative teaching methods.

It was a joyful and memorable day at Nice View Gratitude Academy and Junior School as learners from Pp2, Grade 3, Grade 6, and Grade 9 celebrated their graduation. The event was filled with color, smiles, and excitement as students, teachers, and parents gathered to mark this special milestone.

Our young chef is all smiles while preparing delicious cupcakes! With flour, focus, and fun, the kitchen turns into a place of creativity — where every mix brings us closer to a tasty treat fresh from the oven.

The tangerine trees in the shamba are flourishing, bearing an abundant crop under the bright skies. Their healthy growth reflects the care and dedication put into the farm, promising a fruitful harvest season ahead. The vibrant orchard stands as a symbol of hard work, patience, and the beauty of nature’s rewards.

Yesterday, our family came together for a joyful evening to celebrate all our October-born loved ones! The gathering was filled with laughter, love, and appreciation for each celebrant’s unique spirit. From heartfelt toasts to shared memories, the night reminded us how special it is to honor one another and the beautiful bond we share. Happy birthday once again to all our October stars!

A few years ago, a longtime family friend from Germany introduced the art of foot reflexology to our Nice View family. Our caregivers at the time were immediately enthusiastic and eager to learn this soothing technique. Since then, it has become a cherished part of our daily routine – even our older children practice it and help new team members get started.

For five of the Nice View children, this year was a big one. Final exams were coming up.

For two of them, Junior School (Grade 9), which they attended in Nice View, came to an end. Afterwards, they will either go to a Senior School (Grades 10-12) outside of Nice View or begin vocational training.

Dr. Jana Huttenlau and the MKK mit Herz team later visited us at the children's village.

The topic was:

Oral health, nutrition, and the importance of dental care, including cleaning with a toothbrush and toothpaste.

Dr. Jana Huttenlau (dentist) visited us this year with the team from the MKK mit Herz organization and with the support of Dentists for Africa.

All the Nice View children were examined and treated as needed. Our staff and other patients from Msambweni and the surrounding area were also treated. Fillings were done and teeth were cleaned. Some teeth also had to be extracted. The treatments took place at the Nice View Medical Center.

Learners from Nice View Gratitude Academy marked Mazingira Day with great enthusiasm by planting trees, collecting litter, and raising awareness on environmental care.

Due to climate change, the "makuti roofs" need to be replaced more and more frequently. Roof repairs were urgently needed, and with the support of RTL - Wir helfen Kindern (RTL - We Help Children) in the amount of €5,000, we started the renovation and conversion into a parents'/family home.

The learners of the Nice View Gratitude Academy rolled up their sleeves, filled the bags, and left the beach sparkling clean!

Since all students, teachers, and staff at the children's village receive lunch every day, 35 kg of rice is cooked on a wood-burning stove on school days when rice is on the menu.

Every Monday and Friday, the school day begins with an assembly. Since physical education is also on the schedule on these days, students wear sports clothes instead of school uniforms.

In the morning, the children gathered for a church Sunday school session. They creatively put together a 'wordless book' where they made a book with different colours and each colour represented something. It was so interesting.

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Today at Nice View, we enjoyed a beautiful and engaging art session where we painted the inside of coconut shells! The children absolutely loved it their excitement and creativity were shining -through every brushstroke.

Under the cool shade of the mango tree, our learners at Nice View Gratitude Academy dived into the exciting world of Kubb — a fun-filled Swedish game that had everyone cheering! With wooden batons flying and teammates plotting their next throw, the playground turned into a lively arena of strategy, teamwork, and laughter.

Our curious and enthusiastic daycare children took part in a fun-filled gardening activity where they watered the seedlings they had planted earlier. With bright eyes and tiny hands holding watering cans, they learned how to care for young plants and the importance of patience, responsibility, and teamwork.

We warmly congratulate the student, who had previously qualified for the national music festivals.

Today (July 30th) marked the last day of school, and we closed the term in true style! It was a day full of joy, pride, and celebration as we came together to honour the incredible achievements of the term.