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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.

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.

During the Sunday School at Nice View, each child received a small stone to paint in their own way. This stone serves as a personal reminder: whenever they feel it in their pocket, they are reminded that God is always with them—no matter what. Situation.

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Today, Mama’s Garden blessed us with a bountiful cucumber harvest!

Cheers to our unstoppable girls' football team for clinching the County Championship in an electrifying tournament held right here at Nice View Gratitude Academy, Msambweni! With fierce teamwork, skill, and determination, they have earned their spot at the Regional Level!

One of the students of the Nice View school made us beam with pride as she performed a powerful German poem at the Regional Music Festivals in Voi — and now she's headed to the Nationals!

Today, the Nice View family received a generous donation of sweet, juicy oranges — and guess what? We’re turning them into freshly squeezed juice for our amazing children!

Unleashing Creativity – One Masterpiece at a Time!

The spirit of innovation and fun was alive at Nice View Gratitude Academy as our brilliant Grade Five learners lit up the day with their Art and Sports Project showcase!

30. June 2025: Today, our preschool children took part in the Regional Kenya Music Festival held at Kenyatta High School in Mwatate. Accompanied by their dedicated teachers and supportive parents, the young performers proudly presented the poem "My Pretty Pet".

Nice View Gratitude Academy made an outstanding appearance at the recent Subcounty Music Festivals, leaving audiences enthralled and adjudicators impressed with a vibrant lineup of culturally rich and artistically polished performances.

Grade 8 students at Nice View Gratitude Academy recently showcased their practical skills by preparing a traditional meal of ugali and fish as part of their agriculture project. The activity aimed to help learners understand the connection between food production and nutrition, emphasizing the importance of agriculture in daily life.

Students at Nice View School had a fantastic time engaging in outdoor education activities this week. Preschoolers enjoyed a fun-filled day in the field, exploring nature and playing games. Meanwhile, older students actively discussed and presented their projects outdoors, combining learning with the fresh air. It was a wonderful opportunity for all grades to connect with nature while enhancing their learning experiences.

Today, 1st of June, Kenya marked Madaraka Day, a national holiday commemorating the country's first step to self-rule on June 1st, 1963. This day celebrates the moment Kenyans took charge of their own government after years of colonial rule—an important milestone on the road to full independence.

Laughter fills the air as our little stars enjoy their break—some dancing to fun tunes, others lost in imaginative play with toys, and a few soaring with joy on swings and slides. Every moment is a new adventure!

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Edi Dürr

May 1956 - April 2024

Of course, 25 years of Nice View Children's Village had to be celebrated appropriately, with a variety of performances, speeches, and the recognition of long-serving employees.

We are pleased to report that a new ultrasound machine was purchased and put into operation on February 6th.

At the end of 2024, a two-year-old boy came to Nice View via the Youth Welfare Office...

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Nice View has been creating future prospects in their home country for over 25 years – South Coast of Kenya – Help us –

After the founding of the non-profit organization Project Schwarz-Weiß e.V. in 1997 and the completion of the first children's home with sanitary facilities and a kitchen, the first eight children were admitted on March 13, 2000, despite all adversities and thanks to Gudrun Dürr's determination and determination, as well as the support of her entire family.