ABOUT THUTO THEMBA
Thuto Themba is an innovative School Operating Partner established by a consortium of dynamic role players that are collaboratively seeking to make a real difference to the accessibility of quality education for more learners in South Africa.
The Thuto Themba team represents years of experience in the running of low-cost, quality schools, educational innovation, teacher training, and capacity development. In addition, we have secured a working partnership with ABESA, a body inside the Anglican church seeking solutions for underserved communities and their quest for quality education. Thuto Themba is an NPC, founded by a Consortium of Partners, whom collectively are committed to developing solutions together to improve the quality and accessibility of low-cost education in disadvantaged communities in Southern Africa.
OUR FOUNDERS
THUTO THEMBA FOUNDERS
Four partners (Thuto Trust, TEDA, Omega HR, and Alta Greeff) met to discuss proactively addressing the need for quality schooling in South African communities.
2022
September
Started with funding from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and DG Murray Trust
2023
Year Zero
Set up as School Operating Partner and Develop a new innovative school model for Primary School
2024
Funded by DG Murray Trust
Work in 25 ABESA Schools on quality and advocacy in the wider ABESA network of schools
Innovative Solutions for Education
We believe in using new ways of thinking and doing to improve our country’s education dilemma.
We believe in using new ways of thinking and doing to improve our country’s education dilemma.
WORKING IN CLOSE PARTNERSHIP WITH THE
Anglican Board of Education in Southern Africa
Anglican Board of Education in Southern Africa
Thuto Themba has accessed the footprint of the Anglican Church to ensure that we can be value-adding in a short time. We also intend to contribute to innovation in the education space of no-fee and low fee public schools on church land.
Our Schools
Cultivating Learning Communities
Cultivating Learning Communities
Our schools embody our commitment to providing quality education in under-resourced areas. Each institution will become a beacon of innovation and learning, dedicated to nurturing every learner.
Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Join us on a Journey of Educational Transformation
Join us on a Journey of Educational Transformation
We believe in partnerships and collaboration. If you share our vision of improving education accessibility and quality, we'd love to hear from you.
We Welcome Your Questions
Curious about Thuto Themba’s initiatives or how you can get involved? Find answers in our FAQ or reach out to us for more information.
Thuto Themba’s primary mission is to improve the quality and accessibility of education in under-resourced communities across Southern Africa. We aim to achieve this by innovating in governance, leadership, curriculum delivery, and school design.
We focus on developing cost-effective educational models by leveraging resources like land and buildings provided by the Anglican Church. Additionally, we implement efficient management structures that separate academic and non-academic functions to achieve financial sustainability.
Our funders, such as the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and DG Murray Trust, provide essential financial support that enables us to develop and implement innovative educational solutions. Their commitment and investment are crucial to our efforts in transforming education in underserved communities.
We welcome partnerships and collaborations with individuals and organizations that share our vision of improving education accessibility and quality. You can get involved by reaching out to us through our contact page to discuss potential collaboration opportunities.
Thuto Themba stands out due to its unique approach of integrating innovative governance, leadership, curriculum delivery, and school design to address the educational challenges in under-resourced communities. Our strong partnerships with bodies like ABESA and our commitment to creating sustainable and effective educational models further set us apart.
We are committed to transforming education and ensuring quality learning for all communities in Southern Africa.