The English School
The English School is in Beled-Weyne, Somalia. It was brought into existence as a practical step towards addressing the desperate need for good education in that war ravaged country. The School is locally governed and administered. It was delivering education conforming to the standards of the National Curriculum as used in England when its work was brought to an abrupt halt by the brutal murder of all four teachers on 14th April 2008. This was just a couple of weeks after construction of excellent purpose-built premises had been completed.
Daud Ali, founder and Head Teacher of the School, was one of the murder victims. Those who worked with him to advance the work during his lifetime have pledged themselves to do everything possible to build on the foundation he laid so that the vision he had will become a reality. This vision is to equip the community with cohorts of youngsters who have received a good education and acquired a thorough working knowledge of the English language since this is essential for individuals and communities who wish to become integrated into the global economy and to enjoy all the benefits which such integration brings.