Home from Home

Happy Youth Day from Home from Home!

Youth Day reminds us of the power, courage, and voice of young people in South Africa.

Through our Transition Support Programme, we empower our youth with the skills and confidence they need to step into independent, hopeful futures.

Today, we celebrate their resilience and commit to walking alongside them every step of the way.

Too many children in South Africa are starting their school journey already at a disadvantage.

Recent findings show that 15% of Grade 3 learners can’t read a single word, and only about 30% of children in Grades 1–3 are reading at the level they should be. [ News24.com ]

At Home from Home, we’re doing everything we can to shift this reality for the children in our care.

Our Education Programme makes sure every child is in the right school, equipped with uniforms, stationery and safe transport.

Through our partnership with Surfpop, our children benefit from a structured after-school programme that runs five days a week.

They spend two afternoons surfing and swimming, building confidence, resilience and joy.

On the other three days, they join the education module, which includes homework support, Maths and English tutoring, My Reading Gym for improving reading skills, and weekly workshops focused on vocational skills, environmental awareness and life coaching.

All of this is supported by Surfpop’s nutrition module, which provides daily nutritious meals and nutrition education — a vital foundation for learning.

These opportunities help children feel capable, motivated and proud of themselves again.

With the right care, consistency, and community behind them, children can become healthy and well-adjusted adults who contribute positively to society.