Structured literacy support for emerging readers.
Education programs in villages across Samoa.
Stories in Samoan and English.
Hands-on science and building workshops.
Financial support for early learning.
Saturday & Thursday reading programs.
Helping children thrive through literacy & learning
The Samoa Early Learning Foundation (SELF) is a registered charitable trust committed to helping children, families and communities thrive through literacy, education and lifelong learning.
For more than a decade, we have worked alongside schools, parents, government agencies and development partners to provide reading programmes, STEM education, community learning opportunities and educational resources that empower children to succeed.
Through programmes such as SuperKids Samoa, Reading for Success, bilingual book initiatives, LEGO STEAM learning and community outreach projects, we are helping build a brighter future for Samoa.
Structured literacy support for emerging readers through one-on-one and group sessions.
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Bringing education programs to villages across Samoa, reaching every child.
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Stories in Samoan and English to celebrate both languages and cultural identity.
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Hands-on science, technology, engineering and creative building workshops.
Learn more →Apply for a scholarship for children aged 8-10. Financial support for early literacy education in Samoa.
Every child is a genius. It is our responsibility as adults to help discover that genius, nurture it and create opportunities for every child to thrive.— Enid Westerlund, Founder
Our biggest event of the year celebrated literacy with book giveaways, storytelling sessions, and community performances.
Your donation helps provide books, learning materials, and programs for children across Samoa.