Programme History
We have been working to improve the future for children in Albania since 2001, by developing
the quality and accessibility of education. Through our Cluster Schools project, (which ran
from 2001-2004) we have helped and supported everyone involved in education – pupils,
teachers, parents, school directors and local education directories. Schools, that are
located in close proximity, have been grouped in supportive networks or ‘clusters’. These
networks enable schools to share resources, and to spread knowledge about active learning,
children’s rights, inclusion of disabled children and social issues of concern to children.
In 70 schools in two districts of Albania, we have trained teachers in new teaching methods
and have trained other education officials on effective school management and organisation.
Children have set up student governments to make sure their opinions on their education are
heard. Through the schools’ networks, parents and local communities have been encouraged to
participate in school activities and their children’s education. In total, 11,000 children
have benefited from the project.
In 2004 Save the Children started a new education programme in partnership with the
Government that covered the whole of Albania.