We are a top-rated educational institution, empowering people and advancing progress in a place of great poverty.
We are a progressive school dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through education, healthcare, nutrition, and social services. We have been working in Guatemala City since 1999.
Between languages and latitudes, between extreme poverty and extraordinary achievement, there is Safe Passage – serving the community surrounding the largest garbage dump in Central America.
Safe Passage is a Pre-K through 9th grade full-day school with a holistic approach that expands the definition of education. We provide half-day educational support for high school students, tutoring, adult education and educational enrichment. In addition, we provide nutrition, social services, and career guidance.
We mitigate underlying factors that contribute to poor educational outcomes by bringing hope, education, and opportunity to the children and families through a combination of innovative and evidence-based curriculum, health, and nutritional services.
HOPE. EDUCATION. OPPORTUNITY.
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Facts
Learn about Guatemala
1 out of every 3 residents has never been to school
Most adults have less than a fourth grade education
The average family of six lives on just $4 a day
Guatemalan public schools are only open for 4 hours each day
WHAT WE DO
We break the cycle of poverty through education
We provide holistic education programs focused on these key areas:
• Full-Day Education
• Educational Enrichment
• Health & Wellness
• Nutrition & Life Skills
• Adult Education and Social
Entrepreneurship
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