Un Jour
Nouveau School
The Un Jour Nouveau School provides education for children ages 3-14 (Pre-K through 8th grade) and helps them to discover, develop and deploy their potential.
ABOUT UN JOUR NOUVEAU SCHOOL
Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Africa New Day has joined the fight by creating a school to educate a new generation with an empowering curriculum. Our goal is to mitigate the previous barriers to education exacerbated by wars, natural disasters, etc.
Students are taught the national education curriculum in addition to lessons in leadership, entrepreneurship, music and dance. These future leaders learn how to lead, love and serve confidently, as they are prepared to become the solutions to issues faced by their families, their communities and beyond.
SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION
Our school is Biblically based and teaches transformational leadership, self-confidence and human dignity. We believe in what the Bible says, “Teach a child in the way he should go and when he grows up, he shall not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6
We teach our students that God is at the center of every great achievement. Every week, we have weekly worship services for our different grades: Kindergarten, Elementary and High School. In those services, we share the Word of God and how we serve Him.
IMPACT
A new generation of men and women are developed with a high level of responsible leadership
Students understand that everyone is a gift from God to the world and get to discover their calling and serve others in their individual areas of strength
Students develop the ability to find opportunities and implement plans to improve their communities
Students gain a sense of love, service and compassion for others
Students establish a foundation of strong Biblical values to build and center themselves and their future families on
INFLUENCE
Launched in 2015 with 39 students
Current 2021-22 enrollment: 1,064
Maximum students per classroom is 35, with two teachers per class
Entering the final phase of construction which will add 12 more classrooms for the 2021-2022 academic year
In 2020-2021, our 6th graders (even after Covid lockdowns and volcanic eruption) finished #1 in North Kivu on their national exam
TESTIMONIALS
“After the volcanic eruption that occurred on May 22, 2021, we lost everything. Our parents also lost everything and food became more of a priority than money for school fees. We had lost all hope until Un Jour Nouveau came to visit us and pay our school fees after they heard about the way the eruption had negatively impacted us.
We had prayed for a long time but never expected another school to help us since they have as many needs as we do. We thought that our help was going to come from the government or international organizations.
To our surprise, a local school that is compassionate and loving visited us, comforted us and wiped away our tears. They came to the rescue of their brothers and sisters. We call ourselves highly favored.”
— Students from the Nziyi School
Bethel joined the Un Jour Nouveau school when she was unable to speak. This was abnormal at her age. She wasn’t able to think for herself and always repeated every question she was asked without giving answers. This frustrated her parents and they didn’t know what to do.
After she joined the school, she was assisted by our psychologist and she received special love and care from our teachers. Soon, change started happening. She started giving answers and doing her homework without any additional help.
"I am the happiest parent on planet earth. Thank you, Un Jour Nouveau. You are indeed dawning a new day in the lives of many," said Bethel’s Mother.
— Bethel’s Story
FREQUENTLY ASKED UN JOUR NOUVEAU QUESTIONS
Why is the UJN school only present in Goma yet their level of education is needed all over DR Congo? +
We are still building a solid foundation before expanding throughout the whole country.
How is the UJN School capable of combining the National Education Program and specific courses such as leadership and dance? +
We have revised our timetable and since the end of classes was pushed to 3 pm, it allowed us to cover both the National Education Program and teach our specific courses.
How do you ensure students that are struggling get needed attention? +
As opposed to most schools in the city, we limit the number of students in a classroom to 35 with two teachers per classroom. This allows us to give each student any needed attention. A psychologist also follows up with children to increase their efficiency in class.
Do you have an exchange network with other private schools? +
Yes, we do. There is an association of private schools in the area that meet regularly. This allows us to share experiences, knowledge and practical tools.