Training the Next Generation Through Education

At YWAM Blantyre we believe education is a major priority and that God desires children to grow, learn, and become who He created them to be. Scripture reminds us to train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Parenting plays the biggest role in shaping children into men and women of God, but schools and educational institutions also have an important responsibility to support families and empower young people. We believe God is calling people from around the world to be part of this mission.

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Opportunities to Train in Education

Spend a Year in Malawi

Is God calling you to train in education? You can spend a year in Malawi completing:

• Discipleship Training School (DTS)
• Foundations in Education
• Practical educational outreach opportunities

This pathway provides both spiritual formation and hands-on experience working with children, schools, and communities.

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University of the Nations Schools

Discipleship Training School - Education Track

Within our DTS programmes we offer an education track.

If you believe God may be calling you to work with children, schools, or youth ministries, this track allows you to:

  • Grow in your relationship with God
  • Explore your calling in education
  • Gain practical ministry exposure

The education track is also the recommended pathway into the Foundations in Education second-level school.

Foundations in Education

After completing DTS, students can join the Foundations in Education (FIE) programme.

This three-month course:

• Provides a Biblical worldview of education
• Helps students understand God’s heart for children
• Explores principles of Christian education
• Prepares participants to serve in schools and youth ministries

Foundations in Education is also a required unit for students pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Education through the University of the Nations.

The programme is highly interactive and practical.

Foundations in Education Outreach

Students who complete Foundations in Education may participate in an outreach within two years of completing the course.

YWAM Blantyre regularly hosts FIE outreach teams who come to Malawi to serve in schools, communities, and youth programmes.

We would love to welcome you to the Warm Heart of Africa.

Christian Schools

Thanthwe 2 Christian Mission Public School

In 2018 we opened Thanthwe 2 Christian Primary School in Chiwaya Village, approximately 3.5 km from the YWAM base.

The school serves a community of more than 3000 people and currently has over 600 students enrolled.

This is a YWAM and Government partnership:

  • The school is built on YWAM land
  • The government provides teachers
  • YWAM supports the school through leadership, ministry programmes, and training initiatives

Through this partnership we aim to create an environment where students grow academically, spiritually, and socially.

YWAM 2 Seeds School

Another Christian school operates in a rural community 15 km in the hills surrounding Blantyre.

This school was pioneered by a team from YWAM 2 Seeds and continues to grow as a developing primary school.

Currently the school runs:

• Reception class
• Year 1

The vision is to expand gradually into a full primary school serving the surrounding rural communities.

Teacher Training Programmes

We run several professional development programmes for teachers to help them develop a Biblical worldview of education.

These programmes help educators see teaching as a vocation and calling. Work is worship.

Our initiatives include:

  • Educating for Life programmes
  • Leadership development for teachers
  • Literacy training
  • Educational leadership courses

By combining Biblical truth with practical teaching methods, we aim to see schools transformed into environments where young people encounter God and reach their full potential.

Digital Curriculum Development

We are currently developing a digital learning app that provides teachers and students with access to the Malawi national curriculum.

Many schools lack access to quality learning materials. This gap in education is a justice issue that deeply concerns us.

The platform will include:

  • The full Malawi curriculum
  • Content developed by Malawian teachers
  • Professional development resources for educators

If you have digital development skills, we would love your help.

Come and help facilitate learning across Malawi.

Teams and Practical Placements

Are you an outreach team interested in working with young people?
Are you a teacher needing a practical placement?

YWAM Blantyre welcomes individuals and teams who want to serve in education projects across the region.

Opportunities include:

  • Teaching support in schools
  • Educational outreach programmes
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Curriculum development initiatives

Be part of the story of seeing Malawi transformed through education.

Get Involved

The harvest is vast and ripe, but workers are needed.

Volunteer

Join outreach teams and serve the children during weekly programs.

Pray

Pray for the children, families, and leaders involved in this ministry.

Partner

Help support facilities, activities, and discipleship programs.