About Us

Every child deserves a strong foundation

Tanzania Early Childhood Education and Care (TECEC) is a national grassroots organization dedicated to addressing developmental delays in low-income families. We empower parents, caregivers, and preschool teachers with the tools and knowledge to provide well-rounded childcare, supporting children's holistic development in their formative years and unlocking their full potential.

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Our Story

A powerful vision

Joel Elphas founded our organization to address the alarming 53% of 2-5 year-olds from low-income families facing developmental delays. We began with a simple yet profound belief: every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, deserves the support and resources needed to thrive in their formative years.

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THE MODEL

Prevent and address the problem of Developmental delays

Our approach is centered on the five pillars of nurturing care: good health, nutrition, responsive caregiving, early learning, and safety. By integrating these essential elements, we proactively prevent and address developmental delays, empowering children to thrive and meet critical milestones during their early years.
In summary we:
1. Provide early childhood education and care
2. Empower parents and caregivers with education and resources
3. Support children with disabilities and promoting inclusivity
4. Train preschool teachers to create engaging, play-based lessons
5. Promote gender equality and climate change awareness
How we do it

We Focus on parents, caregivers, educators, and others involved in a child’s life, as they are key to supporting early development.

 We Care 

125+

ECE Teachers Trained

1500+

Parents and Caregiver trained

800+

Health check-up & Nutritious meals supported

10+

Play-Based Classes & Play Hub

Our Impact

Identifying letters of the Alphabet 75%
FIne motor skills 80%
Getting along with peers 85%
Children recognise and name numbers 1 to 10 80%
Children can complete tasks independantly 70%
CHildren demonstrate reduced aggressive behavior 95%
Testimonials

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