Based on enrolment data, about 72 million children of primary school age in the developing world were not in school in 2005; 57% were girls. These figures are regarded as optimistic.

Nearly one billion people entered the 21st century unable read a book or sign their names.

Less than 1% of what the world spent every year on weapons was needed to put every child in school by the year 2000 - and yet it did not happen.

ChildAid gives children in developing countries an education designed to equip them for life as independent adults, with a solid Christian emphasis.

What you can expect.

By sponsoring a child in our ChildAid scheme for £18 per month, you can expect that the child you support will receive the best quality eduation in a Christian environment.

You will receive a photograph and biography of your child, together with background information regarding our ministry partner.

You will also receive up to three letters a year from the child and reports from our ministry partner's wider activities twice a year.

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