Who We Are

Our History

Started in 2006, by a small group of six people led by Father Richard J. Quinn, Maryknoll Missionary (MM) who lived in Kenya for 46 years.Learn More

Our Goal

Stadi za Maisha Educational Trust is dedicated to the well-being of children and youth education in Kenya.

Our Legal Status

The Trust is registered under the provisions of the Trust Perpetual Succession ACT (Cap 164 Laws of Kenya).

Empowering Learning Through Innovation

At Stadi za Maisha Educational Trust, we are transforming education by integrating technology-driven assessments, digital learning solutions, and capacity-building programs to empower institutions, educators, and learners.

Our Focus Areas:
Digital Assessments – Streamlining evaluations for accuracy & efficiency
Skills Development – Upskilling learners & educators for future-ready careers
Institutional Partnerships – Strengthening education through strategic collaborations

Our Vision: A world where technology enhances learning, making education more accessible, inclusive, and impactful.

Fr. Richard Quinn Early Childhood Learning Center

Why Us?


The Core Mission of the Trust is to advocate poverty alleviation through education, social and health issues that contribute to the sustainable development of the poor and marginalized without caste, creed, or color.


Working together to promote the development of young people’s well-being for a better world.


Research, Design & Production of Multimedia Educational Materials, Advocacy, Capacity building, Designing and Development of Gifted and Talented Programs, and Inclusive Education in the Early Years of Learning


To work under the principles of integrity, honesty, and accountability to our clients, to reach out and respond to cross–cutting issues affecting children and young adults in Kenya.

What We Do

Online Assessment Software (Stadinet.link)

Stadinet.link is an advanced online assessment platform designed to provide efficient, transparent, and competency-based evaluations for learners and professionals. It features digital portfolio assessments, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) evaluations, and secure data storage, integrating seamlessly with national and institutional accreditation systems. With customizable reporting and analytics, the platform enhances accessibility for both remote and in-person assessments while improving the credibility and fairness of evaluations. TVET institutions, universities, professional training bodies, and employers can leverage Stadinet.co to streamline assessments and support workforce development.Learn More

Digital Literacy & LMS Development

Our digital literacy initiative empowers students, teachers, and institutions with essential digital skills for modern education . Key components include Learning Management System (LMS) development to create interactive e-learning platforms, digital training for educators to enhance teaching methodologies, and student digital literacy programs. This initiative expands access to quality education, bridges the digital divide in underserved communities, and prepares learners for a tech-driven future.

Public School Website Development Initiative

We aim to bridge the digital divide by providing free website development for public schools to enhance communication, transparency, and access to digital resources.

What We Offer:

Custom School Websites

Content Management Training

Integration with Digital Learning

Impact:

Enabling schools to share updates, events, and resources with the public

Enhancing digital engagement between schools, parents, and students

Supporting the Ministry of Education’s digital transformation goals

How We Do It …

We deliver our programs by involving the Government, Non – governmental organizations, and local communities both religious and non-religious structures where appropriate, in a transparent and cooperative manner that emphasizes collaboration rather than instruction. Our commitment is “Working Together to Promote the Development of Young People’s Wellbeing for a Better World”.

To fulfill our Vision and Mission, SZMET organizes its work under six broad components:

  • Developing high-quality innovative programs to fulfill the educational needs of all learners in the communities where we work
  • Advocating and promoting better policies in the area of education
  • Developing relationships and networking with local/international stakeholders as well as donors and other NGOs working in the field
  • Promotion of programs ownership in the communities
  • Building and sustained organization that is open, free fair, transparent, and accountable
  • Dissemination of programs reports widely among the key stakeholders.

Our Collaborates

Stadi za Maisha Trust collaborates with both local and international higher learning institutions and non-profit groups to champion its initiatives.
We don’t walk alone below are some of the organizations we walk with:

 

Our Team

Our dedicated team, driven by passion and expertise, works tirelessly to advance our mission and make a lasting impact.

Dr. Anne Holiishead

Dr. Anne Holiishead

Acting Chairman of Board of Trustees
Dr. Rachel W. Kamau Kangethe

Dr. Rachel W. Kamau Kangethe

Member of Trustees
Mr. Edward Mokua

Mr. Edward Mokua

Program Manager/ Member of Trustees
Ms’ Alice Keya

Ms’ Alice Keya

Member of Trustees
Prof Kisilu Kombo

Prof Kisilu Kombo

Advisory Board Chairman
Prof Jie-Qi Chen

Prof Jie-Qi Chen

Advisory Board Member