Like most children his age, Gerald loves nothing more than going to school to see his friends and playing football when he gets the opportunity. However due to his parents struggling to find work Gerald and his siblings aren't always guaranteed entry into the classroom if their fees aren't paid. Gerald's parents rely on casual...
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Joan, age 10
Until recently the family lived in such poor conditions that the children struggled to sleep and often asked neighbours to use they homes to rest. Joan and her five siblings live with both parents, their mother was relying on sporadic work in the area, which is not guaranteed daily. She spends most of her earnings...
Elvis, age 7
Due to the inconsistency attending school, Elvis previously had to repeat nursery to catch up with the syllabus as the teachers felt he had not developed enough to start primary education. He is currently in grade two at primary school and enjoys class. His family previously lived on the side of a road for 11...