About Us

TLC Barefoot School

TLC is a Christian school, located in the Delmas 75, Ouest neighborhood of Port Au Prince, Haiti. The children salute the Haitian flag, sing the Haitian national anthem, and begin each school day with a devotion and prayer. In addition, the children have Bible classes separated by age level, and the students have a memory verse in all subjects. Christianity is included throughout the curriculum, and the children are presented with the plan of salvation. Most of the songs used in the school are Christian songs and hymns, and the children are disciplined based on Christian principles. The children say or sing grace before meals, and many of the students attend Haitian churches. Some have even been baptized. In addition, the school provides opportunities for the family to get involved, by inviting families to attend special occasions. Normally, a group from the US comes to do Vacation Bible School during Spring Break. Others come do work projects like building, tiling, and plumbing, help in the library, provide teacher, tutoring and Bible lessons.

Schooling at TLC Barefoot School

There are some places that try to get Haitian children adopted into US families. While this may be a good approach for some children, for others, a different option could be best for them. The philosophy of TLC is to educate students so they can stay in Haiti and grow to become upstanding, contributing citizens of the country, also to the Christian community.

Many of our students come from large families and have many siblings. It is our policy to accept no more than two children from one family, with the idea to spread the limited resources and schooling over a broader base. When one or two of the children in a family receive education, they typically share their education and go on to teach other family members, including the parents.

TLC serves around 80 children per year. TLC follows general US standards and has 185 days of school each year. Children are taught in the English, Creole, French and Spanish languages. This allows students to learn from English-based texts, with much of the curriculum based on English language materials. In addition, our teachers and principal have received certification through the Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E) staff training. They bring a variety of educational backgrounds to the classroom.

Parents come to school each grading period for parent-teacher conferences for progress reports. Parents are required to sign the report card. Often, the child has taught the parent to write their name. Many of the students are the first generation to receive any sort of education, and the children are able to share their learning experiences with their family members. It might help you to realize that most if not all of the TLC children do not have electricity, running water or much furniture in their homes. It is amazing to see the bright, shining faces of the children as they come to school each morning - clean, well dressed and very eager to learn.

Mission
TLC Barefoot School is a Christ-centered educational institution (or “school”) founded on the commitment to empower students academically, spiritually, and socially. By providing biblically based instruction that nurtures each child’s God-given talents, TLC instills values of love, service and stewardship to develop compassionate leaders who positively impact their communities, their country and beyond.
Vision
TLC Barefoot School will be a beacon of hope and transformation in Haiti. We will create a thriving community where our students receive a quality education rooted in Christ-like values. Equipped with academic knowledge, critical thinking skills, spiritual development, and a deep sense of purpose, our graduates will go on to lead Haiti to a brighter future.

Core Values

Christ-Centered Education

We integrate Christ-like principles into all aspects of learning to encourage spiritual maturity and a deeper connection with God.

Compassion and Love

We cultivate a culture of compassion and love, treating every student, staff member, and community member with kindness, respect, and empathy, attempting to reflect Christ's love in all our interactions.

Academic Excellence

We strive for academic excellence, equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Servant Leadership

We model humble service to others to instill our students with a spirit of giving and selflessness just like Jesus.

Empowerment

We empower students to discover and develop their God-given talents and abilities, enabling them to reach their full potential and pursue their dreams with boldness.

Character and Integrity

We emphasize the importance of strong moral character and integrity, teaching students to make ethical decisions and live their lives with honesty, humility, and integrity.

Community Engagement

We actively engage with our local and global communities, seeking to make a positive impact through partnerships, outreach programs, and initiatives that address the needs of those who need the love of Christ.

Continuos Improvement

We pursue continuous improvement, seeking creative ways to enhance our educational programs, funding, facilities, and services to better serve our students and community.

Stewardship

We manage our financial, human, and environmental resources responsibly, using them wisely and sustainably to support our mission and vision.