WE ARE A HIGH-QUALITY PRIMARY SCHOOL IN KUMASI, GHANA
Tumi International School emphasizes on the holistic development of the child—physical, cognitive, emotional, and social. The curriculum is designed to nurture all aspects of a child’s growth and development, fostering independence, creativity, critical thinking, empathy, and a lifelong love of learning.
OUR GOAL
The Tumi International School is designed to create
opportunities for children to explore interests, develop
knowledge and gain meaningful skills. Our goal is to create
a safe, supportive and stimulating environment for young
children to express themselves, learn and grow.
About us
Tumi Ghana Foundation is a non-profit organization that has been working in Kumasi, Ghana for six years. Having successfully launched several women’s empowerment projects, we are now determined to make an even greater impact by launching a high-quality primary school.
OUR MISSION & VISION
Our Mission is to provide a safe and fun environment for children to learn, build confidence, and learn new skills.
Our vision is built on these 5 principles:
I feel valued and seen
I learn by doing in a rich environment
I understand my needs
I can do it, I am developing
We focus on a holistic approach
MEET US
Our Team
Our team is always expanding. Want to work with us? Click here for our job openings!
Milou Lommelen
Founder
Hi, I am Milou, and I have called Ghana home since 2017. When searching for a school for my daughter, I discovered there wasn’t an option that aligned with my belief in holistic education—nurturing the whole child. Contemplating homeschooling, I ultimately chose to establish a school to extend these benefits to more children, because I believe quality education should be available to all children!
Elle Custers
Headmistress
Hii! I am Elle, a qualified primary school teacher with a background in educational science. I have four years experience teaching in the Netherlands. I love teaching and wish for a good education for every child. For me, good education means creating a nurturing environment where kids can be creative, experience personal growth, and engage in play-based learning. I find great joy in working at Tumi International School because I get to use my creativity every day.
Jemima Asantewaa Boateng
Preschool teacher
Hi, I am Miss Jemima Asantewaa Boateng. I am a Pre-school teacher for Tumi international School. l am 34 years of age. I am a mother of three kids. I absolutely adore being around kids and find it much fun. l pursued my education at the University of Cape Coast, because teaching is my passion.
Mavis Boakye
Teacher KG2
I am Mavis Boakye, 24 years old, residing in Asafo and the youngest among my siblings. With a passion for children, I enjoy understanding their behaviours and acquiring new skills. After completing SHS, I began my career in preschool teaching, and since then, I have held various teaching positions. Working at Tumi International School is particularly fulfilling for me due to our interactive and play-based teaching approach.
Miss Patricia
Teacher class 1
Hello! I am miss Patricia, a teacher with four years degree in Accounting Education at the University of Education, Kumasi campus. I have many years of experience with children and I am proud to say “I have one of them with a masters degree in Agric. Engineering, KNUST”. I am passionate when it comes to children and love to see them explore in creativity. I find joy when I am with them.
Yvonne Asiamah
Teacher KG 1
I’m Yvonne Asiamah, 36 years of age. I completed university of Education, Winneba. I have 14 years teaching experience . I’m a kindergarten teacher for Tumi International School. Witnessing my students’ growth and knowing that I play a role in inspiring is what that brings me joy.
Mieke Hortulanus
Advisory Board Netherlands
Hi, I’m Mieke. I’m a primary school teacher in the Netherlands. Every year I come to Ghana for a few weeks, which feels like my 2nd home. I have 31 years of experience in education. For me, it is very important that a child is cognitively and socially emotionally nurtured and in balance in order to be a happy human being. I believe that every child should be allowed to be in her or his own way and learn in a way that suits her or him. I’m happy that I was able to contribute to the start of Tumi International School in Ghana and that I will remain involved in the development of the school from the Netherlands.