Your support is giving hope and education to children in Timor-Leste.
In Timor-Leste, many children face extreme poverty, limited access to education, and a lack of opportunities for a better life. Shallom School is changing that. We provide free education, nutritious meals, basic healthcare, and emotional support — giving children the tools to dream and achieve a brighter future.
From early literacy to essential life skills, we prepare children for a lifetime of opportunities.
Daily meals and basic healthcare ensure our students can learn and grow in good health.
A place where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged.
From war-torn beginnings to a future of hope through education.
Shallom School (originally Centro de Ensino e Treinamento Lorosae) was founded on March 20, 2000, by the Brazilian NGO Junta Administrativa de Missões (JAMI). In the aftermath of Timor-Leste’s struggle for independence and years of conflict, JAMI arrived with a vision: to restore hope and rebuild lives through education.
In its early days, the school began as a small preschool with just a handful of students and volunteer teachers, working with limited resources but with abundant faith and determination. The mission was simple yet powerful — to provide children with access to basic courses in Portuguese, English, computer skills, and cooking, while offering early childhood, primary, and junior secondary education, all grounded in Christian values and taught in Portuguese.
Over time, the school grew in structure and recognition. It is now officially accredited by the Ministry of Education and Culture and the Ministry of Justice of Timor-Leste. Today, Shallom School provides education from preschool through 9th grade, nurturing not only knowledge but also character, faith, and opportunities for a brighter future.
Who we are
Shallom School is a Christ-centred learning school committed to educating the whole child—heart, mind, character, and purpose. We believe every child is uniquely created by God, filled with potential, and worthy of an environment where they are known, loved, respected, and encouraged to flourish.
Through quality education, Christian values, strong relationships, and a culture of excellence, we equip our students to think wisely, live with integrity, grow in confidence, and use their gifts to positively influence the world around them. True to our name, Shallom, we seek to cultivate peace, wholeness, belonging, and purpose in everything we do.
We learn. We love. We respect. We serve.
Our vision
Our vision is to educate our students with the love of God, developing critical and creative thinking, good character, Christian values, and a teachable heart to learn, love, respect, and serve.
Our mission
Our mission is to provide a quality education that develops conscientious, responsible citizens who are prepared for the challenges of life.
Our values
We put God at the centre of all we do and encourage every child to discover their God-given purpose.
We treat every person with compassion, kindness, and dignity.
We encourage students to give their best, pursue knowledge, and develop their gifts.
We honour ourselves, others, our community, and the world God has given us.
We develop strong character, honesty, responsibility, and the courage to do what is right.
We teach students not only what to think, but how to think critically, creatively, and wisely.
We use our gifts and knowledge to serve others and make a positive difference.
We cultivate peace, wholeness, healthy relationships, and an environment where every child can flourish.
Every contribution helps us reach more children with education, health, and hope.
Empowering children through learning and skills for life.
Keeping our students healthy and ready to learn.
Providing assistance to children and families in crisis.
Our dedicated teachers, volunteers, and supporters are the heartbeat of Shallom School. With passion and compassion, they work tirelessly to give every child the opportunity to thrive.
Arts and Culture
Citizenship, 7-9th Grade
History and Geography (Coordinator)
Social Sciences and Natural Sciences
Religion, 3th Grade and Preschool (Coordinator)
Portuguese Language
Religion, 2th Grade and Preschool
Tetun Language, 2th Grade
Portuguese Language, 3th Grade
English, 3th Grade
Economy, 3th Grade
Sport, 3th Grade
Mathematics, 3th Grade
Arts, 3th Grade
Sports and Health Hygiene, 1th Grade
Tetun Language, 3th Grade
Physics, 3th Grade
Biology, 3th Grade
General Matters, 2th Grade
General Matters, 1th Grade
General Matter, 4th Grade
Sport, 2th Grade
General Matters, 3th Grade
General Matters, 2th Grade
English Language Assistant for Preschoolers
Preschool Assistant
General Preschool Subject Matter
Logistics
Religion, 1st and 4th grade
Preschool
Preschool
General Subject Matter, 2th Grade
HR Finance
Secretary
Administrative Manager
A single gift provides meals, school supplies, and hope for children in Timor-Leste.
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Your monthly gift ensures a child’s ongoing education, nutrition, and care.
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Your donation directly funds education, meals, healthcare, and hope for children in Timor-Leste. Together, we can break the cycle of poverty and build a brighter future.
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