Education opens doors to a brighter future
Supporting learning opportunities for children and young people in Myanmar through educational resources and practical support for local schools and orphanages.
About the Charity
TeacherSimon.org represents an independent educational charity initiative supporting children and teachers in Myanmar, particularly in orphanages and monastic schools. Its work focuses on making useful learning materials available to students who may have limited access to educational resources.
The aim is to help young learners build confidence and develop the knowledge and skills they need for the future. Educational resources have included materials for English, Mathematics and Science, with support intended for students regardless of their background or circumstances.
The Founder – Simon Luttrell
Simon Luttrell is a British educator with a previous career as a Space & Satellite Engineer and Scientist, and developer of mobile phone AI applications and software. He has lived and worked in Myanmar since 2012, teaching English and Science at several schools in Yangon, Naypyitaw, Mandalay and Pyin Oo Lwin.
Alongside classroom teaching, Simon has taught thousands of lessons 'online' to students in China, Russia, Australia and various other countries, with a 5-star rating by parents.
Throughout his time in Myanmar, he has created and donated educational resources to many orphanages - in Yangon, Naypyitaw, Mandalay, Pyin Oo Lwin, Taunggyi and Inle Lake. TeacherSimon.org brings together this commitment to education and his work supporting disadvantaged students in Myanmar.
Saya School – Learning Without Limits
One of the educational initiatives associated with TeacherSimon.org is Saya School, a collection of free learning and revision resources designed for students in Myanmar.
Free learning resources – online and offline
Saya School provides downloadable mini-lessons and learning activities for students. Once a lesson has been downloaded, students can use it without needing a continuing internet connection. No app-store download, login or subscription is required.
Visit Saya SchoolSupported Orphanages
These photographs show some of the orphanages, monastery schools and children's homes directly supported by Teacher Simon, including providing learning resources to help students study English, Mathematics and Science.
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