Children

Children

Children Photo Credit: Donna LuptonAccra is a wonderful place for families with children. Ghanaians love children and welcome them with warmth and friendliness everywhere. Safety and security are better than in many cities around the world.

This section was created for parents with children in Accra to make life easier for shopping as well as entertaining the little ones. The best source for this information is, as always, other parents but NoWorries is here to start you off.

 

There is a good selection of international schools in Accra, but sometimes the top schools have waiting lists. Therefore it is best to contact schools well in advance of the child's desired admission date. (See Education section).

All the hair salons listed under Services category under Barber or Beauty Salons provide haircuts for children. Most handle walk-ins, but appointments are sometimes appreciated. Kidz Cottage is a fun kids hair salon. Some other children-friendly salons are Al Ronny's, Janet's Beauty Salon, New World Haircuts and the Shangri La Hotel Salon. (See Services for details).

For a list of paediatricians, dentists and other specialists see Health Section.

After school activities are very popular from ballet, swimming, soccer to tae kwon do.

During the summer months, programs can often be found organized through the various international schools in Accra.

Many of the lessons and classes listed here are either strictly for kids and/or are very children-friendly.

Please note though, if you can’t find specific activities for your children, organize it yourself; people will be very responsive.

A website for parents on planning a Day Out or finding activities for kids to do.