Renovation of Kindergarten and Nursery School in Kokwaado

Country:

Site: Kokwaado

Project
Timeline

April 2024

- September 2024

Primary sector

project cost

GH₵ 70,594

($5,042)

People impacted

120 Directly

1800 Indirectly

UN Sustainable Development goals

Project Overview

The renovation project for the nursery school in Kokwaado aimed to address critical issues affecting the safety, learning environment, and accessibility for young children. For years, the school operated in a dilapidated state with missing doors and windows, no electricity, insufficient seating, and a lack of security—allowing animals like goats and even snakes to disrupt learning sessions. Additionally, the absence of a fence allowed children to leave the school premises unsupervised, creating significant security concerns for both children and teachers.

With support from CorpsAfrica and the active participation of the local community, a comprehensive renovation plan was undertaken to improve conditions. This included installing doors, windows, and burglar-proof bars, painting the entire school, building a fence wall with a gate, providing additional seating, and connecting electricity to support both learning activities and digital literacy initiatives introduced by the Ghana Education Service (GES). A temporary library was also created to house donated books, while regular maintenance, such as weeding around the premises, ensured a safer environment. This initiative not only enhanced safety and learning conditions but also led to increased enrollment, as more parents felt comfortable sending their children to a secure and conducive learning environment.

Project Highlights

  • Enhanced Security and Safety: Constructed a perimeter fence, installed doors, windows, and locks to prevent animals and unauthorized individuals from entering, significantly improving security and reducing safety risks.

  • Improved Learning Environment: Provided electricity, ceiling fans, and lighting to improve classroom comfort, along with additional chairs to accommodate more students comfortably.

  • Created a Library and Resource Area: Transformed an unused office into a temporary library, securing new shelves and a padlocked door to store and protect donated books.

  • Community Involvement and Empowerment: Engaged teachers, elders, and community members in the planning, labor, and decision-making processes, fostering a sense of ownership and community cohesion.

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