Groundbreaking for New Waramuri Secondary School

Minister of Education Breaks Ground for New Waramuri Secondary School The community of Waramuri celebrated a significant milestone today as the Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, officiated the sod turning ceremony for the construction of the highly anticipated Waramuri Secondary School.

The event marks the beginning of a new chapter in the educational journey of the region, promising enhanced learning opportunities and facilities for local students.

Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Manickchand emphasized the government’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure and ensuring quality education for all.

“Two weeks ago, I told you I would be back, and I told you that because we were gonna be building a secondary school here. So that is why we’re here today - to turn the sod with the contractor who is here to build the secondary school, here in Waramuri, so that you can stay and get a sound, solid secondary education. Not from your primary top-- but from a secondary school with labs and all the other things you need in a secondary school,” stated the Minister.

The contract for constructing the school was awarded to Trevon David Construction following a competitive bidding process as outlined in the Public Procurement Act.

The new Waramuri Secondary School is designed to accommodate up to 350 students and will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, science laboratories, a library, and sports facilities. The project aims to create an environment conducive to academic excellence and holistic development.

Local community leaders, regional officials, educators, and students gathered at the site to witness the groundbreaking event, expressing their excitement and support for the project.

The construction of Waramuri Secondary School is part of a broader initiative by the Ministry of Education to enhance educational infrastructure across the country. This ambitious project underscores the government's commitment to fostering educational development and supporting the academic aspirations of its youth.

The project is expected to be completed by March 2025, with the first intake of 350 students anticipated for the 2025/2026 academic year. The Waramuri Secondary School is one of five schools being constructed in Region 1. The others are North West, Kwebanna, Matthew’s Ridge, and Horosoro.