In a significant move to enhance Guyana’s educational infrastructure, Minister of Education Priya Manickchand recently turned the sod for a major expansion project at St. Stanislaus College. The initiative, valued at $665 million, is part of the ‘Guyana Strengthening Human Capital Through Education’ project, funded by the World Bank.
The expansion will include the construction of two new buildings designed to improve the learning environment for students and teachers. The first building, costing $275,530,909, will feature a canteen, male and female washrooms, storage space, a library, and an elevator on the ground floor. The first floor will house three classrooms, additional washrooms, and ADA-compliant facilities for students with disabilities. The second floor will provide three more classrooms, a staff room, and additional washrooms.
The second building, valued at $389,767,296, will further enhance the college’s academic and technical offerings. It will include an allied arts room, a modern food and nutrition laboratory, an industrial technology classroom, and an elevator on the ground floor. The first floor will feature two additional classrooms, an IT room, male and female washrooms, and an electrical panel room. The second floor will house four more classrooms, a staff room, and separate washroom facilities for male and female students.
Construction is expected to be completed within 14 months, with contractor K. Nauth overseeing the project. GR Engineering Co. will serve as the design and supervision consultant, while EMC will handle environmental consulting.
Minister Manickchand emphasized the government’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure nationwide, ensuring that students have access to high-quality learning environments. This project aligns with the broader vision of creating well-equipped, modern learning spaces that foster innovation and academic excellence.
The rollout of such projects reflects Guyana’s ongoing efforts to enhance its human capital, ensuring that students receive the best possible education to prepare them for the future. With the support of the World Bank, the government continues to invest in initiatives that improve educational facilities across the country.
