IDEA Supports Olmagutian Primary School Expansion as Student Numbers Grow

IDEA is a national organisation based on the principles equipping a generation to create positive and sustainable environmental change. PHOTO by Kim.

In a remarkable show of support for education, the International Dialogue for Environmental Action (IDEA) launched its extension building construction program today at Olmagutian Primary School in Narok County. The initiative, aimed at expanding the school to meet the needs of its growing student population, is already well underway with the construction of two new classrooms.

Deputy Headteacher Philip Ntaiya took the opportunity to thank IDEA for their invaluable contribution. "We are truly grateful to IDEA for their generosity and commitment to the development of our school," he said. "The ongoing construction of two new classrooms is a much-needed step in improving our school environment and we look forward to the positive changes to our students."

Headteacher Rael Naisawa also expressed her appreciation, acknowledging the critical role IDEA has played in supporting the school. "We are deeply thankful for the support we have received from IDEA. The addition of these two classrooms will make a significant difference, but as the school continues to grow, we urgently need more classrooms to accommodate our students. Currently, we have about 400 children and we have been struggling with overcrowding, especially in the preschool and primary school sections," she said.

The new classrooms are expected to ease overcrowding. Photo by Kim.

Naisawa appealed to IDEA to continue their efforts, urging the organization to help the school expand further. "As our student population increases, so does our need for additional classrooms. We hope that IDEA will continue to partner with us in building a brighter future for our children. These new classrooms will help ensure that all students have a safe and comfortable space to learn," she added.

The extension project is a vital step toward meeting the school’s growing needs. The new classrooms are expected to ease overcrowding and provide much-needed space for the children to learn and thrive. The school, which has long struggled with a lack of adequate facilities, is now on track to offer a better educational experience for its students, thanks to IDEA’s commitment to sustainable development and education.

IDEA’s ongoing support is not only helping to improve the physical infrastructure but is also investing in the future of the students, empowering them with a more conducive learning environment. As Olmagutian Primary School continues to expand, the partnership with IDEA stands as a beacon of hope for a brighter, more sustainable future in education.

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