Learners at Namanjalala Primary School in Trans Nzoia County are set to benefit from improved learning facilities following the official commissioning of a new permanent tuition block funded by Classrooms for Kenya (UK) through The Weald School in West Sussex, United Kingdom.
The project, implemented in partnership with Classrooms for Kenya-Kenya, is part of a long-running initiative aimed at improving educational infrastructure in Kenyan schools by replacing temporary classrooms with permanent learning facilities.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Mrs Justina Siti, Chairperson of Classrooms for Kenya, said the organization has been transforming schools since its establishment in 2006.
She noted that the Kenyan trustees identify deserving schools before coordinating with their UK counterparts to mobilize funding for classroom construction.
“We started this programme in 2006 and have since constructed about 300 permanent double classrooms in schools across Kenya. This has only been possible through the generosity of our partners in the United Kingdom and the dedication of our trustees in both countries,” she said.
Siti thanked Classrooms for Kenya (UK), particularly The Weald School in West Sussex, for their continued commitment to supporting education in Kenya.
Leading the visiting delegation, Heidi Tucker, Trip Leader from The Weald School, said it was a privilege to officially open the classroom block, which was completed last year.
“We are very proud to be here and privileged to help open this classroom. We know the learners here will greatly value the education they receive in these new facilities,” she said.
One of the UK trustees, Peter Woodman, said the programme has grown into a meaningful partnership that benefits both Kenyan and British students.
“We’ve been coming to Kenya for 20 years. This is not simply about giving; it’s about partnership. Students from the UK come here to learn about life, education, and culture in Kenya while working alongside local communities to improve learning environments,” he said.
Woodman explained that the partnership began after a teacher at The Weald School established links with the region through a university colleague from Trans Nzoia. What started with a small group of students has since evolved into a sustainable education programme.
He also praised the Kenyan trustees for ensuring transparency and accountability in the use of project funds, noting that nearly all the money raised in the UK is invested directly in classroom construction.
The management of Namanjalala Primary School expressed heartfelt gratitude to Classrooms for Kenya (UK), The Weald School, and all the donors whose contributions made the project possible.
The school noted that the new tuition block will go a long way in addressing classroom congestion caused by a steady rise in learner enrollment, which has continued to strain the school’s existing infrastructure.
