EDU Minister Breaks Ground for St. Stanislaus College Expansion
March 20, 2025 – Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, officially turned the sod for the expansion of St. Stanislaus College on Tuesday, marking the launch of a significant infrastructure development project aimed at enhancing the institution’s learning environment.
The initiative is part of the ‘Guyana Strengthening Human Capital Through Education’ project, funded by the World Bank.
During a meeting with parents, teachers, and the school’s board, Minister Manickchand announced that the expansion will involve the construction of two new buildings, designed to improve the school’s academic, technical, and accessibility features.
Project Details
The first building, valued at $275,530,909, will include:
- A canteen, library, and storage space
- Male and female washrooms, including ADA-compliant facilities
- Six new classrooms, a staff room, and an elevator for accessibility
The second building, costing $389,767,296, will feature:
- An allied arts room, a modern food and nutrition lab, and an industrial technology classroom
- An IT room, electrical panel room, and four additional classrooms
- Washrooms for students and staff, as well as an elevator
The 14-month construction project will be executed by contractor K. Nauth, with GR Engineering Co. serving as the design and supervision consultant, and EMC as the environmental consultant.
Speaking at the event, Minister Manickchand emphasized the government’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure to ensure students have access to high-quality learning environments. She highlighted that the expansion of St. Stanislaus College is a key step in strengthening the education sector and providing students with the necessary resources to excel.
“All across the country, we’re either building, rebuilding, or extending schools. In fact, today (yesterday) we launched a beautiful tool for you, which is a map of Guyana, where we have any school that is being constructed for the first time, reconstructed such as St. Mary’s where the school will be rebuilt or significantly extended. It’s open to the public and it tells you everything about the process.”
This initiative aligns with the Ministry of Education’s broader vision of creating modern, well-equipped learning spaces that promote academic excellence and innovation. With the support of the World Bank, the Government of Guyana remains committed to investing in education infrastructure, ensuring students receive the best possible learning experience to prepare them for the future.
