Gichugu MP Announces Comprehensive Renovation of All 57 Public Primary Schools

GICHUGU – Githinji Gichimu, the Member of Parliament for Gichugu, has declared a significant initiative to refurbish all 57 public primary schools in the constituency to modern standards. This renovation effort is set to be funded through the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF).

According to Kenya News Agency, Gichugu faces a unique challenge due to its dense population and rapidly increasing student numbers. He noted that the majority of the schools’ infrastructure is over three decades old and the renovations are long overdue. The comprehensive refurbishment plan includes the installation of metallic doors and windowpanes, plastering, cementing of floors, fencing, as well as the renovation of toilets, kitchens, and roofing.

Gichimu expressed optimism that the upgraded facilities would encourage better academic performance and convince parents to choose public schools over private institutions for their children’s education. He highlighted the trend of parents transferring their children to private schools due to inadequate infrastructure in public schools, stating, “We are reversing that trend by offering a good learning environment.”

The MP, who is serving his second term, further mentioned that after the completion of the primary school projects, the focus would shift towards improving day secondary schools in the area to ensure all educational institutions meet acceptable standards.

The renovation initiative has been warmly received by educators and parents in the constituency. Njogu Kamurua, the head teacher at Karucho Primary, emphasized the positive impact of the renovations on the learning environment and hygiene standards within the schools. Kamurua appealed to parents and the community to support the school programs, highlighting the benefits of the new facilities in enhancing the overall educational experience for students.