THE City of Bulawayo on Tuesday commissioned an early childhood development (ECD) classroom block at Queen Elizabeth II Primary School in Nkulumane, marking a significant improvement to the school’s infrastructure through a public-private partnership.
Mayor David Coltart presided over the handover, where he described the project as a critical step towards strengthening early childhood education in the city.
The modern classroom block was constructed and fully equipped through a partnership with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
“We are humbled by the generous support shown to this school and community,” Coltart said.
“This donation reflects a commitment that extends beyond spiritual matters to addressing tangible community needs.”
The mayor emphasised that ECD facilities remain a major need in most schools, with shortages adversely affecting learning conditions for the young learners.
The recently completed facility, valued at over US$70 000, includes brickwork, roofing, tiling and furniture.
Coltart noted that such partnerships are proving vital for service delivery.
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The same church previously supported the construction and furnishing of ECD blocks in Cowdray Park and equipped a science laboratory at a secondary school in the area.
The project was initiated by the school development committee, but stalled due to economic challenges, prompting an appeal for assistance.
Coltart commended parents and guardians for their foundational efforts and praised the collaboration that saw the project to completion.
