Sod turned for $198m Orealla Secondary School

Minister of Education Priya Manickchand (fourth from left) at the sod turning (Ministry of Education photo)
Minister of Education Priya Manickchand (fourth from left) at the sod turning (Ministry of Education photo)

Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand yesterday turned the sod to commence the construction of the new Orealla Secondary School.

Located in Orealla, a village along the Corentyne River, this project is worth $198,866,010, a release from the ministry said.

The new Orealla Secondary School will feature six modern classrooms, four specialized laboratories, and a well-equipped library, aimed at providing a high-quality learning environment for approximately 180 students. The facility will serve the educational needs of students from both Orealla and the nearby Siparuta area, addressing a critical gap in educational resources.

Awarded through a competitive bidding process in accordance with the Public Procurement Act, the project has been entrusted to 4S Security & Building Enterprise, under the supervision of CEMCO Incorporated.

The initial mobilization amount for the project is $59,659,803. Construction began on September 2, 2024, with an anticipated completion within six months.