Facilities
We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved in the six years since conception. Wioso Senior High began as a single classroom block, to which we added further classrooms, then a boarding house, a science lab, a home-economics lab and just recently, following our #farmtofork2020 a new kitchen and food storage facility.
All our electricity is currently generated by solar panels on site. While this ties in with our ultimate aim of environmental sustainability and self-sufficiency, it does also present challenges as we grow. An upgrade to the system is necessary as we plan for more facilities going forward.
In terms of infrastructure, our plans for 2021 and 2022 include building a much-needed boys’ dormitory, a computer lab, and to invest in improving of our sports facilities.
Boarding Houses
With generous donations from the Toni Garrn Foundation and the fantastic team at our girls’ boarding house was completed in 2018 and can accommodate x girls. It has been transformative for the educational and extra-curricular experience of girls at the school, who are now able to study in the evenings instead of having to carry out domestic chores at home. We have seen the number of girls at the school increase considerably because of these facilities.
New Science Lab
Our science lab was also developed with the ongoing support of the Toni Garrn Foundation. Previously, students had to visit a neighbouring school to perform their science practicals. Now that the lab is equipped with new workbenches, Bunsen burners and a range of science equipment, all teaching and examinations can be take place at the school.
Home Economics Lab
The home economics lab, funded by the Bielenberg Family Trust, was completed at the end of 2020 and is in constant use by students to produce a range of meals, cakes and speciality juices.