Contractors sought for international school in Hoarafushi
The curriculum of the school has to be of international standards, and it should include Islam, Qur’an and Dhivehi
By
Aminath Shifleen
HA. Hoarafushi Island Council has announced that it is looking for contractors to build an international school in the island.
The school, to be built by Hoarafushi Council, will offer classes from pre-school to key stage 5. It has been decided that classes will commence from the academic year 2023-2024.
According to Hoarafushi Council, the purpose of building such a school is to provide pre- school and key stage level students with a world-class education system and modern facilities while studying in Hoarafushi.
The council will provide for this school, the sources said:
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11,406 sq ft of land where fences have been constructed and gates have been installed
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School building, playground and other school-related facilities will be set up there
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Students will be provided seats and tables
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The school administration will have to procure furniture for the staff
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No rent will be charged to run the school
According to the council, the school will be handed over to a buyer for a period of five to 15 years. It added that the deadline can be extended as and when required.
Horafushi Council announced that it was looking for people to run the school:
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The curriculum of the school has to be of international standards
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It should include Islam, Qur’an and Dhivehi
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Since rent is not charged for running the school, the fees charged from students should not be too high
According to the council, only the highest bidder will be allowed to win the school project.
