The bulk of the money we raise goes towards the day to day living costs for the children. But we also need to develop the school's infrastructure and to help them become more self sufficient.

Update September 2026.

We are in regular discussion with a potential partner for this project. We have organised surveys and reports and the preparation work is progressing steadily. Some years before we became involved with this project the school arranged for foundations to be put down. Unfortunately a potential issue has been identified with them, and experts are currently assessing whether they can be repaired or will need to be replaced. We are optimistic that with the help of our partner organisation we will be able to complete this vital project.

Some  recent photos of the girls dorm. June 2026

Our current toileting and washing facilities leave a lot to be desired. We are actively looking into building a new block using systems like the one shown below. We do not have funding for this at the moment, but the school’s inspectors want this to be considered a priority.  

As I write this in September 2026 our IT suite is being installed. The images below show the pupils helping to get the machines switched on and working. This has all been made possible by a wonderful donation from Torquay Girls Grammar School following their sponsored walk at the end of their summer term.

Restarting our Agriculture Projects

We are really keen to establish a sustainable school farm incorporating crop production, poultry, dairy goats and dairy cattle.

• A polytunnel with irrigation will enable year-round food production.
• Livestock will improve soil fertility through manure production while providing eggs, milk and breeding stock.
• Students will gain practical agricultural skills alongside their formal education.
• Surplus produce can be sold locally to generate income for the school and create local employment.
• The school would reduce dependence on charitable food support and strengthen the Academy’s long-term sustainability.

With our security fence in place, we are seeking funding for a farm manager and the essentials needed to get this project off the ground.  We already have some funds set aside for our dairy, poultry and goat plans but we need someone to manage the project and more facilities .

We will keep you updated. 

A visit from the school inspectors earlier this year identified the following issues:-

• Girls Toilet should be constructed close to their dormitory.
• The floor of the dormitories to be fixed, both boys’ and girls’ dormitories.
• Stalled bathroom and toilets to be completed; bathroom to be constructed for boys.
• Laboratory floor to be fixed: Leaking gas taps and water supply system to be repaired.
• Broken or missing window panes in the school buildings to be replaced
• Hand washing points to be fitted with running water and soap in the Kitchen and toilets.
• Cooks to wear uniforms including gumboots and apron in line with health standards.
• A library to be constructed and equipped with the necessary learning materials for CBE.
• Security lighting should be installed all round to light up the entire school compound.
• The school building exterior to be painted including rusting doors and windows.

We need to find funds for all of these!

In addition:-

• The 2 classrooms pictured could do with a roof!
• The cooking facilities need updating

We will keep you updated as things develop.