Ghana faces a major challenge of schools under trees. According to the Ghana Education Service, there are over 2,000 schools under trees in the country. This means that over 200,000 students are learning in inadequate conditions.
Modular classrooms offer a solution to this challenge. They are prefabricated buildings that can be quickly and easily assembled on site. They are also relatively affordable and can be customized to meet the specific needs of each school.Traditional classrooms, on the other hand, are built from scratch and can take months or even years to complete. They are also more expensive and less flexible than modular classrooms.
What modular classrooms provide for schools under trees in Ghana:
1. Affordability: Modular classrooms are more affordable than traditional classrooms, making them a more viable option for schools with limited budgets.
2. Quick construction time: Modular classrooms can be assembled quickly and easily, allowing students to start learning in new classrooms much sooner than they would with traditional construction methods.
3. Flexibility: Modular classrooms can be customized to meet the specific needs of each school. For example, they can be designed to be wheelchair accessible or to have features that are specific to the local climate.
4. Durability: Modular classrooms are made from durable materials and can last for many years.
5. Sustainability: Modular classrooms can be made from sustainable materials, such as recycled steel and wood.
Why modular classrooms are the best option for schools under trees in Ghana in current times:
Ghana is facing a number of challenges, including poverty, unemployment, and climate change. These challenges make it difficult for the government to invest in traditional classroom construction. Modular classrooms offer a more affordable and sustainable solution to the problem of schools under trees.
As an architect, I have designed a modular classroom named Fedi Pocket Classroom to address this challenge. The Fedi Pocket Classroom is a prefabricated building that can be quickly and easily assembled on site. It is also relatively affordable and can be customized to meet the specific needs of each school.
I urge NGOs, government agencies, and corporate agencies with social responsibilities to consider investing in modular classrooms for schools under trees in Ghana. Modular classrooms can provide students with a safe and conducive learning environment.