Vunidawa seeks ECE classroom support

Young learners at Vunidawa Primary School in Fiji are attending classes in a converted teacher's quarters, as the school seeks support to build a dedicated early childhood education classroom. The need for a proper facility was highlighted during Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka's talanoa session in Koronatoga.

School Head Teacher Semi Daugunu stated that creating a safe and suitable learning environment for the youngest students is a priority within their three-year strategic plan. "At the moment, one of our teacher’s quarters is being used as the ECE classroom, while the other is occupied by a teacher," Daugunu said. "We hope that after our fundraising this December, we’ll have enough money to begin constructing a proper classroom for our young children."

The school has raised approximately nine thousand dollars over the past two years and is planning another fundraising drive in December. Daugunu emphasized that the ECE classroom remains a key priority as the school works to improve facilities for its youngest learners. Assistant Minister for Education Iliesa Vanawalu acknowledged the shortage of ECE facilities in parts of Vanua Levu and stated the Ministry will assess what support can be provided. The concerns raised will be considered as part of broader education development plans for the 2026–2027 Budget. Government assistance would complement community efforts, helping the school move closer to building a dedicated classroom for its ECE students.

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At the moment, one of our teacher’s quarters is being used as the ECE classroom, while the other is occupied by a teacher. We hope that after our fundraising this December, we’ll have enough money to begin constructing a proper classroom for our young children.