In pursuit of enhancing the ultimate educational journey, Gaborone International School (GIS) has introduced four new campus facilities. On Monday, GIS officially unveiled its new Science and Technology Centre, a fresh primary school building, a revamped pre-school, and upgraded facilities including Robotics, Science, and Computer laboratories, as well as new sports amenities, all totaling a cost of P76 million. Established in 1993, GIS stands as one of the country's oldest private educational institutions. Absorbed into the AdvTECH Group in 2015, the school now aspires to become a leading institution in Africa, a goal further reinforced by recent developments.
Addressing attendees at the inauguration ceremony, Willem van Zyl, AdvTECH's head of special development projects-Africa, emphasized the school's dedication to science and technology through substantial infrastructure investments. "We have reinvested significantly in the school to elevate it to one of the premier educational institutions in Africa," he stated. Highlighting the emphasis on technology and science within the curriculum, van Zyl showcased the state-of-the-art equipment in the laboratories, including drones, 3D printers, and laser cutters, designed to enhance experimental learning.
Van Zyl underscored GIS's commitment to data-driven education, citing the use of data analysis to tailor learning experiences for students across Botswana and other AdvTECH institutions. "We recognize that each student learns at their own pace and level. Therefore, having access to data enables us to ensure that no child is left behind," he explained. Jaco Lotz, AdvTECH's international business development executive, echoed van Zyl's sentiments, expressing optimism for enhanced learning experiences and academic outcomes with the newly implemented facilities.
Lotz commended GIS's academic achievements, noting its consistent performance among the top three schools within the AdvTECH Group for IGCSE results since 2019. In 2022, GIS achieved the highest number of distinctions, reflecting a remarkable milestone for both the school's management and parents. Lotz emphasized GIS's position as not only the premier school in Gaborone but also among the finest on the continent. Coupled with competitive tuition fees and a history of academic excellence, Lotz highlighted the board's approval of a P76 million investment in 2021 to enhance GIS's facilities, a decision that has culminated in the completion of these remarkable improvements.
