Improvement of 13 Government Schools in the border regions of Chitral

Project Timeline:
January 2021- September 2024
Budget:
PKR 411 million
Area of Implementation:
Lower Chitral
Sector:
Education / School Infrastructure / Community Engagement

Funded By:

Project Brief

As part of the PATRIP Foundation–supported portfolio, SRSP successfully implemented the Improvement of 13 Government Schools Project in UC Ashiret, a remote border area near Afghanistan in District Chitral. Furthermore, the project aimed to improve access to quality education by upgrading physical infrastructure, strengthening school governance, and promoting community ownership in an area facing geographic isolation, harsh climatic conditions, and limited public services.

Objective

To create safe, inclusive, and child-friendly learning environments by rehabilitating and upgrading government schools while strengthening community engagement and school management systems

Summary of Achievements

Infrastructure and Facility Improvements:

Rehabilitation and expansion of 13 government schools.
Provision of school furniture and essential equipment.
Solarization of schools, ensuring uninterrupted energy supply.
Installation and improvement of WASH facilities, enhancing hygiene and sanitation standards.

Community Engagement and Capacity Building:

Formation and training of Parent-Teacher Councils (PTCs) to strengthen school governance and accountability.
Conduct of health and hygiene awareness sessions for students and communities.
Establishment of WASH Clubs to promote safe hygiene practices among children.
Organization of school managers’ conferencesandexperience-sharing events to improve coordination and learning across schools.

Impact

The project significantly improved learning conditions in UC Ashiret by providing safer, well-equipped, and child-friendly school environments. Improved facilities and solar energy enhanced school functionality, while strengthened PTCs increased community ownership and accountability. As a result, the initiative contributed to increased enrolment, better hygiene practices, and stronger linkages between schools and local communities—supporting long-term educational outcomes in this remote border region.