A comprehensive construction initiative by the Empowering Minds Foundation, converting a detailed Bill of Quantities and cost schedule into a modern school that will serve thousands of students for generations.
This project delivers a purpose-built 18-classroom school facility to expand access to quality education in Nsawam Adoagiri, Ghana.
Modern classrooms improve learning conditions and outcomes.
Strengthens local infrastructure and civic pride.
Adds space for hundreds of additional students annually.
Creates jobs for local labor, suppliers, and contractors.
Durable materials and design reduce future maintenance costs.
Site survey, clearing, temporary structures, and material mobilization.
Excavation, foundations, and ground floor slab construction.
Columns, beams, block walling, and floor slabs for all classroom blocks.
Roof installation, plastering, tiling, painting, doors, and windows.
Electrical, plumbing, external works, inspection, and handover to EMF.
A summarized view of the Bill of Quantities, grouped into major construction categories.
The full cost estimate follows a standard Bill of Quantities format. Expand each category below for a plain-language summary, or request the complete document for a detailed, line-by-line review.
Purpose: Foundations, columns, beams, and slabs
Benefit: High compressive strength and durability
Standard: Class 25 mix, site-tested cubes
Purpose: Tensile reinforcement in concrete elements
Benefit: Prevents cracking and structural failure
Standard: Grade 460 deformed bars
Purpose: Internal and external walling
Benefit: Cost-effective, locally sourced, good thermal mass
Standard: 450x225x225mm, min. 2.8N/mm²
Purpose: Roof trusses, formwork, and doors
Benefit: Lightweight, workable, readily available
Standard: Kiln-dried structural grade
Purpose: Formwork for concrete casting
Benefit: Smooth finish, reusable across pours
Standard: Waterproof grade plywood
Purpose: Binding agent for concrete and mortar
Benefit: Consistent strength development
Standard: Portland cement, certified supplier
Purpose: Concrete and mortar mixing
Benefit: Workability and finish quality
Standard: Washed, sharp sand, free of silt
Purpose: Concrete aggregate
Benefit: Structural bulk and strength
Standard: 19mm and 12.5mm graded chippings
Purpose: Filling and compaction
Benefit: Stable sub-base for slabs and pavements
Standard: Compacted to 95% max dry density
Purpose: Securing reinforcement cages
Benefit: Maintains rebar spacing and cover
Standard: Galvanized 1.6mm wire
Purpose: Formwork and timber assembly
Benefit: Secure, temporary structural connections
Standard: Standard construction grade
Purpose: Foundations, roofs, and wet areas
Benefit: Prevents moisture ingress and rot
Standard: Bituminous / membrane systems
Purpose: Trusses, purlins, and sheeting
Benefit: Weatherproof, long-lasting cover
Standard: Gauge 28 aluzinc roofing sheets
Purpose: Classroom and office entrances
Benefit: Security and durability
Standard: Solid-core timber / steel-framed
Purpose: Natural lighting and ventilation
Benefit: Energy-efficient daylighting
Standard: Aluminum-framed louvre windows
Purpose: Wiring, lighting, and power outlets
Benefit: Safe, code-compliant power distribution
Standard: IEC-compliant cabling & fittings
Purpose: Water supply and sanitation
Benefit: Reliable water access and hygiene
Standard: PVC/PPR piping, certified fittings
Every contribution moves this project closer to completion. Select a sponsorship tier below or contact us to design a custom giving plan.