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A library is more than books. See what it takes to build a real, functional reading space — and how you can help make it happen.

The Full Picture

What Goes Into a Full Library Setup

Building a school library from scratch requires coordinating many moving parts. Here is everything that goes into a complete setup.

Under Kenya's Competency-Based Education framework, every junior school leaver is placed into a senior school pathway based on their strengths and interests. For that placement to be meaningful, learners need a space to discover those strengths. That space is a library.

When you fund a bookshelf, a reading mat, or a set of lights — you are not funding furniture. You are funding a pathway.

Physical Furniture & Fittings

  • Bookshelves / Cabinets
  • Reading Tables
  • Student Chairs
  • Teacher Chair
  • Reading Mats / Floor Cushions
  • Display Stands / Book Racks
  • Signage & Murals

Electrical & ICT

  • Ceiling Lighting
  • Reading Lamps
  • Electrical Wiring & Sockets
  • Fan / Ventilation
  • Extension Cables / Surge Protectors
  • Optional: Computer / Tablet Station

Room & Space Renovation

  • Wall Painting
  • Ceiling Repairs
  • Floor Tiling / Covering
  • Door & Window Upgrades

Book Management

  • Library Cards (per student)
  • Entry/Exit Register or Digital System
  • Stamping Kit & Date-Due Cards
  • Simplified Catalogue System
  • Book Repair Materials

Teacher Station

  • Desk, Chair & Shelving
  • Programme Guides & Registers

Security

  • Lockable Cabinets
  • Secure Door with Lock

We do not publish fixed prices. Costs vary depending on school size, location, and what is already in place. Contact us for a scope estimate based on the specific school you want to support.

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