Burning Vision Secondary School Expands Infrastructure, Grows Enrolment

Nelson Geje

Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe-run Burning Vision Secondary School continues to make strides in infrastructure development and digital connectivity as it works to strengthen its learning environment and academic performance.

Established on 15 March 2021, the relatively young institution has steadily grown and currently enrols 235 learners in Forms One to Four. The school is led by headmaster George Matongo.

Growing Learner Population

The school’s enrolment figures for Term One 2026 show steady growth across all forms. Form One has 72 learners, consisting of 39 boys and 34 girls, while Form Two has 59 learners, made up of 33 boys and 26 girls.

In Form Three, there are 52 learners with 21 boys and 31 girls, while Form Four has 50 learners, comprising 17 boys and 34 girls.

Overall, the school has 110 boys and 125 girls, bringing the total enrolment to 235 learners.

Infrastructure and Technology Development

School authorities report several development initiatives aimed at improving facilities and access to technology.

Among the major achievements is the construction of a two-classroom block, which has helped accommodate the growing number of learners.

The school has also improved access to electricity through the erection of a three-phase ZESA power line, while a 6.2 kilovolt solar system has been installed to provide alternative energy and ensure continued learning during power outages.

In line with modern education trends, the school has also installed Starlink WIFI, enabling internet connectivity for research and teaching purposes.

Additional improvements include the purchase of a printer and the acquisition of all required strong-room components, strengthening administrative and examination security processes.

Academically, the school recorded a 48.94 percent pass rate, which school authorities say provides a foundation for further improvement. 

Challenges

Despite these achievements, the school continues to face several challenges.

One of the major concerns is the risk of lease expiry, which could lead to the City Council repossessing unused portions of the school land if development is not accelerated.

The school is also experiencing a shortage of infrastructure, which affects the learning environment as enrolment continues to grow.

Additionally, unreliable water supply remains a concern for daily operations.

School authorities also noted increasing competition from an upcoming Anglican secondary school in the area, which is currently developing more advanced infrastructure.

Future Plans

In response to these challenges, the school has outlined several development priorities.

These include tiling, painting and installing ceilings in the newly constructed classroom block, as well as completing construction of the older classroom block.

The administration also plans to register the school formally and introduce computer studies to equip learners with digital skills.

Another key priority is the construction of a teachers’ house, which will help secure the school’s land by ensuring greater utilization of the property and reducing the risk of repossession by the city council.

School leadership expressed confidence that continued infrastructure development and community support will enable Burning Vision Secondary School to strengthen its position as a growing education centre within the Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe education network.