Respondents Reporter, Dar es Salaam
Monti International School is setting a new standard for modern education in Tanzania, showcasing how private investment can complement government efforts to prepare students for a competitive global economy.
The Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner, Albert Chalamila, commended the school’s innovative approach and assured that the government will continue fostering an enabling environment for investors in the education sector.
Chalamila’s message was delivered over the weekend by Kinondoni Municipal Secondary Education Officer, Mtundi Nyamhanga, during the launch of the Monti International School Transformation Program, which follows the internationally recognized Cambridge Curriculum.
Nyamhanga highlighted the crucial role of private schools in expanding access to quality education and equipping students with skills that meet 21st-century demands.
“Knowledge and skills are invaluable assets,” he said. “The government encourages private investors to contribute to building Tanzania’s future workforce.”
Monti International School has distinguished itself through a holistic approach that integrates academic excellence with sports, creativity, and innovation.
Its investment in modern facilities including a swimming pool, football pitch, and multipurpose courts is aimed at fostering discipline, teamwork, and resilience among students.
“The school’s transformation is not just about physical expansion,” Nyamhanga said. “It reflects a vision realized through leadership, commitment, and belief in the transformative power of education. Fatma Fernandes’ story is a reminder that great achievements often start with small steps.”
Fatma Fernandes, Founder and Head of Monti International School, announced that the transformation plan includes a new Madale Campus, set to open in 2026 and offering secondary education. “This is a significant milestone,” Fernandes said.
“We are extending our educational journey from early childhood through secondary level, providing students with opportunities to grow, lead, and inspire under the Cambridge curriculum.”he added
With over 150 students currently enrolled, the school’s development strategy focuses on three pillars: Cambridge-based learning, sports excellence, and fostering creativity and innovation.
The approach is designed to develop not only academic skills but also leadership, critical thinking, and global awareness.
Parents attending the launch, including Thuwein Makamba, praised the school’s impact. “Education is the greatest inheritance we can give our children,” Makamba said.
“Monti is preparing them not just for exams but for life in a rapidly changing world.”he added
By combining private initiative with government support, Monti International School is charting a path for the future of education in Tanzania, offering a model that other institutions can emulate to produce skilled, well-rounded young leaders.