Adopt A School with Standard Bank

For the past three years, Standard Bank South Africa has partnered with Seriti Institute through the Adopt A School programme to support under-resourced schools in Gauteng. This collaboration has grown year by year, addressing different priorities to create safer, healthier, and more enabling learning environments.

In 2023, Standard Bank selected six schools in Gauteng to receive support as part of its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives. Seriti Institute was appointed to conduct a
needs assessment and guide the distribution of donations, which included infrastructure improvements, educational materials, and enhancements to feeding schemes. This ensured that resources were directed to areas where they could have the most impact.

In 2024, the focus shifted to school safety and security. Seriti conducted site visits at 12 schools, evaluated risks, and presented detailed security improvement plans. Upgrades
included security cameras, gates, and burglar bars, installed through a trusted service provider. These interventions were successfully completed, providing schools with safer learning spaces.

Building on last year’s success, the 2025 project is expanding security infrastructure to 17 additional schools across Gauteng. Seriti is assessing each school’s security needs,
overseeing the installation of equipment, and monitoring progress to ensure effective delivery. Each school will receive customised security solutions designed to address its unique challenges.

This three-year partnership highlights Standard Bank’s long-term commitment to community investment and education. Through careful management and collaboration, Seriti Institute continues to ensure that resources are directed towards the most urgent needs, helping to create secure, supportive, and thriving school environments.