Sir Pierre DalaisBuilding Foundations for a Brighter Future.
Sir Pierre Dalais Government School is committed to fostering academic excellence, integrity, and social responsibility in every student.
Empowering every child to reach their highest potential.
To provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child is empowered to achieve their highest potential through innovative teaching and holistic development.
Shaping compassionate, resilient leaders for tomorrow.
To be a leading center of educational excellence, shaping future citizens who are compassionate, resilient, and globally-minded leaders of tomorrow.
Core Values
The pillars that define our school community.
Excellence
Striving for the highest standards in all pursuits.
Integrity
Being honest and ethical in every interaction.
Inclusion
Embracing diversity and promoting equity.
Innovation
Fostering creativity and forward-thinking.
School Leadership
Dedicated professionals guiding our educational journey.
Mr. Reshad Codabaccus
Headmaster
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."
Mrs. Elena Vance
Deputy Headmaster
"We believe in the potential of every child who walks through our doors."
Mr. Julian Thorne
Senior Administrator
"Commitment to service is the cornerstone of our school community."
Our History
Founded in 1895 as the Trou d'Eau Douce Government School, we have proudly served our community for over a century.
Named after the late Sir Pierre Dalais, a visionary dedicated to our village's welfare, we carry forward his commitment to education, evidenced by the library and children's park he gifted to our students.
Today, our school is a vibrant hub for 250 pupils, guided by 33 dedicated staff members. With 20 classrooms and a modern ICT room, we provide a nurturing environment for academic excellence. Our curriculum encompasses core subjects - Mathematics, English, French, Science, History, and Geography - alongside Hindi, Urdu, and Mauritian Creole.
The Beginning
Founded as Trou d'Eau Douce Government School, operating from a rented building made of straw.
A Permanent Home
Building purchased by the Government, a new structure in corrugated sheets and wood was erected.
Rebuilt in Concrete
School reconstructed in concrete following Cyclone Carol.
A New Name
School renamed Sir Pierre Dalais Government School in honour of the late Sir Pierre Dalais, who established the school library and constructed the children's park on the campus.
Pre-Primary Unit
Pre-Primary Unit introduced alongside the primary school.
Serving Our Community
Serving 250 pupils with a dedicated team of 33 teaching and support staff across 20 classrooms including a fully equipped ICT room.