40ft Container School for Sale in Kenya

Address the urgent need for quality learning spaces with a fast, cost-effective, and durable solution: the 40ft container classroom. At Frontier Containers EA Limited, we fabricate 12-meter (40-foot) shipping containers into fully-equipped, modern schools that are ready for delivery and immediate use.

This is not just a container; it’s a complete, insulated, and secure learning environment. We recommend using High Cube (HC) containers for classrooms, as they are 0.3 meters (1 foot) taller than standard units. This extra height is essential for proper air circulation, fan installation, and creating a spacious, comfortable atmosphere for students and teachers.

A single 40ft container provides the ideal footprint for a standard classroom, making it the most popular choice for schools, NGOs, and community projects.

Our fabrication price covers a complete, ready-to-use classroom. The standard package includes:

Optional Add-ons (Available on Request):

Estimated Price Range (Fully Fabricated): Kshs. 850,000 – 950,000
(Final price depends on your specific choice of finishes and optional add-ons. Transport and site foundation are separate costs.)

Building a learning space is a major responsibility. You need a fabrication partner who prioritizes safety, quality, and durability.

1. How much does a 40ft container classroom cost in Kenya?
A fully fabricated 40ft container school, complete with insulation, wiring, windows, and flooring, costs between Kshs. 850,000 and Kshs. 950,000. The final price depends on your choice of finishes.

2. How many students can fit in a 40ft container classroom?
A 40ft container can comfortably accommodate 25 to 30 students with desks, plus a teacher’s desk and a teaching area at the front.

3. Are container classrooms too hot for students?
No. A properly fabricated classroom from Frontier Containers is fully insulated with high-quality thermal materials. Combined with the extra height of a High Cube container and large windows for cross-ventilation, the interior remains cool and comfortable.

4. How long does it take to build a 40ft classroom?
Fabrication at our yard is extremely fast. We can deliver a complete, finished classroom to your site in as little as 2 to 3 weeks from your order confirmation.

5. What is included in the Kshs 850k – 950k price?
This price includes the 40ft High Cube container itself, full fabrication, insulation, interior lining, flooring, all electricals (lights, sockets), a secure door, large windows, and painting.

6. What other costs do I need to budget for?
The price does not include:
1. Transport: Delivery from our Nairobi yard to your school’s location.
2. Site Preparation: You must prepare a level, stable foundation. This can be a simple concrete slab or concrete piers (blocks) at the corners and mid-points.
3. Utility Connections: The cost of connecting the classroom to your main power supply.

7. Do I need a permit from the county for a container classroom?
This depends on your local County Government. In many areas, containers are treated as semi-permanent structures, but you must check with your county’s planning office for their specific regulations and to acquire any necessary permits.

8. Can you build a toilet block for the school?
Yes. We are experts at fabricating durable, easy-to-clean 40ft Container Ablution Blocks and 20ft Container Ablution Blocks with multiple toilets and sinks, which are perfect for schools.

9. Can we make a bigger school by joining containers?
Absolutely. We can join multiple 40ft containers side-by-side (by removing the internal walls) to create a large hall, a library, or a multi-room administration block. This modular system allows your school to grow.

10. How long will a container classroom last?
A container classroom will last for decades (25+ years) with minimal maintenance. They are built from steel designed to withstand harsh marine weather, making them incredibly durable on land.