The education ministry is putting its foot down on holiday classes. A directive from Secretary Ken Ndala orders all schools, public and private, to stop charging fees for lessons during vacation periods. The ministry says the school calendar is set for a reason, and holidays are for family time and letting students recharge.
Officials argue these classes deny kids the necessary break and place an unfair financial burden on parents. The practice is seen as undermining the whole point of having a scheduled academic year. Education managers and district authorities have been told to immediately communicate this ban to every school proprietor and headteacher. They are also instructed to take swift action against any institution that ignores the order.
Officials argue these classes deny kids the necessary break and place an unfair financial burden on parents. The practice is seen as undermining the whole point of having a scheduled academic year. Education managers and district authorities have been told to immediately communicate this ban to every school proprietor and headteacher. They are also instructed to take swift action against any institution that ignores the order.
