The Ministry of Education has finalized a procedure to control the fees charged by private schools to students. The new regulation categorizes private schools into three categories: high quality, medium quality, and low quality, with fees set accordingly based on the students’ capacities.
Students Criticize High Fees, Urge Government Action
Kabul 24: Private school students have expressed frustration over the high fees charged by some schools, stating that many families cannot afford these costs. Students such as Ahmad Zia and Mohammad Mubarak have called on the government to address this issue, emphasizing that high fees are a significant burden on students and their families.
Private Schools Union Head Urges Investigation and Action
Azim Maidanwal, the head of the Private Schools Union, acknowledged the challenge posed by high fees and urged private school authorities to refrain from charging excessive fees.
Maidanwal also emphasized that the Ministry of Education should investigate private schools that charge high fees and take action if necessary, including closing schools that fail to comply.
School Head Condemns High Fees as Injustice
Wahdatullah Tasal, the head of one of the private schools, condemned charging more than a thousand afghanis as an injustice to students and the nation. This sentiment reflects the widespread concern over the high fees charged by some private schools.
Background: Private Education in Afghanistan
There are approximately 4,000 private primary, secondary, and high schools across Afghanistan, with thousands of students engaged in education in these schools. The new regulation aims to ensure that private schools are held accountable for their fees and provide a more equitable education system for all students.
