The Sindh Education Department has declared illegal the practice of some private schools forcing Cambridge Students to appear in examinations as private candidates. The department also prohibited schools from canceling student enrollments without proper justification.
In a circular issued by the Directorate of Inspection and Registration of Private Institutions Sindh, Additional Registrar Prof. Rafia Mallah stated that multiple complaints were received against private schools affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations through the British Council Pakistan.
The complaints highlighted that certain schools prevent Cambridge Students from appearing in exams as regular candidates. Schools reportedly cited reasons such as failing to meet attendance requirements or poor performance in internal assessments. These practices were described as unfair and against educational regulations.
The Sindh Education Department emphasized that all Cambridge Students have the right to appear in examinations as regular candidates. Penalizing students by forcing them to register as private candidates is illegal and violates their academic rights.
The department warned private schools to comply with these rules or face strict action. The circular also urged parents and students to report any violations immediately. This step aims to ensure transparency and fairness in private education, particularly for institutions affiliated with the Cambridge system.
Officials explained that the directive is part of a broader effort to improve accountability in private schools. By regulating enrollment and examination procedures, the Sindh Education Department seeks to protect the interests of students and maintain the integrity of the Cambridge curriculum in Pakistan.
Parents and students welcomed the circular, saying it would safeguard the rights of Cambridge Students and prevent arbitrary decisions by schools that could harm academic progress. The department said it will monitor compliance closely and take action against schools that do not follow the rules.
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This move reflects the Sindh Education Department’s commitment to ensuring a fair and supportive learning environment for all students pursuing international curricula.
