ATTOCK:Attock administration has sealed two private schools in Jand town of Attock district over safety concerns, while another school in the rural locality of Jhamat was sealed after officials found its building in a dilapidated condition and teaching staff unavailable during an inspection.
Assistant Commissioner Jand Ahmad Ali Raza inspected private educational institutions across the tehsil to assess compliance with safety standards and educational regulations.
During the inspection, officials identified deficiencies at several schools and warned their management to address the shortcomings.
The school administrations were also directed to produce building safety certificates and health certificates to ensure compliance with prescribed requirements.
Separately, a private school in Jhamat was sealed after the Assistant Commissioner took notice of its deteriorating building and the absence of teaching staff.
The action was taken over concerns regarding students’ safety and the institution’s ability to provide an appropriate learning environment.
The local administration stressed that private schools must ensure the safety of students, maintain acceptable educational standards and comply with all applicable regulations.
Talking to newsmen, Assistant Commissioner Ahmad Ali Raza said that inspections are aimed at ensuring that educational institutions provide a safe environment for children and have the necessary facilities and safeguards in place.