Karachi: In a big move that’s making waves across Sindh, the government has now stepped up against private schools that burden parents with extra fees. Through a recent notification from the Directorate of Private Institutions, the Sindh government clarified that any fees charged beyond admission and monthly tuition are now labeled illegal. This means schools can no longer pressure parents for any extra payments outside the basic fees.
Parents are now encouraged to report schools that still demand extra fees or sell notebooks stamped with the school’s monogram. For many, these additional charges pile up, adding stress to families who are already managing high tuition fees. This decision seems to bring much-needed relief for them, as parents often feel pressured into buying specific items from school-recommended shops, which can be costlier than usual market rates.
The notification warns that strict action awaits those schools trying to bypass these new rules. The Directorate has urged all families to reach out if they come across such practices, promising swift action to protect the interests of the students and their parents. Parents across Sindh are welcoming the move, saying it’s about time the government stepped in, especially with the rising costs of education. Many families feel they’ve been stuck with unnecessary charges just to meet school-specific demands, and they hope this brings a real change.
For parents, this might mean a breath of fresh air and maybe a little more financial ease in handling their children’s educational expenses. Meanwhile, the government’s message to private schools is clear: it’s time to focus on education, not on unnecessary extra charges.