Ogun Vows Not To Compromise Standard In Approval Of Schools

Ogun State Government has declared that there would be no longer automatic approval for establishment of private schools, except those that complied with its  required standard

The State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu made this known in Abeokuta, at a one-day capacity training workshop for private school owners with the theme; "Current Trends and the Future Direction of Functional Education in Ogun State".

 

He insisted that government would  continue to build on the existing strong educational system in both public and private schools, to further sustain  excellence in the sector .

Arigbabu noted that training and retraining of teaching and non-teaching staff in schools would build solid human capital resources for sustainable development in the education sector.

The Commissioner pointed out that  the operation ‘praise and shame’ would be a continuous process, in approving private schools 

His words,"We cannot but appreciate the contributions of the private school associations in Ogun State, as they consolidate on the principles, heritage, values and ideas which we are known for as a State and to put in force more synergy in moving the sector forward"

Arigbabu explained that the training would enable private school owners to be abreast of latest development which would equip participants with the knowledge, skills and right values, commending the efforts of the organisers for the laudable programme.

Also speaking,the Ogun State President, National Private Schools Association, Dr. Lawrence Holumidey said the training was to develop and receive inspiration to recast and reflect a better vision for schools, as well as get deeper understanding on government direction on education.

In their separate lectures, the Director, Quality Assurance and Evaluation, in the Ministry, Mr. Martins Akinsolu and the Director, Information Communication Technology, Tai Solarin University of Education, Mr. Ademola Adenubi, highlighted the significance of effective teaching and learning activities to include, school development plan, employment of experienced teachers, technology-driven teaching, parental and community involvement and others.