Education and childrens rights

[MadJan]

I just don't believe that the child was rejected simply because the parents couldn't pay the fees. Schools know the consequences of taking such harsh action. I think that there is more to the story. What happens is that a child is rejected and the parents go "Ah, I know why...." I agree, all kids should get quality eductation, but of course we know that its not going to happen anytime soon.

Actually there isn't more to the story....because a lot of kids from the lower income homes go to this school, most of these parents are too afraid to either speak up or to approach the situation, they dont know their rights which leaves them vulnerable....
This very principle threatened a colleagues kids re school fees...tells them that if their parents don't pay up then he is going to send someone to take away their TV, DVD, etc.....

[Dave A]

Good luck Jan.

[adrianh]

@MadJan - as I said to tec0 the other day - just record him making the statement, then burn his butt with the recording - otherwise its just "he said - she said"

[AndyD]

No learner may be refused admission to a public school on the grounds that his or her parent –

a) is unable to pay or has not paid the school fees determined by the governing body under section 39;

Does this include model C schools?

[Dave A]

Does this include model C schools?

Absolutely!