NILAI: The Education Ministry welcomes the plans by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to build high-rise schools of up to 17 storeys in the city centre, says Fadhlina Sidek.
The Education Minister however said that her ministry would carefully evaluate safety aspects and suitability.
She said the Federal Territory Education Department has previously implemented high-rise school buildings, the tallest being the 10-storey Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Seri Sentosa in Kuala Lumpur.
"We have built multi-storey schools before... and there have been no issues. This is not a new concept.
"(As for the proposed 17-storey school), we will assess its suitability over time, considering the safest and most appropriate height for students,” she told reporters after launching the Education Ministry’s Generasi Madani Carnival at Tuanku Canselor Hall, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia here on Wednesday (Feb 19).
Also present was Education Director-General Azman Adnan.
The media previously reported that DBKL plans to develop high-rise schools featuring two blocks between 10 and 17 storeys to optimise land use while accommodating the growing population.
Fadhlina said her ministry has already taken steps to address school overcrowding, including constructing cabin classrooms, which has proven effective in Cyberjaya, Selangor.
"Just this morning, I visited a school in Cyberjaya that has implemented the cabin classroom model, and it has created a more conducive learning environment,” she said.
Fadhlina reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to building new schools, completing ongoing projects and constructing additional blocks to ensure a comfortable learning environment. – Bernama
