School Heads Withhold Grade 7 Results Over Fees – Eduzim News

Staff Reporter- School heads in most schools throughout the country are demanding unpaid fees for them to release the results of Grade 7s.

They demand outstanding teacher incentives, fees, and money to buy buses.

The Government said such practices are unethical and attract heavy penalties.

The state media reported that it has been receiving many calls from angry parents, some of whom acknowledged owing the school fees and some who argued they had settled all fees but not monies for incentives and bus levies.

Some schools singled out for withholding result slips were Greater Heights School in Waterfalls, Glen View 5 Primary School and Pamushana Primary School in Mberengwa.

A parent who identified herself as Mrs Mukotekwa, with a child that was at Glen View 5 Primary, reported being compelled to pay a US$40 bus levy before collecting the result slip.

Another parent from Greater Heights, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed frustration over being asked to pay fees for learners who had already completed their examinations.

Primary and Secondary Education Ministry spokeperson Mr Taungana Ndoro said schools were not permitted to withhold Zimsec results for any reason.

“Our policy clearly states that no school is permitted to withhold Zimsec results. The contractual agreement regarding examinations lies between the candidate and Zimsec and by delivering the results, Zimsec has fulfilled its obligations,” he said.
“Therefore, any school that fails to adhere to this policy is in violation of the established contract. Schools that withhold results risk facing disciplinary action for their non-compliance.
“It is essential for educational institutions to uphold the integrity of the examination process and ensure that students receive their results without obstruction. This policy aims to protect the rights of candidates and maintain trust in the educational system.”

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