Education Ministry sends David Rose probe to TSC

Jun 06, 2026 News

…moves to draft Special Needs Corporal Punishment Policy

(Kaieteur News) – The Ministry of Education has compiled and forwarded an investigation file to the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) following the mistreatment of a student at the David Rose Special Education Needs School by two trained teachers.

The file includes detailed reports, statements, findings, and formal recommendations arising from the Ministry’s probe into the incident, which was captured in a widely circulated video. In an update issued Friday, Minister of Education Sonia Parag emphasised that while the Ministry manages the education system, the ultimate authority to discipline or dismiss teachers rests solely with the constitutional body under Guyanese law.

“Article 209(1) of the Constitution of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana provides that the power to appoint, remove, and exercise disciplinary control over persons holding offices as teachers in the public service shall vest in the Teaching Service Commission,” the statement clarified.

The Teaching Service Commission has since indicated that the disciplinary hearing process is expected to conclude within the next ten days, and the Ministry has committed to cooperating fully to ensure a timely completion.

The Ministry’s response began immediately following the incident. On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Minister visited the institution to meet with the affected parents, guardians, and the Head Teacher to listen directly to their concerns, offer reassurances, and implement immediate support mechanisms for the student. Since that initial visit, authorities have conducted follow-up meetings with the school’s staff, the executive body of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), and the wider PTA membership to gather information and ensure all stakeholders remain actively engaged as the administrative process unfolds.

To prevent future occurrences and improve accountability, the Ministry has also announced structural changes at the institution. A Board of Governors has been established for the school which will include direct representation from parents to enhance supervision and rebuild trust between the school and the families it serves.

Simultaneously, the Minister’s office confirmed that it is working directly with the victim’s family to guarantee the child receives all necessary support for his well-being, recovery, and continued learning in a secure environment.

Kaieteur News understands from former A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Member of Parliament (MP) Annette Ferguson that efforts are being made also to draft a policy for corporal punishment at Special Needs Schools, as well as a policy to address the camera system within the school. Addressing some concerns raised by teachers and parents regarding the student to teacher ratio, the administration has promised to address the issue.

The Ministry re-emphasised the government’s zero-tolerance policy regarding student abuse, stating unequivocally that the actions seen in the video do not align with national educational standards.

“The Government of Guyana and the Ministry of Education remain unwavering in our commitment to protecting every child within our education system,” the statement said while concluding that “The treatment depicted in the video is wholly unacceptable and does not reflect the values, standards, or expectations that we hold for those entrusted with the care and education of our nation’s children.”

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