National conference on school indiscipline concludes with call for coordinated national action

Participants reached consensus on the need for a balanced approach to discipline that combines clear rules, legitimate school authority, student rights, parental accountability, professional conduct, and incentives for positive behavior.

Greater support for teachers and school leaders was also recommended through clearly defined disciplinary authority and continuous professional training in behavior management, counselling, child protection, mediation and professional ethics.

He reaffirmed government’s commitment to safe schools, the dignity of teachers, positive discipline, learner wellbeing and evidence-informed policymaking, noting that education must produce not only academic excellence but also strong character.