Source: All in place for smooth school opening: Govt – herald
Remember Deketeke-Herald Correspondent
SCHOOLS countrywide open for the third term tomorrow, with the Government assuring parents and guardians that preparations have been made to ensure a smooth start to the final term of the 2026 academic year.
Primary and Secondary Education Ministry spokesperson Mr Taungana Ndoro said the Government had conducted rigorous pre-term inspections at schools countrywide, while directives have been issued to protect instructional time and ensure compliance with national regulations.
“As the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education warmly welcomes all pupils, teachers, school heads, administrators and education personnel back for the third term commencing on September 8, 2026, we do so with great optimism and thorough preparation, fully aware that this is one of the busiest and most important periods on the school calendar,” said Mr Ndoro.
“Our readiness is underscored by the rigorous pre-term inspections and clear directives to safeguard instructional time.”
Mr Ndoro urged parents and guardians to settle approved school fees and levies on or before opening day, while reminding schools to comply with Zimbabwe’s currency and fiscal laws governing payments.
“We appeal to parents and guardians to pay approved fees and levies on or before opening day to ensure smooth operations, while firmly reiterating that payments must align with Zimbabwe’s fiscal and monetary laws,” he said.
He also warned schools against forcing parents to buy uniforms and stationery from specific suppliers or school shops.
Some parents were yesterday making last-minute preparations ahead of the start of the new term, while uniform and stationery shops and vendors were busy selling their products.
One of the parents, Mrs Rumbidzai Mutsvairo, said: “We are ready for the new term, but the costs can be high for families with several children.
“It is important that schools stick to approved fees and do not introduce unnecessary charges.”
Another parent, Mr Tendai Chirwa, urged schools to communicate requirements clearly before demanding payments.
“We want our children to learn without disruptions. Schools should tell parents exactly what is required and give us reasonable options to buy uniforms and stationery. We also welcome the reminder that we should use the approved currency channels,” he said.
With schools opening tomorrow, parents and guardians have also been urged to ensure learners report for lessons on time and are adequately prepared for the term.
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