No COVID-19 cases at West Ruimveldt Primary, says Education Ministry

The Ministry of Education has been made aware of a news report aired on HGP Nightly News claiming that three children from a Grade 5 class at West Ruimveldt Primary School have tested positive for COVID-19, and that the Ministry has failed to respond to requests for fumigation and risk mitigation.

The Ministry wishes to categorically state that this report is false.

Following a direct inquiry, the Head Teacher of West Ruimveldt Primary School has confirmed that there are currently no reported or confirmed cases of COVID-19 among the students or staff. No official report of illness has been submitted to the Department of Education or the Ministry.

This misinformation not only causes unnecessary panic but also undermines the trust and confidence of the public in our education system. The Ministry strongly condemns the dissemination of inaccurate and misleading information, especially when it concerns the health and safety of our children.

We wish to reassure parents, teachers, and the general public that:

The Ministry remains vigilant in its monitoring of public health conditions in all schools.

There are clear and active protocols in place for handling any suspected cases of illness, including immediate collaboration with the Ministry of Health.

Schools are regularly sanitized, and any situation that may pose a health risk is addressed promptly and transparently.

The Ministry of Education remains committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of all students and staff across the country. We urge all media outlets to verify their information before publication and to act responsibly in the public interest.

For any concerns or clarification, parents and guardians are encouraged to contact the Regional Education Office directly.