Ministry builds 2,102 more classrooms for Year One intake
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The Malaysian Education Ministry is constructing 2,102 additional classrooms ahead of the 2027 academic year to accommodate a surge in Year One enrollment, according to officials. RM668 million has been allocated for 1,780 new classrooms across 524 nationwide initiatives in Peninsular Malaysia, Labuan, Sarawak, and Sabah. These projects will create space for 43,925 more mainstream students and 5,250 additional pupils in the Integrated Special Education Programme (PPKI).
Sarawak is spearheading the construction of 210 classrooms through 84 projects funded at RM81.5 million, while Sabah is building 112 classrooms in 73 initiatives with an RM58 million budget. Some projects have already surpassed their timelines, such as those at SK Durian Mas, SK Banggol Peradong, and SK Kampong Tengah in Terengganu.
The remaining classrooms are anticipated to be completed by December. The initiatives underscore the government's dedication to enhancing education infrastructure and guaranteeing a seamless transition for six-year-olds entering Year One.
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