Teacher temporarily reassigned following alleged physical abuse of pupil
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Education Department has temporarily reassigned a teacher following a complaint alleging physical violence against a pupil.
According to the Penang Education Department, a teacher has been temporarily reassigned following a complaint alleging physical violence against a pupil. The teacher has been placed at the district education office to allow an impartial investigation. The department stated that the pupil's welfare and the school environment must not be compromised during the investigation.
Penang Gerakan had called for a state-wide investigation into an alleged assault involving a 9-year-old primary school pupil from a Chinese primary school in the southwest district. The alleged incident involved the pupil sustaining bruising to his left back and arm after being hit by a teacher.
The investigation will be conducted based on facts and evidence obtained, with further action determined by the investigation's findings and the relevant regulations and governance procedures. The welfare and wellbeing of the pupil remain the priority, with psychosocial support and counselling to be provided if necessary.
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