NST 02.07.2026 Over 1,000 Schools Structurally Unsafe

Aug 13, 2026

A news report dated July 2, 2026, details that over 1,000 schools nationwide have been identified as structurally unsafe, with their buildings categorized as Scale 7. This classification, used for dilapidated structures, signifies buildings certified as unsafe by the Public Works Department. The Education Ministry is committed to replacing these buildings in phases. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek stated that as of the first quarter of the year, 1,061 schools had such buildings. This figure is dynamic and subject to change as assessments and upgrading work progress, highlighting the ongoing efforts to address the safety and structural integrity of educational facilities across the country.

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Over 1,000 schools structurally unsafe

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How many schools have been found to be structurally unsafe?

More than 1,000 schools nationwide have been found to be structurally unsafe, with 1,061 schools having buildings categorized as Scale 7 as of the first quarter of the year.

What does Scale 7 classification mean for school buildings?

Scale 7 is a classification used for dilapidated structures, meaning the buildings have been certified as unsafe by the Public Works Department.

What is the Education Ministry doing about these unsafe schools?

The Education Ministry will continue its efforts to replace buildings in phases, addressing the structural issues identified.

Aug 13, 2026

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