Mukono District Local Government has intensified efforts to improve education standards, closing four private schools in Nakifuma–Nagalama Town Council for failing to meet the minimum requirements set by the Ministry of Education and Sports.
The enforcement exercise was on Monday led by the Town Council Education Department under the Inspector of Schools, Ms. Irene Cherop, with support from district authorities and local leaders.
The affected schools include Teso Standard Junior School,
Creamfield High School (formerly Rains High School),
Rockview Nursery and Primary School
Super Quality School
According to Ms. Cherop, the schools had previously received warnings and inspection reports outlining necessary improvements but failed to comply.
“None of the schools could meet even 20 percent of the required operational standards. We issued several warnings and guidance, but many proprietors failed to take corrective action,” she said.
She revealed that some schools lacked essential facilities such as toilets, while others operated in dilapidated structures that posed serious risks to learners’ safety and wellbeing.
“Education is both a service and a responsibility. While we prioritize quality, safety, and compliance, some proprietors appear more focused on profit than improving the learning environment,” she added.
Ms. Cherop also noted that some operators ignored directives, believing they were shielded by influential connections. She emphasized that enforcement will continue regardless of ownership or affiliations.
She explained that quality education goes beyond infrastructure and includes qualified teachers, proper management systems, adequate learning materials, sanitation, and a safe environment.
The closed schools will only be allowed to reopen after fully addressing the identified gaps and meeting all regulatory requirements.
Nakifuma–Nagalama Town Council Deputy Speaker, Nakatebe Milly, urged parents to remain calm and transfer affected learners to nearby government or licensed schools that meet required standards. He also warned other non-compliant schools to urgently improve or face similar action.
Mukono District Communication Officer, Mr. Kaddu Derrick, said the exercise is part of a broader effort to safeguard learners and strengthen accountability in the education sector.
“This should not be seen as punishment, but as a necessary step to protect children and ensure all schools operate within government guidelines,” he said.
He called on parents to cooperate during the transition and encouraged school proprietors to work closely with authorities to improve facilities and management systems.
District leaders have also intensified community sensitization campaigns to help parents identify quality schools and understand the importance of enrolling children in safe and compliant institutions.
Inspections will continue across Mukono District as part of ongoing efforts to promote quality education, accountability, and learner welfare.