On Establishment and Closure of Schools

Question 1

What are the requirements for the establishment of new schools?

Answer 1

1. Data on possible enrolment;
2. Suitable school site with proof of ownership; and
3. Temporary school buildings and furniture

Question 2

What are the procedure involved in the establishment of new schools?

Answer 2

1. Submission of resolution from the community (e.g. PTCA, LGU, School Board, etc.);
2. Submission of Feasibility Study/Data of proposed school; and
3. Endorsement from the school heads through channels.

Question 3

What is catchment area?

Answer 3

area within a two-kilometer (2-km) radius and one­ kilometer (1 km) radius from any existing public school in rural and urban areas, respectively.

Question 4

Who will approved the establishment of new schools?

Answer 4

Regional Director through the Regional Inspectorate Team(RIT)

Question 5

How long is the grace period given to schools that are operating but not established?

Answer 5

1 year

Question 6

Is procurement of school site allowed?

Answer 6

NO, but may be allowed only if there is fun specifically appropriated by law.

Question 7

Is use of demountable and make-shift classroom allowed?

Answer 7

NO

Question 8

Which can be allowed for separation of annex?

Answer 8

-school annex is offering complete elementary or secondary education program,

Question 9

Which school with annex is given priority for separation

Answer 9

-those with appropriations under the GAA