The Sindh government is preparing to take action against private schools accused of imposing arbitrary fee increases and other practices that are placing an additional financial burden on parents.
A large number of complaints have been submitted to the Sindh Ombudsman, with parents raising concerns about annual fee hikes, compulsory uniform changes and the sale of expensive textbooks and educational materials through designated vendors.
The issue was discussed during a hearing chaired by Sindh Ombudsman Muhammad Sohail Rajput, which was attended by senior education officials, including the special secretary for education, the director general of private schools and an additional director.
Parents told the forum that some private schools were increasing fees every year despite regulations governing fee structures. They said the repeated increases were making education increasingly expensive for families.
Parents also complained that some schools require students to purchase new uniforms every two years. They further alleged that textbooks and other educational materials were being sold through specific vendors at higher prices.
Some parents said schools do not allow younger siblings to use course books purchased for older children in the previous academic year, forcing families to buy new sets of books.
Taking notice of the complaints, Ombudsman Muhammad Sohail Rajput directed the Director General of Private Schools to submit a detailed report by August 25, 2026.
He said strict action would be taken against private schools found violating the law and regulations governing fees and other school practices.
The move is expected to provide relief to parents and strengthen oversight of private educational institutions across Sindh.
