The Straits Times·3 min read·medium
S’pore needs criminal history checks for those working with kids
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Andrew Wong
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Singapore is facing calls to close a regulatory gap that allows individuals without criminal history checks to work in the informal education sector. Recent convictions of former teachers for sexual offenses against minors have highlighted the vulnerability of children in private tutoring and coaching environments.
Freelance tutors, volunteers, coaches and private teachers in centres with fewer than 10 students operate outside the strict registration requirements mandated by the Education Act.
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