Kuala lumpur: Students affected by floods will be granted permission not to wear uniforms to school, while those stranded and unable to attend school can participate in home-based teaching and learning (PdPR) sessions, according to the Ministry of Education (MOE) today.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the MOE is preparing for the reopening of schools after the Second Term Break, 2025/2026 Session, including clean-up work and maintenance assistance at schools affected by the floods. In a statement, the MOE emphasized its commitment to supporting affected students by providing learning materials, as well as psychosocial and emotional support.

The ministry has requested parents, student guardians, teachers, officers, and implementation group members impacted by the floods to inform their respective schools or departments about their situations. School authorities and district education offices have been urged to obtain the latest information on the flood situation from the state disaster management committee secretariat, the state education department, and relevant agencies.

The MOE stressed its priority on the safety and well-being of all its citizens. As of 8 am today, the ministry reported that 69 schools in Sabah and Sarawak were affected by floods. This includes 33 primary schools and five secondary schools in Sabah, and 28 primary schools and three secondary schools in Sarawak.

The MOE also noted that seven temporary evacuation centres are currently operating at MOE educational institution premises in Sabah.