PROPOSALS

Making grade R the new compulsory school starting age, as opposed to Grade 1, as is currently the case. Forcing home-schooled learners to be registered for this type of schooling.

Criminalising parents who do not ensure their child or children are in school, with fines or jail time of up to 12 months.

Holding school governing bodies more accountable for disclosures of financial interests – including those related to their spouses and family members.

Prohibiting educators from conducting business with the state or being a director of public or private companies conducting business with the state.

Abolishing corporal punishment and initiation/hazing practices.

Allowing schools to sell alcohol outside of school hours.

Giving government department heads power over language policies and the curricula a school must adopt.