CLOSED-circuit television (CCTV) systems will be fully installed in 200 high-risk schools across Malaysia by November as part of the Ministry of Education’s first phase of safety enhancement measures for school premises and dormitories.
Deputy Secretary-General (Planning and Development) of the Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE), Datuk Wan Hashim Wan Rahim, said the initiative, which began in August, is backed by a RM3 million allocation under the Madani Government.
“This is the initial phase in strengthening safety measures in schools. At least 200 schools have been identified as high-risk, particularly for incidents such as bullying and student misconduct,” he said after attending the Terengganu State Education Department 2025 Retirement Ceremony today.
The introduction of CCTV in these schools is expected to bolster supervision and support investigative procedures in the event of any untoward incidents involving students or staff.
Datuk Wan Hashim explained that the number and placement of CCTV cameras at each school would be tailored to specific needs, based on expert advice from the Office of the Chief Government Security Officer of Malaysia (CGSO) and the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), in order to safeguard privacy.
“He has his own format. Not all schools are the same. Dormitory layouts differ, camera angles vary. Some may require eight cameras, others ten—it's determined according to the specific environment of each school,” he said.
The camera placement is being carefully considered to ensure it delivers a meaningful impact on the safety of both students and teachers. Each location is evaluated for strategic positioning to maximise monitoring capabilities while respecting individual rights.
The initiative targets schools with a history of bullying or misconduct. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek had earlier stated that institutions with a record of such incidents over the past two years were prioritised for inclusion in the programme.
According to Datuk Wan Hashim, the Ministry also intends to expand the programme to more schools nationwide if the first phase proves effective. - October 15, 2025
