Laerskool Queenswood pupil drowns during school excursion
The Department of Education in Gauteng is investigating the death of a Grade 7 pupil from Laerskool Queenswood in Pretoria.
The pupil drowned during a school excursion at the Wag 'n Bietjie Resort in Olifantsfontein, near Midrand, over the weekend.
Education MEC Matome Chiloane has called for an independent investigation into the incident.
"Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. Our district and the school have visited the learner’s family to convey their condolences,” said the MEC’s spokesperson Xolani Mkhwemte.
"MEC Chiloane has recommended that an independent investigation be conducted. As such, the process of appointing an independent law firm is underway.
"The law firm will be introduced to the school management team and the learner’s family subsequent to their appointment," he added.
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