Pupils in Chinese primary schools comprise multiple races, ethnic groups, says council

PETALING JAYA: The rising number of non-Chinese pupils in Chinese primary schools shows that SJK(C)s have become a place for pupils of all races and ethnic groups to learn, live and communicate together in harmony, says Malaysian Chinese Language Council (MCLC) president Datuk Eddie Heng Hong Chai.

“18.8% of pupils currently enrolled in SJK(C)s are non-native speakers and the number has been climbing year-on-year. This shows that Chinese primary schools aren’t just specifically catered towards the Chinese community.