A learner from Laerskool Mayville is in critical condition after she fell from the second-floor balcony of the school building.
The incident happened on Thursday morning, July 18, during school hours.
Gauteng education spokesperson Steve Mabona said that the department was aware of the incident, saying“The Department is aware and deeply concerned about the said incident.”
Mabona said that on Tuesday morning during school contact time, a grade 7 girl fell from the second-floor balcony of the school building.
“The Emergency Medical Services and the parents of the learner were immediately called,” he said.
The learner was airlifted to Milpark Hospital for medical care.
“We have launched an investigation into circumstances surrounding this incident.”
Mabona said that the department had also dispatched its Psycho-Social Support team to the school to offer necessary support to all affected by the incident.
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