They stand out in their distinct colors, often bright blue or purple vests, keeping everyone in line.

The Ujian Penilaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) was historically the major national examination at the end of Standard 6. However, it was recently abolished (replaced by school-based assessment) to reduce exam-centric stress, though it remains a pivotal transitional milestone for students.

The policy of teaching Science and Mathematics in English (PPSMI) has been a contentious issue for decades. The government has flip-flopped between English and Malay (or "Dual Language Programme") multiple times. This inconsistency affects students' mastery of scientific terminology and English proficiency, critical for the global workforce.

Malaysian teachers report high levels of burnout. Apart from teaching, they are burdened with extensive administrative paperwork, data entry for the MOE, and managing co-curricular activities. This administrative load often detracts