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Bangkok School Aide Dismissed After Disciplining Five-Year-Old
A school aide in Bangkok has been forced to resign following allegations of humiliating a five-year-old student by forcing him to stand undressed in front of his class.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, a school aide in Bangkok has been dismissed from her position after allegedly subjecting a five-year-old boy to severe disciplinary action. The incident involved the aide forcing the child to remove his school uniform and underwear, leaving him only in his socks, and making him stand in front of his classroom as a form of public humiliation. The child reportedly became traumatized and refused to return to school following the event.
On September 4, 2026, the child’s parents met with Pavena Hongsakula of the Pavena Foundation, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, and education officials to address the grievance. Following the meeting, advisor Kasee Chantrapraphawat confirmed that the aide was ordered to resign immediately to ensure accountability and prevent future occurrences. Officials stated that they intend to propose new training programs for teachers and aides within the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to improve child safety and care standards.
For residents and families in Bangkok, this incident highlights ongoing discussions regarding school conduct and the protection of minors in educational settings. While the aide has been removed, the situation remains under investigation. Police are scheduled to conduct a formal interview with the child, assisted by multidisciplinary professionals, on Monday to further clarify the details of the incident.