KUALA LUMPUR: Parents should brace for an increase of up to 40% in nursery and kindergarten fees with the new minimum wage in effect. The Putrajaya Nursery and Kindergarten Operator Association (Puspajaya) said while it supported the increase of the minimum wage to RM1,500, parents should also understand the need to increase fees in line with the rise in operating costs. ALSO READ: Health DG: 82,846 HFMD cases reported as of June 4A study conducted by Puspajaya predicted that the hike will be between 20% and 40%, Husna said. “We hope parents understand that the hike is to cover our operational fees, as well as food and ensuring their children's comfort," she said. “The RM180 subsidy per child should also be increased to RM300 given the costs that parents are bearing now,” she added.

Source: The Star June 09, 2022 09:29 UTC