KP CS inaugurates expanded daycare & learning centre

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jun, 2026) Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shahab Ali Shah, on Thursday inaugurated Phase-II of the Daycare and Learning Centre at the Civil Secretariat Peshawar, significantly expanding its facilities to accommodate a growing number of children of government employees.

The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Additional Chief Secretary (General) Abid Majeed, Secretary Administration Shahid Sohail Khan, and other senior officers.

During the visit, he toured various sections of the upgraded facility and reviewed the newly added services and infrastructure.

Deputy Secretary Dr. Iza Arshad briefed the Chief Secretary on the expansion project, highlighting the need for enhanced childcare services within the Civil Secretariat.

She informed participants that the existing daycare facility, established in 2018, had the capacity to accommodate only 12 children despite a demand from more than 164 children of employees.

According to the briefing, a comprehensive needs assessment revealed that the Civil Secretariat has 224 female employees with an estimated 164 children between the ages of 0 and 5 years, underscoring the need for a larger and more professionally managed childcare facility.

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The newly expanded centre has increased capacity to accommodate more than 30 children across different age groups and features improved infrastructure designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment.

The facility includes Montessori-based learning activities aimed at promoting cognitive and social development, while child safety measures such as EVA foam flooring, safety-proof furniture, and hazard-free rooms have been introduced.

To ensure quality care, the centre has been equipped with enhanced staffing, including a qualified Montessori teacher, a nurse, and trained childcare assistants. Additional measures include daily health screenings, regular sanitization of surfaces, and dedicated feeding and rest areas to promote children's health and well-being.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary appreciated the initiative and said that providing quality childcare facilities is essential for enabling working parents, particularly women, to perform their professional responsibilities effectively.

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