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French Education Ministry Launches Inquiry into Le Beau Rameau Over Child Protection Failures

Education Minister Élisabeth Borne orders a deeper investigation following a report revealing teacher misconduct, procedural gaps, and violations of student rights at the Catholic private school.

Overview

  • An inspection conducted in March 2025 by the Bordeaux rectorate uncovered significant compliance failures at Le Beau Rameau, including deficiencies in child protection protocols.
  • Education Minister Élisabeth Borne announced a formal administrative inquiry to address these issues, emphasizing the need for immediate corrective measures.
  • Student testimonies implicated two teachers in repeated instances of humiliating and mocking behavior, with recommendations for further investigation into their conduct.
  • The inspection report highlighted the absence of a formalized process for reporting and managing incidents of violence and sexual aggression, including unresolved cases from 2024.
  • Additional concerns include mandatory religious practices during school hours and restrictive policies, such as restroom bans, contravening student well-being and freedom of conscience.

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