France Student Protests Spread as 400 Schools Close

France Student Protests Spread as 400 Schools Close

France Student Protests Spread as 400 Schools Close
general • 2026-10-02 15:14:06
A growing wave of student protests has swept across France, forcing around 400 schools and educational establishments to close on October 2. Students are protesting overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, poor school facilities and inadequate learning conditions.

The demonstrations have spread from the Paris region to cities including Marseille, Strasbourg, Toulouse and Rennes, with some clashes between protesters and police. Authorities report injuries, arrests and damage to several schools, while the education ministry has called for dialogue with student representatives and unions.

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