France faces student protests over school infrastructure and admission system woes

French students have launched protests against deteriorating conditions in schools and universities, citing issues including leaking roofs, overcrowded classrooms, and a university admissions system that leaves thousands of applicants in uncertain positions.

The student movement has grown amid complaints about inadequate infrastructure and long-standing administrative challenges within the education system. Educational facilities across the country reportedly face maintenance issues and capacity constraints affecting learning conditions.

Authorities have responded to the protests with police interventions, drawing criticism over the handling of student demonstrations. The escalation has intensified debate over how the state manages both education policy and public dissent.