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IOL reports that a Stellenbosch teacher has resigned after allegations of sexual offences relating to a pupil arose. The teacher who taught at Idas Valley Primary School was arrested on 22 September and was released on bail on 8 October.
The alleged incident did not occur at school. Western Cape Education Department spokesperson Bronagh Hammond indicated: “A teacher was arrested on September 22, 2021 for an incident that allegedly took place after school and not on the school premises. The teacher resigned and it is a deemed dismissal. He is currently out on bail. Support for the pupil is ongoing. Support to pupils and staff has also been arranged.” The news of the allegations against the teacher spread shock waves through the community. The school released a communication on Monday on its Facebook page and assured parents that it would do everything in its power to ensure the safety of pupils.
- Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Robin-Lee Francke at IOL
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