The Western Cape Education Department has suspended a Grade 1 teacher from Thembalethu Primary School after a video circulating on social media showed learners eating pies and drinking juice while one child appeared to be left without food. 🍽️
The incident, which allegedly took place at the school in Thembalethu, sparked widespread criticism online after the footage showed several young learners eating snacks while another learner sat without any.
In response, the department confirmed that it had taken immediate action by suspending the teacher involved pending an investigation.
According to the department, the precautionary suspension will allow for a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding the incident and whether any school policies were violated.
Education officials said the well-being and dignity of learners remain a priority and that appropriate steps would be taken based on the outcome of the investigation.
The video has since triggered strong reactions from parents and members of the public, with many calling for accountability and greater care for learners in the classroom.
The department has urged the public to allow the investigation process to unfold before drawing final conclusions.
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