The Administrative Court of the State Council in Egypt is set to consider a lawsuit filed today, October 11, 2026, seeking to revoke the license of Cedar International School. The lawsuit, filed by a lawyer representing the victims, names the Minister of Education, the Director of the Cairo Education Directorate, the Director of the Education Administration in Nasr City, and the Chairman and owner of Cedar School as defendants.
According to the lawsuit, the school is accused of failing to prevent the abuse of five kindergarten students, who were allegedly kidnapped and assaulted by four school employees on November 20, 2025. The incident was reported to the Public Prosecution, which launched an investigation into the allegations. The victims and their families were reportedly subjected to trauma and fear as a result of the incident.
The Public Prosecution has taken statements from the five victims and their families, while maintaining the confidentiality of their identities in accordance with the law. The investigation revealed that the school employees took advantage of the children's young age and vulnerability to commit the abuse. The employees allegedly used a room in the school that was not under surveillance to carry out the assault.
The lawsuit claims that the school's management and owners failed to provide a safe environment for the students, leading to the abuse. The plaintiffs are seeking to hold the defendants accountable for their alleged negligence and to revoke the school's license. The case has sparked widespread outrage and concern about the safety and well-being of students in Egyptian schools.
The incident has raised questions about the effectiveness of school safety protocols and the vetting of employees in Egyptian schools. The Ministry of Education has faced criticism for its handling of the incident and its response to allegations of abuse in schools. The court is expected to hear evidence and testimony from the parties involved in the case.
The Cedar International School has not issued a public statement on the incident or the lawsuit. However, the school's management has faced intense scrutiny and criticism from parents and the wider community. The case is expected to have significant implications for the education sector in Egypt and may lead to changes in school safety policies and procedures.
The court hearing is scheduled to take place today, with a decision expected in the coming weeks. The outcome of the case will be closely watched by parents, educators, and human rights groups.
Key points
- A lawsuit has been filed seeking to revoke the license of Cedar International School following allegations of child abuse and assault on five kindergarten students.
- The incident has raised concerns about school safety protocols and the vetting of employees in Egyptian schools.
- The court hearing is scheduled to take place on October 11, 2026.
