France is facing potential closures – total or partial – of up to 500 schools due to ongoing student protests. The unrest has resulted in significant damage to educational facilities across the country, with Education Minister claiming 24 schools have been “burned or ransacked” since the movement began. The extent of the closures will depend on assessments of safety and damage, but authorities are preparing for widespread disruption to education. The protests' origins and specific demands remain central to the escalating crisis, prompting concerns about the future of the academic year. This situation is placing further strain on the French education system already navigating post-pandemic challenges. Officials have yet to announce a definitive timeline for when—or if—the affected schools will reopen.