A Grade 1 pupil allegedly sexually assaulted in Hout Bay

Mluleki Mrwebi
25 February 2014

The Western Cape Department of Education today said it is aware of the Grade 1 pupil who was sexually assaulted allegedly at school. 

Provincial Education Spokesperson Paddy Attwell said this incident is very concerning and the district officials are investigating the matter. 

It is alleged that sticks were used to sexually assault the child. 

Attwell said the department has received a report about the incident and can not reveal the details as the investigation is continuing.

He added that department is guided by policies in cases such as this but it does also provide counselling to the victim and the family when needed.