Parents claim child abuse and financial mismanagement is rife at Glenstantia Primary School but expert says teachers often lack support.
Refugees are finding it increasingly difficult to access or complete education in South Africa.
Students say schools are often hostile to diverse sexual orientations and to gender rights.
Ignorance of the law, antagonistic authorities and overcrowding were cited as major obstacles at an education rights for refugees workshop.
New research on education rights of refugees and immigrants reveals widespread violations.