Recent testimonies have unveiled decades of abuse in French Catholic schools, sparking outrage and calls for justice.

Former students of Notre-Dame du Sacré-Cœur in Dax, known as "Cendrillon," and Notre-Dame-de-Garaison in Monléon-Magnoac have shared harrowing accounts of physical and sexual abuse.

Victims describe a culture of violence, with severe punishments and systemic neglect.

While some cases date back to the 1960s, many remain unaddressed due to legal prescription.

Survivors have formed collectives to seek recognition and reparations.

The Catholic Church faces mounting pressure to confront its role in these abuses, as more victims come forward to share their stories.