A high-profile investigation continues in Seville over a tragedy that has shaken the city: the parents of fourteen-year-old Sandra Peña, who took her own life after prolonged bullying at school, are demanding that authorities impose the strictest measures on the educational institution. The family is convinced that the inaction of the Irlandesas de Loreto school administration was one of the causes of the incident.
Almost a month has passed since the girl’s death, yet school officials have still not met with her parents. In this period, an administrative case has been opened against the institution, while the juvenile prosecutor’s office is conducting its own investigation. Sandra’s relatives insist that the punishment should not just be a formality, but truly substantial—so that similar situations do not happen again.
According to the family, Sandra’s mother repeatedly appealed to the school management, providing documents from psychologists and demanding her daughter be moved to a different class. However, her requests were ignored. The family believes that overlooking the problem and the lack of basic support from teachers led to the tragedy.
Authorities in Andalusia have already stated that if serious violations are found, the school could lose its right to receive state funding and even its license to operate. Alongside the prosecutor’s investigation, an internal review is underway, the outcome of which will determine possible sanctions.
Public response and authorities’ reaction
The case has sparked widespread public outcry not only in Seville, but throughout the country. Many parents and human rights advocates are calling for stricter enforcement of anti-bullying protocols in schools. Sandra’s family emphasizes that their goal is not revenge, but the prevention of further tragedies. They hope the authorities will take decisive action so that no other family has to face such indifference again.
Regional authorities note that they support the family and are committed to seeing the case through to the end. Other government agencies, including the children’s rights ombudsman, have also joined the investigation. The review is expected to conclude in the near future, with an official decision to be announced regarding the future of Irlandesas de Loreto school.
Potential Implications for the Education System
Experts believe this case could become a turning point for the entire education system of Andalusia. If the school is given the maximum penalty, it will send a clear message to other institutions: ignoring bullying complaints is unacceptable. Sandra Peña’s parents are convinced that this is the only way to achieve real change and protect children from future tragedies.
