In West Africa, despite international and regional commitments, the right to education for girls is often compromised by pervasive violence in schools, which manifests in various forms, including sexual harassment, bullying and physical abuse. This chapter critically evaluates the legal protections available for girls against school violence in West Africa. Through a comprehensive analysis of legislative texts, case law and policy documents, it assesses the adequacy of existing legal protections and their impact on girls’ safety and educational access. It highlights the challenges faced by girls in reporting incidents of violence, including stigma, cultural barriers and inadequate institutional responses and examines the interplay between legal protections and societal attitudes towards gender-based violence. By drawing on case studies from various West African countries, the chapter illustrates the disparities in legal implementation and degrees of protection in different contexts. It concludes with recommendations for strengthening legal frameworks and the enforcement of protections.