When schools become zones of confrontation between parents and teachers

Parents and students protested against strict disciplinary policies at schools in Devon and Cornwall, including restrictions on toilet visits. The opposition led to the trust responsible announcing plans to disband and transfer its schools. Some parents made complaints against teachers regarding serious allegations of mistreatment.

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