Parents and pupils successfully campaign against strict disciplinary policies at Cornwall and Devon schools
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Parents and pupils successfully campaign against strict disciplinary policies at Cornwall and Devon schools

1 hours ago · Originally published 3 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: How parents and pupils took on 'cruel', 'authoritarian' schools - and won
Families and staff campaigned against restrictive rules at Athena Learning Trust schools, including policies that limited toilet access during lessons. Following widespread protests and pressure from local representatives, the trust has announced it will disband and transfer its schools to new management. This shift marks a significant change for the pupils and parents who sought to address concerns over the impact of these disciplinary measures.
Source: BBC News UK Cornwall
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