Sign up Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy noticeParents have criticised strict new school rules which include "always smiling", never looking out the window and even asking permission to pick up a pen. The new rules were delivered to parents in an e-booklet, along with three videos explaining the research and the reason behind them. (Image: Rob Browne)But other parents were in favour of the rules, with the headteacher saying that most families agree with them. Another wrote: "I think the main bulk of this is absolutely fine and these rules should be in every school; children don't have respect these days." "We always value feedback from students and parents but I’m confident that the amendments will help to improve our already great school."

Source: Daily Mirror July 03, 2021 12:22 UTC