Investigation of allegations of teacher bullying

An Academy Trust is starting an independent investigation at an independent school for children with additional needs after BBC contacted the allegations of “bullying by teachers”.

Heights Academy, in Smith’s Wood, was opened in September 2023, which promises “unique educational approaches” to suit students who are authentic or need mental health.

But some parents have expressed concern about the school’s culture, one of which has accused them of “a dream”.

The Forward Education Trust, which runs the school, said that it was known about the concerns raised about special educational requirements and the provisions about the provision and would commission the investigation.

A mother, Amy, told the BBC that she had taken her son Cooper, who is autistic and she had dysprexia and anxiety out of school only after a year.

He alleged that the 12 -year -old man was “consistently targeted” by a teacher for several months, claiming that the case was “not investigated” by the Trust Boss.

Asked if the allegations of bullying by teachers would be included in the investigation, the Trust said that further comment would be “unfair”.

With a degree in education, a full -time carer Amy said that her son has now been out of education since October 2024.

Amy said, “We were opened in the evening and worked properly.”

“I would like they understand the loss done to my child.

“School is a place where children should feel safe, thrive and make memories, not to come home about going the next day.”

The BBC understands that a WhatsApp group has been installed with more than a dozen concerned parents.

Labor Councilor Hazel Drkins said that he personally spoke to the parents of seven different children.

The concerns raised to them include claims of members of employees showing “bullying” behavior, children are being kept in isolation to become emotional, and at least one disciple is a case of escape.

“Some parents have mentioned that teachers do not know how to handle (a child), there is a meltdown,” said Drkins.

“A room should be available for them, so that they remain calm and go back to the text.

Simon Dillax, Chief Executive Officer of Forward Education Trust, stressed that the boss was committed to the safety and goodness of the students.

He said that due to starting on Monday 3 March, former CEOs of a special school trust will be appointed to look into the complaints.

“As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, we will begin an independent investigation to fully assess these concerns,” said Mr. Dilks.

“Once we agree on some details, a more full time -line may be advised to interested parties.”

Solihul Council said: “We are aware of some of the parents who participated in the Heights Academy.

“It is the responsibility of the Bahu-Academy Trust to investigate these concerns and we have sought assurance from the trust that it is in the train and where it is appropriate, will work together with them.”