Summary
Teachers at Westbourne Academy in Ipswich have gone on strike due to student behavior issues, which include throwing scissors and chairs, and disrupting classes. Educators are calling for better support from school leadership to manage these issues effectively, with some considering leaving teaching altogether.
Key Facts
- Teachers at Westbourne Academy walked out on strike over student behavior problems.
- Incidents include students throwing scissors and chairs at teachers.
- Some students are refusing to attend lessons and disrupting classes and exams.
- The National Education Union representatives are involved in the strike.
- School staff report a lack of consistent support from leadership to handle behavior issues.
- Four experienced teachers have left the school in the last year.
- The influence of social media and mobile phones is linked to poor student behavior.
- Parents express concerns about how smaller rule violations are punished while serious incidents are not always addressed effectively.
