Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

84% of UK Teachers Report Abuse; Calls for Safety Forum

4/18/2025

45 8

Summary

Story summary

A shocking NASUWT survey uncovers that 84% of teachers in the UK faced verbal or physical abuse last year. Wendy Exton, a former teacher, left her profession due to PTSD from student aggression. With over 80% of educators noting deteriorating behavior, there are urgent calls for a national forum to address school safety.

1 of 1

Story summary

A shocking NASUWT survey uncovers that 84% of teachers in the UK faced verbal or physical abuse last year. Wendy Exton, a former teacher, left her profession due to PTSD from student aggression. With over 80% of educators noting deteriorating behavior, there are urgent calls for a national forum to address school safety.