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Over 200 Students Suspended Amid Controversial School Policies

7/23/2025

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St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy in Merseyside has suspended over 200 students in just three weeks due to its new strict behavior policies. Parents are voicing concerns, labeling the measures as excessive and detrimental to mental health. Meanwhile, the headteacher insists these changes are vital for fostering a calmer, more positive school environment.

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St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy in Merseyside has suspended over 200 students in just three weeks due to its new strict behavior policies. Parents are voicing concerns, labeling the measures as excessive and detrimental to mental health. Meanwhile, the headteacher insists these changes are vital for fostering a calmer, more positive school environment.