Students at Connaught School for Girls have staged a counter-protest against teachers taking part in an ongoing strike.
Pupils gathered outside the school, carrying signs including ‘Kids with more respect than adults’ and ‘Nice day off?’, urging striking teachers to return to classrooms during the GCSE exam season.
Footage shared online appeared to show some staff members laughing and applauding in response, sparking criticism from parents and social media users who accused teachers of dismissing students’ concerns.
The industrial action, led by members of the National Education Union (NEU), began on April 21 and is currently scheduled to continue until at least June
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