Petition · Department for Education

Require schools to allow students refill water bottles and use the toilet

Closed 131 signatures

What the petition asks

Make it illegal to deny children of this basic right.
Students may face negative outcomes when they are not allowed to go to the toilet. This can be due to un-diagnosed conditions, menstruation, or personal reasons that we think they shouldn't have to share publicly. Denying toilet breaks can make students uncomfortable, which may lead to decreased attendance. Access to refill water bottles is also vital, especially in summer, as dehydration affects health, learning, and well-being, causing issues like fainting or headaches.

Timeline

5 Jun 2025 Petition opened for signatures
5 Dec 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 131
Status Closed
Department Department for Education
Opened 5 Jun 2025
Closed 5 Dec 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 11 Aug 2026.