Make abuse of school staff a specific offence

Closed 39 signatures

What the petition asks

Make abuse of school staff by parents or adults a specific criminal offence. Adults banned from school sites for abusive conduct should face proportionate consequences, including review of government support.

School staff deserve a safe workplace free from abuse. Aggression from parents or adults undermines wellbeing, disrupts learning, and sets a damaging example for children. Current measures do not deter such behaviour. Stronger legal powers and proportionate consequences will protect staff, uphold respect for education, and ensure schools remain secure environments where teachers can focus on supporting pupils.

Timeline

20 Jan 2026	Petition opened for signatures
20 Jul 2026	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 39

Status Closed

Department Home Office

Opened 20 Jan 2026

Closed 20 Jul 2026

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