Submitted on Tuesday 16th December 2025
Rejected on Wednesday 4th February 2026
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
End isolation as a disciplinary measure and promote inclusive behaviour support
We want the Government to end the use of isolation rooms and isolation as a form of punishment in state-funded schools and to issue national guidance requiring evidence-based, inclusive behaviour support that protects children’s wellbeing, mental health and learning.
Isolation is widely used in schools despite growing evidence that it can harm children’s mental health, wellbeing and engagement with learning, particularly for vulnerable pupils and those with SEND. It does not address underlying behaviour causes and can increase distress, anxiety and disengagement. Supportive and inclusive approaches have been proven to be more effective and safer.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
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Ban isolation rooms/booths in schools
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/734502
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