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flag Parents protest harsh discipline at two Essex schools after Mossbourne Federation takeover, citing mental health crises and abusive conditions.

flag Parents at Mossbourne Port Side and Fobbing Academies in Essex, following a January 2025 takeover by the Mossbourne Federation, are raising alarms over harsh disciplinary practices, including detentions for minor issues like missing a pen or sneezing, isolation without parental contact, and restricted bathroom access. flag Some students, including those with life-threatening medical conditions, have developed severe anxiety, self-harm, and allergic reactions due to stress. flag Over 150 students have been withdrawn, with families citing mental health crises and an emotionally abusive environment likened to a "Nazi regime." flag A prior report criticized Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy’s culture as harmful, involving public humiliation and shouting. flag The schools have not responded to requests for comment.

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