School bans all jewellery as pupils protest rule 'takes away our identity'

Youngsters at a Lytham secondary school have accused the powers that be of taking away their identity by refusing to allow them to wear any jewellery at all.

In the petition, signed by more than 170 people, the pupil said: "I believe this is taking away our identity, the ban is not necessary at all, and wearing earrings does not affect our education or bring down our appearance in any way. Jewellery is one of the only forms of expression and individuality at St Bedes and [headteacher] Mr Marsden and the councillors are trying to take that away from us so we can 'look presentable'.

In a lengthy statement sent to LancsLive St Bede's deputy headteacher Reuben Gabrasadig defended the change in policy. He also questioned if those who had signed the petition had any involvement at the school. "It is regrettable that there seems to be some misunderstanding about the slight amendment to our uniform policy. I wish to clarify that we affirm the right of pupils to wear religious items. Our policy contains reference to the legal rights and duties which we uphold. We also permit the use of earring retainers for children who wish to wear these. However, we wish to clarify that jewellery or other aesthetic items, such as make-up, are not required or necessary for children in schools.

United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Newcastle land £38m deal for Eddie Howe favourite as Saint-Maximin nears Saudi exitNewcastle have reached an agreement with Leicester City to sign Harvey Barnes with the winger set to join Eddie Howe's side this summer.
Source: F365 - 🏆 5. / 97 Read more »

Allan Saint-Maximin transfer makes every sense - Newcastle United fans are kidding themselvesNewcastle United fans are kidding themselves - Allan Saint-Maximin transfer makes every sense.
Source: NUFCTheMag - 🏆 124. / 51 Read more »

Allan Saint-Maximin medical booked ahead of joining Firmino, Mendy and MahrezAllan Saint-Maximin medical booked ahead of joining Firmino, Mendy and Mahrez NUFC
Source: NUFCTheMag - 🏆 124. / 51 Read more »

Five things you should know (and might have forgotten) about physics from schoolHow much do you remember from your school science lessons? Listen to our “Babbage” podcast for some helpful reminders 🔭📚🔬
Source: TheEconomist - 🏆 6. / 92 Read more »

Teenage boy charged with arson after Goosnargh primary school fireThe 13-year-old boy has been charged with starting two fires which have been in the school grounds of the primary school in Goosnargh in the past month prestonpolice
Source: blogpreston - 🏆 82. / 55 Read more »

Thomas Telford Multi-Academy Trust plans to build new primary school at East Priorslee residential developmentThomas Telford School has proposed to build a new two-storey primary school at the centre of the Miller Homes East Priorslee residential development on Castle Farm Way
Source: ShropshireStar - 🏆 98. / 51 Read more »