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.
Signatures
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signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
- 04 FEB 2026Petition rejectedduplicate
You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action: Ban isolation rooms/booths in schools https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/734502
- 16 DEC 2025Petition created
Background
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.