Is it ever ok for a teacher to say to students “ you are f*g hopeless” and other such phrases during a 15 minute rant? Three kids had not passed in some coursework (year 11/gcse) and this was the trigger for the outburst of swearing and general put-downs, aimed at the whole class. My DD had passed in her coursework- but is really stressed out by this teacher. I get that teachers are under pressure but does this warrant an email to school?