Allegations

[Lizrachal]

My LO has been falsely accused of something inappropriate at school (7yo). I had a meeting with the head teacher. I told them it was not something my child would do…whilst I appreciate these allegations need to be treated seriously…the headteacher did not even give the benefit of the doubt. The incident has not had any witnesses….they said they need to act on the side of the ‘victim’. I spoke to my child and they denied the allegations as expected and I believe my LO without a doubt.

Now my child has no friends in their class, the time spent at school is miserable due to these lies. I feel so sad that my LO is now spending all their breaks alone, I’m also furious that surely dinner ladies/teacher should intervene if a child is alone at break time.

We have not been told who made the allegations which is torture at the school pick up as I’m just suspicious of anyone.

What would you do?

Hi , it's very hard to give advice or suggestions without knowing what the allegations are . I can appreciate the situation must be very difficult for you though .

I know. I didn’t want to give too much away 🫤

Sounds Ike a Safeguarding issue. Why are the children shunning him if you din't know who made the complaint. 7yo are not always the most reliable, especially if they think they will get into trouble,

Yes it’s a safeguarding issue. They aren’t allowed to tell you who. I have my suspicions. I made sure my LO knew they wouldn’t be any trouble they just need to tell the truth.

Did the school ask your dc for his version? If it is a Safeguarding risk no-one should be leading his account. What action was taken if any ?

They spoke to my Lo and told him not too do it! Only action was telling teaching staff to keep and eye on both children.

So how would the other children know about it? It seems an odd scenario but without more info it is difficult to assess whether school has acted appropriately. is the head the designated safeguarding lead?

I’m sorry if you’re unable to give more info, then it’s hard for anyone to advise. But it seems your child has been accused of something, there is no evidence of this, but all the kids have believed rhe other child.

I think maybe moving your kid for a fresh start. You can’t force a whole class to believe them sadly

Yes the head is designated safeguarding lead. My LO friend is now refusing to play with my LO and has taken the group with them and they just tell my LO to go away! It’s very sad 😢