A primary school teacher has opened up about her shocking experience managing a class of 14 "feral-like" children, admitting she initially struggled to control their extreme behaviour.
The educator, who chose to remain anonymous, described how her Year 3 pupils would regularly throw chairs, scream obscenities, and even attempt to climb out of windows during lessons.
The Breaking Point
"I reached my lowest point when a child deliberately urinated on another pupil's chair," the teacher revealed. "That's when I knew I needed to completely rethink my approach."
Transformation Tactics
Through trial and error, she developed several effective strategies:
- Implementing a strict visual reward system
- Introducing "calm corners" for emotional regulation
- Using consistent, predictable routines
- Building relationships with parents
Remarkably, within six months, the classroom dynamic completely transformed. "The same children who couldn't sit still for 30 seconds are now engaged learners," she proudly shared.
The Bigger Picture
Her story highlights growing concerns about:
- Decreasing support for teachers
- The impact of pandemic disruptions
- Underfunded special educational needs provision
Education experts warn that without proper resources, such extreme cases may become more common in UK schools.
