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Two bearded pupils in Accrington banned from classroom | Two bearded pupils in Accrington banned from classroom |
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Two teenage boys have been barred from classes because they refused to shave off their beards. | Two teenage boys have been barred from classes because they refused to shave off their beards. |
The 14-year-old Muslim pupils were placed in "isolation" from the start of the new term at Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School in Accrington, Lancashire. | The 14-year-old Muslim pupils were placed in "isolation" from the start of the new term at Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School in Accrington, Lancashire. |
Head teacher Xavier Bowers said the decision was not a religious issue. | Head teacher Xavier Bowers said the decision was not a religious issue. |
He said it was policy to place pupils in a learning support centre when they do not comply with the school uniform. | He said it was policy to place pupils in a learning support centre when they do not comply with the school uniform. |
In a statement issued by the school through Lancashire County Council, Mr Bowers said: "I am fully aware of the sensitive nature of this issue and have done my very best to be as understanding and reasonable as possible when dealing with situations of this nature. | |
"When necessary, we place pupils in our learning support centre who do not comply with our school policy regarding uniform and appearance. | "When necessary, we place pupils in our learning support centre who do not comply with our school policy regarding uniform and appearance. |
"Here at Mount Carmel RC High School, we believe that it's important to maintain high standards in every aspect of school life, including appearance and uniform." | "Here at Mount Carmel RC High School, we believe that it's important to maintain high standards in every aspect of school life, including appearance and uniform." |
He added pupils and parents were frequently reminded of the rules on appearance. | He added pupils and parents were frequently reminded of the rules on appearance. |
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