A school in Dorset has removed all mirrors from its toilets, citing behaviour and congestion problems. Wey Valley Academy in Weymouth introduced the measure after pupils were reportedly gathering around the mirrors, leading to delays and overcrowding.
Headteacher Steven Dyer said the decision followed feedback from staff and students. He wrote to parents explaining that the mirrors contributed to 'congestion and behaviour issues', particularly during busy periods. 'Students were often gathering around the mirrors, which led to delays, overcrowding, and, in some cases, behaviour that made the space less comfortable for others,' he said.
The move has angered some parents. One mother of two girls described herself as 'outraged', saying that being a teenager is hard enough without removing mirrors. She noted that her daughter's friend had to remove a piercing without a mirror to do so safely. Another parent argued that mirrors are not just for vanity and may be needed by students with eye issues.
Mr Dyer maintained that the change has already made a 'noticeable improvement' in keeping the toilets 'calmer, safer, and more focused on their intended use'. The school's priority, he said, is to maintain a safe and positive environment for all students.
