Row between Birmingham Yardley MP and muslim protest leader

The transcript discusses a school attendance issue where 600 children did not attend school. It covers mediation efforts between the school and parents, leading to a compromise. Parental concerns about the school's actions and the impact on the Muslim community are highlighted. The discussion also touches on consultation processes, exclusion zones, and behavioral issues. The transcript concludes with a reference to DfE guidelines on teaching LGBT material.

What was the initial misunderstanding regarding the number of children absent from school?

• The school was closed.

• All children were present.

• There were 600 children absent.

• Only 100 children were absent.

What was the outcome of the mediation between the school and parents?

• The parents continued their protest.

• The school ignored the parents.

• The school accepted the parents' concerns.

• The media stopped covering the issue.

How did the media play a role in the school-parent mediation process?

• The media criticized the parents.

• The media was not involved.

• The media facilitated the agreement.

• The media exaggerated the issue.

What is the main concern of parents regarding the school's curriculum?

• The absence of art classes.

• The inclusion of too much math.

• The teaching of LGBT material.

• The lack of sports activities.

According to the Department for Education guidelines, what can the head teacher decide?

• The head teacher can decide the school holidays.

• The head teacher can decide the amount of LGBT material taught.

• The head teacher can decide the school uniform.

• The head teacher can decide the lunch menu.