Parents have sued a special school, alleging that their autistic children were shoved and locked in padded “calming rooms” that they describe as inhumane. The case raises concerns about safeguarding, restraint and the use of isolation for vulnerable pupils.

The allegations concern rooms intended to help regulate distress, but the parents contend they were used inappropriately and caused harm. The article does not provide further details in the supplied text about the school, the number of children involved or the legal response.