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Parents asked not to wear pyjamas on school run

The headteacher of a primary school in Darlington has written to parents asking them to 'dress appropriately' when dropping their children off.

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Parents fear 'scum' label after pyjama letter

A request for parents to stop wearing their pyjamas on the school run has divided opinion at a primary school in Darlington.

Some parents say that not getting dressed for school is 'shameful', while others have criticised the letter for bringing them unwelcome attention.

Meanwhile, Skerne Park Academy headteacher, Kate Chisholm has defended her choice to ask parents asking them to stop wearing pyjamas on the school run.

Ms Chisholm has said despite all the media attention, she would send the letter again for the sake of improving standards at the school.

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