6/ In England, the lack of legal protections against restraint and seclusion mirrors the horrifying practices Stacia describes. Children are treated as disposable rather than valued, with dignity and respect. #ICARSReport #DyingForAnEducation
2/ On Nov 28, 2018, Max went to school and never returned home. He was restrained for over an hour, leading to oxygen deprivation and, ultimately, his death. This practice devastated Max’s family—and continues to harm children globally. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
Image of a young girl with a solemn expression, accompanied by a quote from a parent/carer testimony: 'I have no trust in the school at all. They hide behind an outdated outstanding Ofsted rating which they seem to think makes them invulnerable. All the while there is a layer of abuse taking place which NHS services & LA services seem to deem to be completely acceptable.' Below the quote are images of 'The ICARS Report' and 'The Testimonies' books, alongside logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic, and the website link 'theicarsreport.com' with the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation.
💔 "They hide behind an outstanding Ofsted rating... while abuse takes place, deemed acceptable by NHS & LA services."
The ICARS Report sheds light on the abusive practices of restraint and seclusion hidden in plain sight. Children deserve better.
📖 theicarsreport.com
#DyingForAnEducation
Cover of 'The ICARS Report England' featuring a graphic hand composed of words like 'trauma,' 'PTSD,' and 'crisis,' symbolizing the impact of restraint and seclusion in schools. A highlighted quote reads: 'My son has had two breakdowns, now confirmed school-based trauma.' Below are the ICARS logo, NeuroClastic logo, and website link 'theicarsreport.com' with the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation.
💔 "My son has had two breakdowns, now confirmed school-based trauma."
The ICARS Report England exposes the devastating reality of restraint and seclusion in schools. Children deserve safety, not trauma.
📖 Learn more: theicarsreport.com
#DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
Image featuring a close-up of a young boy's face, partially in shadow, conveying distress. Overlaid text reads: 'Physically restrained for 4 years, closed in a cupboard-style tiny room for full days on his own. Daily threats, left with no food. A full diagnosis of PTSD was given.' This is attributed to 'Parent / Carer Testimony.' At the bottom, images of the ICARS reports are displayed alongside logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic, the website 'theicarsreport.com,' and the hashtag '#DyingForAnEducation.
Physically restrained, locked in isolation, threatened, and left without food—for 4 years. This child now lives with PTSD. Restraint and seclusion have no place in education. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
Image featuring the ICARS Report England with the title 'Restraint and Seclusion in England's Schools.' The cover displays a handprint filled with words like 'Trauma,' 'Flashbacks,' 'Nightmares,' and 'Suicide,' representing the impact of restrictive practices. To the left, a quote reads: 'He is now petrified of school. If you say the word school, he runs out of the house, and hides at the bottom of the garden. He also has nightmares.' This is attributed to a parent testimony from the ICARS Report England. At the bottom, logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic are displayed alongside the website 'theicarsreport.com' and the hashtag '#DyingForAnEducation.'"
Restraint and seclusion have devastating, lasting effects. This child is now terrified of school, suffering nightmares and overwhelming fear. No child should endure this. theicarsreport.com #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
"Illustration of a child standing in a dimly lit hallway, viewed from behind, conveying a somber mood. Overlaid text reads: 'My son had to leave education in Year 3 as he was being withheld and secluded so often, it caused PTSD and even 4 years on he still wakes up screaming.' Below this is credited as 'Parent / Carer Testimony.' At the bottom, images of The ICARS Report and The ICARS Report (Testimonies) are displayed alongside logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic, with the website 'theicarsreport.com' and the hashtag '#DyingForAnEducation' prominently displayed."
Restraint and seclusion leave scars that last a lifetime. This child, forced to leave school in Year 3, still wakes up screaming years later. We must protect children from these harmful practices. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
The image shows a testimony from a parent or carer included in "The ICARS Report." The quote reads: "He now has a diagnosis of anxiety disorder, and I believe this was brought on by the amount of physical restraints and seclusions he has been subject to. He became afraid of the colour blue; I believe this was because of the amount of time he was put in the 'blue room.'" The background is a dark blue gradient, and at the bottom left are images of the ICARS report covers. The ICARS and NeuroClastic logos appear in the lower middle, with the website "theicarsreport.com" and hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation" displayed at the bottom right.
Imagine a child so traumatized by restraint they develop a fear of a color. This isn’t education—it’s harm. No child should endure this. It's time for laws and protection across England's schools/ #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
The image features a padded room as the background with a testimonial from a parent or carer in white text, accompanied by the ICARS logo and branding. The quote reads: "We had never had to restrain our child ever, we felt they were just dealing with the situation in the easiest solution for them not her. Often restraining just escalated the situation and was then sent to a padded room to calm down!!!!" Below the quote, it is attributed to "Parent / Carer Testimony." The ICARS Report is visually represented with two report covers, and the ICARS and NeuroClastic logos appear alongside the website theicarsreport.com and the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation.
No child should be restrained as the 'easiest solution.' This parent’s testimony highlights how restraint escalated situations, causing further harm. It's time to prioritize disability- informed approaches in education. #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
An image showing children walking in school uniforms with an overlaid testimony text. The text reads: "Bruises to arms chest ribs, black eyes and nail marks in his shoulders that were bleeding. Locked in time out room for the whole school day just to be let out for lunch and put back in again till home time." The quote is attributed to a "Parent / Carer Testimony." At the bottom, there are visuals of two report covers: The ICARS Report and The ICARS Report: The Testimonies, along with the ICARS and NeuroClastic logos. The text "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation" appear in the lower right corner.
Bruised, bleeding, and locked in a 'time-out' room all day—this is the devastating reality some children endure in schools. No child should suffer like this. It's time for change. 💔 #DyingForAnEducation theicarsreport.com
An image featuring a puzzle background with a red puzzle piece labeled "POLICY." Overlaid text reads: "I’ve insisted school follow the equality act and make reasonable adjustments to the behaviour policy. They say they don’t have to." This is attributed to a "Parent / Carer Testimony." At the bottom, there are visuals of two report covers: The ICARS Report and The ICARS Report: The Testimonies, along with the ICARS and NeuroClastic logos. The text "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation" appear in the lower right corner.
I insisted the school follow the Equality Act and make reasonable adjustments to the behavior policy. They said, 'We don’t have to.' This is why we fight for change. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
An image divided into two sections. The left section has a black background with bold white text that reads: "There were no effective routes for respondents to be informed about restraint and seclusion, to contribute to behaviour plans, or to recommend alternatives that would eliminate the use of restrictive practices." Below this, the logo for the International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion (ICARS) is displayed. The right section features a textured orange background with black text in a quotation format: "There was a sense that the school believed my child was wilfully refusing to follow instructions, when in fact he was so distressed he was no longer able to follow verbal instructions. The school refused to put in place strategies to support my child." At the bottom, the text credits "The ICARS Report Restraint and Seclusion in England’s Schools © 2023" and includes the website "theicarsreport.com" along with "PAGE 22 / 40" in the lower right corner.
Parents deserve to be informed, included, and empowered to help eliminate harmful practices in schools. Yet, many are left out of critical decisions, and children are misunderstood instead of supported. It's time for change. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
A graphic addressing the lack of transparency in sharing records about restraint and seclusion incidents. The left side features bold text: "Records are rarely shared with respondents, and there was little transparency." On the right, a quote details a parent's experience: "The only thing I was informed about was that they were not allowing him to take part in various lessons/activities. I wasn’t told about restraints until I witnessed an incident and I demanded to know how often it was happening and to see a copy of any reports. After a lot of asking and them trying to stall, I was given over 40 incident reports, and reading through them made me feel sick! Other parents mentioned things their children were saying, and my other son was upset as he had seen his brother 'dragged down the corridor.' There was also a few times where he has rub marks on his skin, and still has a scar on his face from a teacher’s ring catching his face." The graphic includes the ICARS logo and mentions "The ICARS Report Restraint and Seclusion in England's Schools © 2023" at the bottom
Transparency matters. Too often, parents are left in the dark about restraint and seclusion incidents. This powerful testimony from the ICARS Report highlights why change is needed. Every child deserves safety, dignity, and accountability. #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation
Image showing a parent / carer testimony from The ICARS Report: 'Held on the floor for over 30 minutes awaiting arrival of parent. Removed from class and put in a separate room. Devastating.' The background features children sitting on a brick wall in school uniforms. The ICARS Report covers are displayed at the bottom left, alongside the website theicarsreport.com and the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation.
"Held on the floor for over 30 minutes… Removed from class and put in a separate room. Devastating."
This is the reality for too many children. Restraint and seclusion cause harm. It’s time for accountability and change. #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
Graphic showing a child standing alone in a dimly lit room, gazing at a window. The accompanying text reads: 'Everyone understands that a blind child can't be forced to read fine print through behavior management. Instead, they're given necessary accommodations like Braille or audiobooks. But because neurodevelopmental disabilities are more complex and diverse, individual needs often get ignored. Instead of understanding and meeting these needs, the focus shifts to controlling behavior, silencing the child’s basic need for support.' At the bottom, the ICARS logo, report covers, and the website theicarsreport.com are displayed with the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation
Blind children are given Braille or audiobooks, not punished for needing support. So why are neurodivergent children met with control instead of accommodations? It's time to prioritize understanding of disabilty over behavior management. #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARS
The image features a young boy dressed in a school uniform, sitting by a window with a distressed expression. Text over the image reads: "Complex PTSD, suicidal thoughts, low self-esteem, no confidence, won't go anywhere near a previous school, can't mention headteacher at all! Parent / Carer Testimony." The ICARS Report covers are visible in the bottom left corner, alongside the ICARS and NeuroClastic logos, with a website link: "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation.
Children are being left with lifelong trauma from harmful practices in schools. Complex PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and destroyed confidence shouldn’t be the cost of an education. #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARS
A young girl in a school uniform looks directly into the camera with a serious expression. The text on the image reads: 'Will never be able to attend school again. Extensive trauma. Parent/Carer Testimony.' Below the text, the ICARS Report England cover is displayed alongside the website URL 'theicarsreport.com' and the hashtag '#DyingForAnEducation.' Logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic are positioned at the bottom right
Children deserve safe, supportive schools—not trauma.
The ICARS Report reveals the devastating impact of restraint & seclusion practices in England’s schools. It’s time for change.
📖 Read more: theicarsreport.com
#DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARS
A child in a school uniform stands with their head down, appearing distressed, against a background of a classroom door and radiator. The text overlay reads: 'Bruises, blood to surface of the skin, grazes, black eyes, nail marks which have taken skin off and bleeding.' This is attributed to a 'Parent / Carer Testimony.' At the bottom left, there is an image of 'The ICARS Report' with a handprint graphic labeled with terms like 'trauma,' 'injury,' 'fear,' and 'suicide.' The text also includes the website 'theicarsreport.com' and the hashtag '#DyingForAnEducation,' alongside logos for ICARS and NeuroClastic
Testimonies like these highlight the urgent need to protect children in schools. Restraint and seclusion leave lasting scars—physically and emotionally. Every child deserves to feel safe and supported. #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARSReport theicarsreport.com
ICARS logo featuring a circular design with an orange border. The text 'ICARS' is prominently displayed in bold white letters with an orange striped pattern above it. Below, the words 'International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion' are written in white on a black background, emphasizing the coalition mission.
At ICARS, we remain steadfast in our mission to protect children. We are not funded by,nor have we ever or will ever take money from entities profiting from restraint training. Our work is rooted in integrity, advocacy,and safer, trauma-free solutions. ✊
#AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation #ICARS
13/ The ICARS Report England shares the voices of 560 families whose children endured restraint and seclusion in schools. As the largest global dataset of lived experiences, it’s a powerful call to action.Their stories demand change.
👉 theicarsreport.com
#DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARS
Image of The ICARS Report England cover with an orange spine and bold black text. A prominent hand graphic on the cover is filled with words such as 'trauma,' 'PTSD,' 'flashbacks,' 'fear,' and 'suicide,' symbolizing the impacts of restraint and seclusion. The ICARS and NeuroClastic logos appear at the bottom alongside the website link 'theicarsreport.com' and the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation. Social media handles @icarsbanrands (Twitter) and @againrestraint (Facebook) are displayed in the top right corner.
🚨🧵1/ The ICARS Report England exposes systemic abuse of restraint and seclusion in schools. Disabled children, especially autistic students, are disproportionately harmed. Here’s why urgent change is needed. ⬇️ #DyingForAnEducation #ICARS #AgainstRestraint
Image featuring the cover of 'The ICARS Report England' with an orange spine and a hand graphic filled with words like 'trauma,' 'PTSD,' and 'suicide.' To the left, a parent testimony reads: 'My son was kept in a storeroom in primary school, another parent witnessed him being dragged by his arms by two teachers into the room and the door held shut. It was a storeroom full of old computers, pieces of wood and shelving, no windows and not at all a safe space.' The ICARS logo and website (theicarsreport.com) appear below, along with the hashtag #DyingForAnEducation and a note of partnership with NeuroClastic.
No child should endure this. 💔
A parent recounts the horrific treatment their son faced, as detailed in The ICARS Report England. It’s time to end restraint and seclusion abuses in schools and institutions.
Learn more: theicarsreport.com
#DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint #ICARS
Thank you for the support! 🥰✌️🌎 We’re busy organizing all our content to bring it over to BlueSky—bear with us as we get everything set up! Excited to connect here! #AgainstRestraint #DyingForAnEducation #RestraintandSeclusion
A graphic featuring a quote from an English parent's testimony in the ICARS Report England. The quote reads: "The deputy head said, 'If we told you every time we used restraint we’d be on the phone every 5 minutes and I’m sure you’ve got enough to do.'" The background is black with geometric shapes in gray and orange. In the bottom-left corner, a black-and-white image of a young girl looking down appears. The ICARS logo and the website "theicarsreport.com" are displayed at the bottom, along with the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation."
"If we told you every time we used restraint, we’d be on the phone every 5 minutes."
This isn’t accountability—it’s negligence. Every child deserves safety, not silence. Read more in ICARS Report England theicarsreport.com #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint"
Alt text: A graphic featuring a quote from a parent's testimony describing the traumatic experiences of their son, who was restrained at school. The quote reads: "Bruised, red marks on neck, full of tears telling me what happened. Sometimes they told us what happened, one time two big men over 6 foot both held my son together he was 7 they pinned him on the floor." To the right is the cover of "The ICARS Report England - The Testimonies," with a graphic of a hand filled with words such as "Trauma," "Fear," and "PTSD." At the bottom, the website "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation"
"Bruised, red marks on neck, full of tears telling me what happened."
No child should endure this. Restraint is not education—it’s harm. Read the testimonies and join the movement to end abusive practice: theicarsreport.com #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
Alt text: A solemn young boy in a school uniform stands by a window, looking distressed. To the left is the cover of "The ICARS Report England," featuring a black handprint graphic labeled with words like "Trauma," "PTSD," and "Suicide." Overlaid text describes a parent's testimony about their son being traumatized by restraint and seclusion practices in school, including incidents of physical restraint, sensory distress, and emotional harm. The testimony highlights the severe impact on the child's mental health and well-being. At the bottom, the website "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation" are displayed.
"My son was traumatized by restraint at school: his arm twisted, sensory aids removed, hands pinned to a table. Now, he harms himself to avoid going back. This must stop. Read The ICARS Report: theicarsreport.com #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint
Alt text: An illustrated image of a teacher with glasses sitting in a classroom surrounded by books and papers. To the left is the cover of "The ICARS Report England" with a black handprint graphic containing the words "Trauma, Harm, PTSD, Suicide," and other text indicating the report focuses on restraint and seclusion in England's schools. The quote reads, "It wasn’t until I moved schools that I realised that things could be done differently. Both schools were good schools and staff were caring in both schools, they wanted the best for the children. But in my new school things were different because they didn’t use restraint." Below the quote, it is attributed to a SEND Teacher – England. The website address "theicarsreport.com" and the hashtag "#DyingForAnEducation" are displayed at the bottom.
"‘It wasn’t until I moved schools that I realised things could be done differently.’
Powerful words from a SEND teacher in England. Restraint should not be standard practice there are better, safer ways. Learn more in The ICARS Report theicarsreport.com #DyingForAnEducation #AgainstRestraint"
