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Primary Teachers Alarmed by Eating Disorders in Students Across England
March 31, 2026
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New survey finds nearly 50% of primary school teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, while 80% of secondary teachers report the same issue amid rising mental health concerns.
A concerning new survey conducted by the UK's largest education union has shed light on the growing mental health crisis affecting students across England. The poll of over 10,000 teachers in English state schools has revealed that almost half of primary school teachers are witnessing pupils with eating disorders at least occasionally, with the rate rising to a staggering four in five among secondary school teachers.
The survey findings paint a grim picture of the challenges faced by young people in the education system, with teachers also reporting an
