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An academy trust is launching an independent investigation at a Solihull school for children with additional needs after the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ contacted them about allegations of "bullying by teachers". The Heights Academy, in Smith's Wood, opened in September 2023, promising a "unique educational approach" tailored to pupils who are autistic or have mental health needs. But some parents have expressed concern about the school's culture, with one accusing bosses of "mis-selling them a dream". The Forward Education Trust, which runs the school, said it was aware of concerns raised about the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision and would commission a "thorough and transparent" investigation. One mother, Amy, told the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ she had taken her son Cooper, who is autistic and has dyspraxia and anxiety, out of the school after just one year.