Izzy Montagu (top), 38, said she was told by the headteacher of Heavers Farm Primary School (bottom) in South Norwood, southeast London, that her son could not opt out of the event in June 2018. The school sent a letter to parents on 19 June inviting them to partake in a Pride march and 'celebrate the differences that make them and their family special.' A week later Mrs Montague contacted the school 'and asked for her son to be excused attendance on 29 June as they were concerned of him being involved of a public display of adherence to views which she did not accept.' Mrs Montague's request was refused by the headteacher Ms Susan Papas so the parent replied with a lengthy email on 13 July, Central London County Court heard. Mail.
