TEACHER TOLD PUPIL: I CALL YOU PRINCESS BEHIND YOUR BACK

A BIRMINGHAM teacher has been banned from the classroom after making inappropriate comments to a pupil then threatening her if she tried to blackmail him.

- NICK HORNER News Reporter

Nana Opong, head of computer science at Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls, sent the girl and another pupil a “personal” survey and refused to delete photos he had asked the girl to send him, saying he “looked at them from time to time” and they “make him happy.”

The comment came to light at a Teaching Regulation Agency's professional conduct panel hearing.

He told the girl: “When I say you are different, I mean I love the fact you like things like cuddly toys, Disney films and go to the baby section of shops.

“You have these child-like qualities and make no apologies for it. However, at the same time you have an amazing cognitive ability to process and understand challenging topics such as psychology, chemistry and biology.

“Two contrasting parts in the same person. Add to that is the fact you look amazing, and have a gentle and kind personality.”

Another comment was: “Well, you look well and rested. I am trying not to say too much... You know I call you ‘Princess’ behind your back.