The survey of 700 young carers aged six to 18 found that 60 per cent do not feel their teachers understand what life is like for them, 38 per cent worry abut the person they care about while at school and 39 per cent said that none of their teachers are aware of their caring role.
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers chief executive Carole Cochrane said: "It is shocking to discover that so many young carers have to endure bullying, mental health problems and a lack of support from their teachers, all because they care for a family member who is unable to cope without their help.
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