Pupils at Duncombe Primary School in Islington, north London, have strong views on whether or not children should be left at home alone.
It's something they've been talking about in circle time discussions, designed to give children the chance to raise issues they are concerned about in a relaxed environment.
Barrie O'Shea, head teacher at the school, says the subject has sparked lively debates.
"The children were quite clear that they thought they shouldn't be left home unattended, even if they were capable of looking after themselves and their siblings," he explains.
The issue has also come up in discussions with children's services colleagues, O'Shea says.
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