The regulator declined to comment.
Deadlines investigation revealed considerable anxiety about the leadership style of principal Spencer.
Twenty people who have had personal interactions with Spencer accused her of being an erratic and occasionally intimidating individual.
ArtsEd graduation ceremony with principal Julie Spencer (front row, fifth from right).ArtsEd/YouTube
The majority of those who spoke to Deadline said they considered her behavior to be bullying.
Others shared Deadlines story on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Everyone deserved much better.
Andrew Lloyd Webber serves as ArtsEd’s president. There is no suggestion that he was aware of the allegations.
ArtsEd has been unmoved by the backlash and continues to stand by Spencer.
The email continued: We understand that the article will have come as a shock to many of you.
However, it is important to point out … that we strongly reject the allegations.
They have not created an anonymous reporting system where past/present students and staff can come forward.
They have not started a formal investigation.
The board needs to prioritise the safety & well-being of students & staff.
Where complaints are upheld, appropriate action is taken.
A representative for Lloyd Webber declined to comment on Deadlines investigation last week.
There is no suggestion that he was aware of the allegations.
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