A column by Annette Kellow published by Mail Online describes different “types” of mothers the author says can be found around private school gates, presenting examples intended to show that some parents appear outwardly perfect while facing stress or other difficulties.

The piece includes a sensational claim that a “stressed parent” allegedly uses “Class A” drugs, described as taking them in chocolate. It is framed as personal commentary on private school culture rather than as a reported investigation, and the available information in the provided text centers on the author’s characterizations rather than verifiable, externally sourced details.

Because the supplied material comes only from the Daily Mail/Mail Online outlet and does not include corroborating accounts or official responses, other outlets’ perspectives on the same claims are not available here. As presented, the main angle is the author’s sweeping categorization of parents and her emphasis on alleged hidden hardship among those associated with private schooling.