Madonna holds 'daily court' for kids

Madonna has been using daily 'court sessions' to assess the behaviour of her four children, a report claims.

According to The Mirror, the singer expects the youngsters to visit her office and provide testimony before listening to her judgements each day.

It is believed that the system is based on a Kabbalah doctrine called Spirituality For Kids, which encourages strict programmes of discipline in the household.

An insider revealed: "Madonna firmly believes children are answerable for their behaviour and everyday actions. David Banda and Mercy, guided by Lourdes or Madonna, stand about a desk in her office, discussing what they did during the day, and whether they've been good or bad.

"Madonna, acting as judge, gives her feedback and if the youngsters lose their tempers, they have to pause, and suggest better ways they could have behaved. Madonna is basically trying to establish a code of behaviour in the house according to Kabbalah principles."

The Queen of Pop was recently photographed with an injured ankle following a performance in Paris.