Anti-Bullying

Our aim is for all pupils to learn in a supportive, caring and safe environment without fear of being bullied.

Bullying is defined as:

“Deliberately hurtful actions, such as aggressive behaviours, name-calling or intimidation - with the intention of hurting another person. Bullying can be physical, verbal or psychological.  It can be short term, or continuous over long periods of time.”

Bullying is anti-social behaviour and affects everyone; it is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.  Pupils are always encouraged to report all bullying – whether it involves themselves or another pupil.  

For further information about our Anti-Bullying strategy, please read our Anti-Bullying Policy

Reporting Bullying

Our children are taught to tell an adult if they encounter any form of bullying, whether they are the victim or someone that has witnessed it.  This can be done by talking to an adult in school or a parent/carer, or other trusted adult. 

We always investigate allegations about bullying behaviours either on the day it is reported, or if it arrives at an evening or weekend we will respond the next day that children are back in school.

Support for children that have experienced bullying behaviour from others

We recognise that children that have experienced bullying will be anxious that it may not stop, or even that it may get worse having reported it.  We work very hard to support children through this time (and beyond), to help them manage their anxieties and then to rebuild their confidence.  Usually this will involve a designated adult regularly checking in with them and offering help and support as needed.