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Wh What at is is bul ullying lying? ? This week in every class our children have been, and will continue to, talk about bullying — what it is, how to recognise it and most importantly how to STOP it. We use the acronym STOP to identify bullying; it is something unkind or hurtful that is done to a victim SEVERAL TIMES ON PURPOSE. We also use STOP to put a halt to bullying; the most effective way to stop bullying is to START TELLING OTHER PEOPLE. S S – Se Sever eral al T T – Times es O O – On On P P - Purpose pose

Dif ifferent ferent for orms ms / ty / types pes of of bul ullying lying • Physical; hitting, kicking, spitting, slapping, taking belongings • Verbal; name calling, insults, threatening language, insulting family, place of residence, lifestyle, religion or friends etc. • Indirect; excluding or ‘blanking’, spreading gossip, graffiti defacing or damaging property, offensive or abusive text messages, e-mails or posts on websites known as cyber-bullying

Cy Cybe ber Bul ullyi lying ng • Any form of bullying that takes place online or through your mobile phone from another child or young person: • Text messaging (also referred to as SMS or EMS) • Video messaging (MMS) (Snapchat) • Gaming • ‘sexting’ Lorin LaFave – 28 th November 7pm @Holt Road – see flyer •

Causes uses of of Bul ully lying ing behavi haviour? our? Children who are victims of domestic violence can become ‘bullies’ or be vulnerable to being bullied Children can bully and be victim at the same time May have witnessed traumatic event Influenced by media, family, wider community Not always obvious e.g. cyber bullying Maybe scared - Peer pressure Prejudiced motivated bullying

Wh What t Symp mpto toms ms of of Bul ully lying ing can an we spot ot? ? • Frightened of walking to and from school. • Begins truanting. • Becomes withdrawn, anxious, or lacking in confidence. • Feels ill in the morning. • Loss of appetite/comfort eating; unable to sleep • Begins to underperform in schoolwork. • Possessions go ‘missing’. • Asks for or steals money to pay the bully. • Is frightened to say what is wrong. • Self harming

What if…. • Your child is involved in bullying? • Your child is part of a bullying or bystander group? • Your child is at risk of or a victim of bullying? • Talk to your child to find out the details of the situation. • Report the situation to your child’s class teacher. • If the situation continues go back to the teacher or ask to speak to the Head of School

Top p Tips for Par aren ents ts • Encourage assertive attitudes • Support your child in developing their resilience • ‘Shielding’ • Inform a trusted adult • Record incidents • Challenge when safe to do so • Walk away / ignore • Encourage hobbies & activities • Peer support / friendship circles • Regular chats with your children

What at ca can sch chool ools do? • Collective Worship • School Rules and Values • Resources that promote equality and diversity • Up-to-date policies and procedures • Parent Forum • PATHS • School Council • Worry Box

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