Anti-Bullying!

Bullying is an issue that has likely affected us all in some way – research has shown that approximately 30% of children and young people in Scotland have experienced bullying and we know that bullying can have serious short and long term effects on the physical and mental health of children and young people.

Here at Woodmill we take very seriously reports of bullying. PSE classes will been continuing to explore the impact that bullying can have on our lives. In addition to this we will be gathering the views of our young people, staff and parents/carers as to how we, as a school, respond to reports of bullying. These views are very important to how we plan for our future.

If you suspect that your young person is at risk of, or even involved in, bullying behaviour there are a range of supports available on www.RESPECTME.org.uk . Alternatively make contact with your young person's guidance teacher for additional support. #AntiBullyingWeek #ImListening

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU?

Respect is at the heart of how we ALL treat each other. Whether face to face or online, too many children and young people in Scotland experience bullying that impacts their lives, strips them of their rights and denies them their dignity.

It is important that everyone to talk and think about how the power of respectful relationships can help to prevent bullying. How do you treat others?

Bullying is A VIOLATION OF CHILDRENS RIGHTS.

LISTEN UP! RESPECT OUR RIGHTS!

The definition of Bullying is:

"Bullying is both behaviour and impact; the impact is on a person's capacity to feel in control of themselves. This is what we term as their sense of 'agency'.

Bullying takes place in the context of relationships; it is behaviour that can make people feel hurt, threatened, frightened and left out. This behaviour happens face to face and online. (respect me, 2015)"

“You don’t have to like me, agree with me or enjoy the same things I do…but you do have to respect me”

If you are worried, or believe that you are experiencing bullying, please talk to a trusted adult.