To mark this year’s Anti-Bullying Week, Lower Academy students participated in a variety of events to:

• Support all stakeholders in identifying RESPECT issues and bullying issues, including the differences between the two
• Promote that we do not tolerate bullying in any form
• Ensure all stakeholders students feel confident to report

The theme of this year’s Anti-Bullying Week was ‘Reach Out’ and students identified who they would reach out to by producing colourful hand designs which will be displayed around the academy.

During the week, we welcomed parents and carers to an event where they had the opportunity to meet with teachers to discuss work but, also how we embed our student values in the curriculum at the Academies. We are immensely proud of our young people achieving UNICEF Rights Respecting Gold Award and love to share the work the students are doing every day to promote these values.

“Reaching out is important because if you are getting bullied then situations aren’t going to get better unless you tell a parent, friend or member of staff. Stay safe and don’t accept bullying.” Georgia.M – Year 7

“To reach out is important because the person you reach out to will help you.” Laura.S – Year 7
 
“The assembly on anti-bullying was really useful and eye-opening. We should all stand up to bullying.” Liam.H – Year 7

“During Enrichment we watched a slide show about anti-bullying and discussed where we would go to get help if you’re being bullied.” Boglarka.B – Year 8