We have been working hard with the children over the last year to develop our existing Anti-Bullying charter, policy and procedures to ensure that we are doing all we can to make Brooklands a ‘Bully Free Zone’.

We started by reviewing the data from our pupil survey conducted during last year’s Anti-Bullying week, taking steps such as identifying ‘hot-spots’ around school where children were concerned bullying could happen and regularly monitoring these areas at break and lunchtimes to reduce the likelihood of it occurring.

We also analysed the parent surveys on bullying, which showed that while the majority of those who responded felt that we deal with bullying incidents well when they happen, there are many parents who are not fully aware of how we do deal with such incidents, and a small number who were unsure of who to speak to if they had concerns. It was also clear from both surveys that there were also some differences in the way people defined bullying.

Creating and maintaining a school environment that promotes a healthier classroom culture that supports respect for all children and is a ‘Bully Free Zone’ is important to us at Brooklands and this is reflected in our Anti-Bullying Charter and related policies and procedures.  

As part of our continuous review process we identify ‘hot-spots’ around school where our children have identified there is potential for bullying to happen. With this information we are able to regularly monitor these areas at break and lunchtimes to reduce the likelihood of situations occurring.

We also analyse parent feedback through regular surveys focussed on anti-bullying. Our survey data shows us how we can better inform parents regarding the steps and plans we are taking to deal with incidents when they happen and who they can speak to when they have concerns or questions.

Our Anti-Bullying Ambassadors from across the school have created, published and widely shared across the school an ’ Anti-Bullying leaflet, incorporating the children’s own Charter with a clear and consistent definition of bullying and a flow-chart so that all those at Brooklands know the routes for reporting bullying incidents and the steps that will be followed. Together supporting us to deal promptly and effectively with any reports of incidents.

Parents also share our commitment to promote a positive and respectful culture and as part of our Anti-Bullying Week receive copies of ‘Say No To Bullying: A Handbook For Parents’, giving them further information and advice.

If you wish to discuss any concerns about bullying behaviour, we recommend speaking to your child’s class teacher in the first instance, but feel free to make an appointment with either Mike Waddell or Christine Davy should you still have concerns.

Please click on the link below to view our Anti-bullying Charter.